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EDUCATION
Mt. Shasta. At 602-ft. high, it is the eighth tallest dam in the United States. Free, guid- ed tours year-round, each taking 2-3 hrs. usbr.gov/mp/ncao/dam-tours.html. 16349 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530) 247-8555
Star Parties; Whiskeytown National Recre- ation Area, Shasta County. Join members of the Shasta Astronomy Club seasonally to view the amazing sights in the sky. Telescopes provided. Free event; weekly parking $20. Bi-monthly viewings held at Oak Bottom marina parking lot, 8-11pm, weather permitting. facebook.com/Shasta- AstronomyClub. (530) 246-1225.
Turtle Bay Exploration Park; Redding. Schedule a group adventure to learn about a variety of topics including science, art, history, forestry, native animal species, hor- ticulture and more. turtlebay.org/educa- tion. 844 Sundial Bridge Dr. (530) 242-3108. Wintu Museum & Cultural Resource Cen- ter; Shasta Lake City. The Wintu Museum & Cultural Resource Center is a one-of-a-kind community project designed to provide a comprehensive immersion into the Wintu history and culture. Features include histor- ical timeline, artwork from Native Ameri- cans, traditional dug-out canoe, honor wall for Native American veterans and unique activities for children. wintutribe.org/win- tu-cultural-resource-center-and-museum. 4755 Shasta Dam Blvd. (530) 215-1840. Whiskeytown Environmental School Clear Creek Field Labs. A field trip series for grades K–6, with mini units based
on California State Science Standards. Includes three pre-classroom lessons, a
2-3 hour field lab led by a naturalist and a post classroom lesson. Program provided by the Shasta County Office of Education. shastacoe.org. Located in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. (530) 225-0200
SISKIYOU COUNTY
Lava Beds National Monument; Tulelake. Site of the largest concentration of lava tube caves in North America. Open year- round for self-guided exploration. Rang- er-led explorations and evening campfire programs that explore the monument’s Native American history available Memo- rial Day-Labor Day. Rangers help match children’s interests and capabilities to the numerous developed caves. nps.gov/labe . 1 Indian Well HQ. (530) 667-8113.
Liberty Arts Explorations Program; Yreka. 90-min educational arts program for grades K-12 Mon-Tu. Includes gallery tour, discus- sion and hands-on art project related to the current exhibition theme. libertyartsyreka. org. 108 W. Miner St. (530) 842-0222. Maagic Mountain Farm; Mt. Shasta. Come experience how some grandpar- ents lived on a working homestead with milk goats, ducks, chickens, honeybees,
a garden & more. Year-round, hands-on, interactive animal field trips, homestead classes, group or individual tours & guest farm stays. In connection with the land, all the creatures work together to provide for everyone’s needs through sustainable interdependent living. maagicmtnfarm. com. maagicmtnherd@gmail.com. (530) 925-6752.
Mountain Crest Gardens; Fort Jones. Family owned and operated succulent nursery in the scenic Scott Valley of North- ern California near Mt. Shasta. mountain- crestgardens.com. 402 Bridge Street.
877-656-4035.
Mt. Shasta Fish Hatchery. The West’s old- est operating hatchery raises trout to stock mountain streams, rivers and lakes. Feed the fish and learn how they are raised. Tours by appt. Free. Open daily. wildlife. ca.gov/Fishing/Hatcheries/Mount-Shasta. 3 N. Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-2215.
Mt. Shasta Star Gazers Club. Promotes interest in astronomy and its related sciences. Free public star parties and other events. Meetings are first Wed of each month. All are welcome. mtshastastargaz- ers.com. albatross333@hotmail.com.
River Dancers River & Kayak Adven- tures; Mt. Shasta. Family and school rafting trips, day outings & overnight multi-day camps. Trained guides help guests dis- cover new ways to enjoy the environment while learning skills on the river. Includes swimming, water-play, learning about wildlife and good food. riverdancers.com. 308 S Mount Shasta Blvd. (530) 227-5202
230 N. Mt. Shasta Blvd. (530) 926-3117.
Shasta Gravity Youth Mountain Bike Adventure; Mt. Shasta. Kids will get a brief bike check and then take a group moun- tain bike lesson based on their abilities. Next they will be shuttled as a group up
to the trails and have a fun downhill ride back to the park! Experienced profession- al guides will lead the ride on our kids focused trails and will end with some fun bike games. Shasta Gravity has kids’ bikes available for rent if needed! Shastice Park, Mt Shasta,
Siskiyou Arts Museum; Dunsmuir.A nonprofit, volunteer run gift shop and gallery featuring artwork from local and regional artists and providing space for classes, workshops and events. Docent tours to schools and groups by appt. siski- youartsmuseum.org. 5824 Dunsmuir Ave. (530) 235-4711.
Sisson Museum; Mt. Shasta. School and private groups can tour the museum to view exhibits and enjoy hands-on displays. See a vintage fire truck, model railroad and locomotive engine control panel and play with old-fashioned toys. mtshastamuseum. com. Located at the Mt. Shasta Fish Hatch- ery site, 1 N. Old Stage Rd. (530) 926-5508. Weed Historic Lumber Town Museum. Logging and town memorabilia, including the town’s original jail cell. Off-season tours available by appt. Open daily Memorial Day- Sept., 10am-5pm. discoversiskiyou.com/ activities/weed-historic-lumber-town-mu- seum 303 Gilman Ave. (530) 938-0550.
SONOMA COUNTY
Fort Ross Conservancy; Jenner. The Envi- ronmental Living Program (ELP) at Fort Ross Conservancy provides hands-on learning so students can experience the joys of history as active participants. Students learn about the many cultures and lifestyles by per- forming some of the tasks that were a part of daily life at Fort Ross. Day & overnight programs available. fortross.org. 19005 Coast Hwy 1. (707) 847-3437.
The National Heirloom Exposition Field Trip; Santa Rosa. Teachers/schools can apply for a transportation grant to help kids participate in the world’s largest her- itage food event, held annually in Sept. at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. Event is geared for children and features educa- tional activities, exhibits, a Kids Pavilion,
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