OLLI Activities and Events

Become a Naturalist at SSU's Osborn Preserve!

Learn how to share nature’s secrets with others while exploring the stunning ecosystems of Sonoma Mountain with university faculty and other experts. This outdoor Naturalist Educator Series will give you new insights into environmental education concepts and the skills to share your knowledge with elementary school children. Topics include plants, animals, human history and more! This series also provides opportunities to share your knowledge with other naturalists.

Join an “Environmentally Ready” community working to eradicate Nature Deficit Disorder in the North Bay! 

To Become an Osborn Naturalist: 

1. Join us for “Trail Activities & Planning Visits” on Sat, Aug 18 (11 A.M. to 4 P.M.) 
2. Attend three or more Naturalist Educator Series events (various dates and times, Sat, Aug 17 – Sun, Aug 25) 
3. Commit to help lead 4 or more tours for elementary students (grades 3-5) on Fridays, Sept 6 to Oct 11 (9:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M.) 

All events and tours are at SSU’s Fairfield Osborn Preserve. Cost: $40 for materials. 

Registration and information: https://cei.sonoma.edu/NES-fall-2024 

Questions: Julie Wittmann, julie.wittmann@sonoma.edu