UCSB Adventure Programs

02/24/2021

Nature Awareness Series

Hiking Barefoot and Other Ways to Connect with Nature!

Free for everyone! | Hosted by Kirsten Cook

Tuesdays | 8 –8:30 pm | Feb 23


Hiking Barefoot and Other Ways to Connect with Nature: The purpose of this workshop is to learn new ways to become aware of and connect with nature. We will talk about using all of our senses, the benefits of quietness and solitude in a natural setting, and the health benefits of connecting with nature.

Join us for free, weekly on Zoom, for these informative 30 minute nature presentations!

Remember – Today! Join us live, Feb 23rd @8 pm!

For more details and how to register for the free zoom link, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=906751

Learn natural history and eco-friendly ethics!
UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer a place-based Zoom-workshop series by our own staff naturalist, Kirsten Cook, designed to promote nature awareness, develop healthy outdoor ethics and increase knowledge about local ecosystems within our community.

Hiking Barefoot and Other Ways to Connect with Nature! Free | Tuesday | 8 –8:30 pm | Feb 23 | With Kirsten Cook

02/13/2021

Spark your curiosity with the VIMFF online shows from February 19-28! Each show will present a number of powerful films, panels, or workshops about Womxn in Adventure, Climbing, Indigenous Identity in the Outdoors, and more. Right now, tickets are only 15 CAD ($12) per show for 30 days of access. Or, grab an all-access pass for the full experience at tickets.vimff.org/UCSB. Link in our bio!

02/08/2021

UCSB Department of Recreation’s Adventure Programs is proud to collaborate with the 24th Annual Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival presented by Arc'teryx. Join them virtually from February 19-28 to enjoy 50+ films (including 3 feature films), 3 interactive workshops, 3 engaging panel discussions. Discover new documentaries about climbing, snowsports, the environment, mountain culture, adventure, and more! The program is live at vimff.org, with tickets available to purchase at tickets.vimff.org/UCSB. Link in our bio!

02/02/2021

Nature Awareness Series

Free for everyone! | How to Sleep Warm in a Tent!

Tuesdays | 8 –8:30 pm | Feb 2
Hosted by Kirsten Cook

How to Sleep Warm in a Tent-- The purpose of this workshop is to give some tips and tricks to keep people from getting cold while backpacking or camping. We'll talk about what to wear, what kinds of gear to bring, how to eat, bathing habits, and more!

Join us for free, weekly on Zoom, for these informative 30 minute nature presentations!

Remember – Tuesdays! Join us live, Feb 2nd @8 pm!

For more details and how to register for the free zoom link, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=906724

Learn natural history and eco-friendly ethics!
UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer a place-based Zoom-workshop series by our own staff naturalist, Kirsten Cook, designed to promote nature awareness, develop healthy outdoor ethics and increase knowledge about local ecosystems within our community.

How to Sleep Warm in a Tent! Free | Tuesday | 8 –8:30 pm | Feb 2 | With Kirsten Cook

01/19/2021

Nature Awareness Series!

Free for everyone! | The Benefits of Native and Drought Resistant Gardening!

Tuesdays | 8 –8:30 pm | Jan 19
Hosted by Kirsten Cook

The Benefits of Native and Drought Resistant Gardening-- Learn more about the hows and whys of native and drought resistant gardening! We will discuss the benefits to native animals, the natural ecosystem, and the gardener, as well as the consequences of other kinds of gardening and give you some tips and relevant plants.

Join us for free, weekly on Zoom, for these informative 30 minute nature presentations!

Remember – Tuesdays! Join us today, Jan 19th @8 pm!

For more details and how to register for the free zoom link, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=906451

Learn natural history and eco-friendly ethics!
UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer a place-based Zoom-workshop series by our own staff naturalist, Kirsten Cook, designed to promote nature awareness, develop healthy outdoor ethics and increase knowledge about local ecosystems within our community.

The Benefits of Native and Drought Resistant Gardening! Free | Tuesday | 8 –8:30 pm | Jan 19 | With Kirsten Cook

01/12/2021

Outdoor Learning Experience Series presents

Joshua Tree National Park – History of Rock Climbing!

Free! | Wednesday @ 12 noon | Jan 13 | 45-60 minutes
Live Presentation with Joshua Tree National Park Climbing Expert Bill Bjornstad!

Join Adventure Programs for a presentation and discussion featuring Joshua Tree National Park from the comfort of your own couch. The official Joshua Tree Climbing expert will share some fun facts about the history of rock climbing in the Park, share some beta on routes and tips, and have an interactive discussion on current climbing topics. Interactive zoom presentation and Q/A format.

Join us for free, live on Zoom, for these fun interactive tours!

Remember - Wednesday, January 13th @ 12 noon!

