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 […]

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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.

Meet Barbara Reisman at 10 am at AMIC to walk the marsh, rain or shine! Bring the family!

  Meet Lynn Jones to walk to a Marsh location to sit quietly observing, writing, drawing, thinking, or all of the above. Bring something comfortable to sit on, dress appropriately, […]