The May and June Art Show will display the winners of the 2025 Student Bird Art competition, from the largest number of submissions to the annual Godwit Days event.

Dr. Gempeler promises a musical exploration of biology, from your microbiome to carnivorous plants to epigenetics.

Description In a relaxed atmosphere, practice using keys in your Jepson Manual on fresh plants chosen by the organizers or on plants you bring. These sessions will use technical vocabulary, and when […]

Featured artists

Pete Haggard and Jane Monroe will present their new book, and discuss the benefits of native plant gardening.  

Here are the tours being offered at the Arcata Marsh: Saturday, 9/6, starting at 2 p.m, “Ecological theory: biodiversity tends to lead to the health of the land and waters” […]

Intended for FOAM docents, but public is welcome. Visit locations that FOAM docents use during tours. Your questions will drive the conversation on plant taxonomy, ecology, and diversity during this […]

FOAM members and active volunteers are invited to enjoy barbecued albacore, salads, drinks and desserts.

Intended for FOAM docents, but public is welcome. 90-minute session about sedges, rushes, and more that is intended to expand the ID skills of those who already can recognize many […]

There will be a free public reception on Sat, Nov 1 from 2-4 pm at AMIC, where you can meet the artist.