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| Bringing the Condors Home |
March 19, 2008 - July 06, 2008
Member price: Free
Non-member price: Museum admission
California Condors (Gymnogyps californianus) are the largest North American land birds and among the largest flying birds in the world. They are also one of the most endangered bird species on the planet. "Bringing the Condors Home" details Ventana Wildlife Society's role in one of the most challenging conservation efforts of all time - the struggle to restore wild and captive populations of the California condor
At the turn of the century, the California condor population began to plummet after decades of wanton shooting and poisoning. In 1967 these birds were added to the Federal Endangered Species list. In a very controversial act, the last wild condor was taken into captivity in 1987 to join 26 others in zoo and other captive breeding facilities.
The long struggle to successfully breed, raise and return these birds to the wild has been working, thanks to the many participants of the Condor Recovery Program. As of December 2007, the total population of California condors was 300 birds, of which 155 are living in the wild in California, Arizona and Baja.
The exhibit includes photographs documenting the birds’ lives and struggles, a life-sized (ten-foot!) wingspan silhouette, a 360-degree walk-in panorama of Big Sur’s condor country, videos, a sound dome and an interactive video game.
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| Tonic of Wildness–Paintings & Etchings by Scott Peery |
April 16, 2008 - June 15, 2008
Member price: Free
Non-member price: Museum admission
Scott Peery is a Bay Area native who draws inspiration for his work from the regional parks and open spaces where he hikes regularly. Peery’s interest in wildlife was strongly influenced by his grandmother who had a keen interest in nature and was able to identify plants and birds where ever they went. He still thinks of his grandmother as he connects the inter-relationships of the plants and animals in his art.
Acrylic paint have been his media of choice until recently he began etchings. His show includes local songbirds, owls and mammals.
Scott holds a B.A. in Fine Art from San Francisco State University. He has had wildlife and other works displayed as part of group shows but
this is his first solo show. When not painting Scott enjoys playing the violin and likes to play both classical and fiddle styles of music.
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| A Conversation with Paula LeDuc |
May 12, 2008
Member price: $25.00
Non-member price: $25.00
Paula LeDuc started her catering company in 1980. The San Francisco Chronicle reported that “LeDuc is at the top of the Bay Area food pyramid, with many San Francisco Ballet gala opening-night dinners to her credit, along with numerous weddings, anniversaries and parties for hosts ranging from author Danielle Steel and San Francisco Protocol Chief Charlotte Shultz, to celebrities Christy Turlington and Geena Davis, and companies such as Williams-Sonoma, Tiffany and Hermes. She has also catered events honoring a couple of politicos named Bill and Hillary Clinton.” Join the Alliance for a talk from LeDuc about her love of food and the catering business. Coffee and refreshments will be served from 9:30–10:30. Paula's talk begins at 10:30. Call 925-935-1978 for information and reservations.
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| Fiesta! |
June 01, 2008
Member price: $30.00
Non-member price: $30.00
Fiesta in the Park is a fun family day at Lindsay Wildlife Museum featuring live animals, music, Mexican food, children's activities and a silent and live auction. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are $30 for ages 11 and over, $5 for ages 3-10 and free for children under 3.
Call 925-627-2961 for more information.
Purchase tickets on-line now!
All proceeds benefit Lindsay Wildlife Museum. |
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| Condors over the Big Sur Coast |
June 07, 2008
Member price: $0.00
Non-member price: $7.00
Come join us for an evening presentation about the return of the endangered California
condor to the majestic Big Sur coastline.
Kelly Sorenson, executive director of Ventana Wildlife Society, has dedicated over 15 years toward wildlife reintroduction, rehabilitation and monitoring efforts specializing in avian projects, including species such as bald eagles and California condors. He was part of the original Ventana team to establish its California Condor Reintroduction Program. This presentation details the results of the California Condor Recovery Program to date as well as provides an overall account of the current species’ status and range. Please join us for this unique opportunity to learn more about these magnificent and mysterious birds.Pre-registration is required; please call 925-935-1978
A free members-only reception preceeds the lecture from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. RSVP for the reception as well as the lecture to 925-935-1978. |
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| 14th Annual Golf for the Wild! |
June 16, 2008
Member price: $300.00
Non-member price: $300.00
Join us for a great day of golf, food and fun.
The museum's 14th annual tournament will be held at the Contra Costa Country Club in Pleasant Hill on Monday, June 16, 2008. As always, we plan to have a great day with on course activities, barbeque lunch, fabulous dinner as well as live and silent auctions.
This year’s auction will include a 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Pismo Beach; a luxury condominium in Poipu Beach, Hawaii; a villa in Costa Rica; fabulous wines; great dining experiences and much, much more!
Click here to register or call 925-627-2926. |
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| Natural Visions: Art from the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators |
June 25, 2008 - September 01, 2008
Member price: Free
Non-member price: Museum admission
Natural Science Illustrators are artists in the service of science. They use scientifically informed observational, technical and aesthetic skills to portray a subject accurately, while at the same time, using their chosen medium to create a pleasing work of art and bring the species to life. Whether they use traditional media like pencil, pen and ink, or paints or newer digital tools, accuracy is essential. Communication of shapes, anatomy, details and concepts that cannot be conveyed with words, forms the essence of this type of art.
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