For more details and how to register, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=906470

UC Santa Barbara Department of Recreation's Adventure Programs is stoked to offer Outdoor Learning Experience virtual workshops presented by one of our staff in an online format for the UCSB community.

History of Rock Climbing! Free for Everyone | Wednesday@ Noon | Jan 13th

01/12/2021

Nature Awareness Series!

Free for everyone! | Seaside Foraging!

Tuesdays | 8 –8:30 pm | Jan 12
Hosted by Kirsten Cook

Seaside Foraging-- The purpose of this workshop is to open up a whole new perspective on foraging for food. It will provide advice on sustainable ocean foraging, information on what seaweeds on the beach are edible and how to identify them, how to follow local rules and regulations for collection, and more!

Join us for free, weekly on Zoom, for these informative 30 minute nature presentations!

Remember – Tuesdays! Join us today, Jan 12th @8 pm!

For more details and how to register for the free zoom link, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=906446

Learn natural history and eco-friendly ethics!

UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer a place-based Zoom-workshop series by our own staff naturalist, Kirsten Cook, designed to promote nature awareness, develop healthy outdoor ethics and increase knowledge about local ecosystems within our community.

Seaside Foraging! Free | Tuesday | 8 –8:30 pm | Jan 12 | With Kirsten Cook

01/12/2021

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) in the Outdoors!

Creating social justice awareness for inclusion and diversity in our outdoor spaces!

Join us today @ 5pm!!!!

Free! | Tuesday | 5:00 pm | Jan 12 | Workshop 1 - Justice

JEDI Workshop 1 - Justice: This workshop will focus on the “J” in JEDI, Justice. Just like in any other industry, barriers such as racism, s*xism, ableism, etc. affect people in the outdoor recreation. Here we’ll focus on understanding and dismantling these barriers to resources and opportunities so that people are treated fairly. To discuss this topic, we hope to invite individuals to discuss their experiences in the outdoors in a safe and inviting space.

Join us bi-weekly on Zoom for these important 30 minute interactive talks!

For more details and how to register, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=906425

UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer an ongoing series of Zoom discussions by our student staff guides and leaders to raise awareness for and curate conversation on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) in relation to outdoor recreation.

Creating social justice awareness for inclusion and diversity in our outdoor spaces! Tuesday | 5:00 pm | Jan 12th | Workshop 1 - Justice

11/04/2020

Nature Awareness and Eco-Adventure Education Series!

Free for everyone! | A lesson in homeopathy: Why you should make your own teas!

Friday | 12 –12:45 pm | Nov 6
Hosted by Kirsten Cook

A lesson in homeopathy: Why you should make your own teas-- This purpose of this workshop is to make people more aware of the herbs around them, and how they can be used for personal health, refreshment, falling asleep, reducing stress, etc. It will also provide more information on prepackaged teas, and why they may not be the best for some people.

Join us for free, weekly on Zoom, for these informative 45 minute nature presentations!

Remember - Friday, Nov 6th @12 noon!

For more details and how to register for the free zoom link, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=872791

Learn natural history and eco-friendly ethics!

UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer a place-based Zoom-workshop series by our own staff naturalist, Kirsten Cook, designed to promote nature awareness, develop healthy outdoor ethics and increase knowledge about local ecosystems within our community.

10/27/2020

Nature Awareness and Eco-Adventure Education Series!

Free for everyone! | P*e, Poo and Periods in the Outdoors!

Friday | 12 –12:45 pm | Oct 30
Hosted by Kirsten Cook

P*e, Poo and Periods in the outdoors-- The purpose of this workshop is to learn more about how to stay healthy and care for oneself in the outdoors, as well as how to help others out. This workshop is for anyone of any s*x or gender, because even if you don't have a va**na, you might know someone who does!

Join us for free, weekly on Zoom, for these informative 45 minute nature presentations!

Remember - Friday, October 30th @12 noon!

For more details and how to register for the free zoom link, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=849150

Learn natural history and eco-friendly ethics!
UCSB Adventure Programs is very proud to offer a place-based Zoom-workshop series by our own staff naturalist, Kirsten Cook, designed to promote nature awareness, develop healthy outdoor ethics and increase knowledge about local ecosystems within our community.

10/27/2020

Outdoor Learning Experience Series
Virtual Channel Islands National Park Tour - Island Foxes!
Live Tour with the National Park Specialist Monique Navarro - 30-40 minutes

Free! | Thursday @ 11:00 am | Oct 29th |

Join Adventure Programs for a 30 minute Ranger Specialist Talk from the comfort of your own couch. Learn about the endemic Island Foxes which made the Channel Islands their home. Drop in to join whenever you want, and stay for as long as you’d like. No boat tickets needed! Save the date and register on Shoreline for updates and reminders! Interactive zoom presentation and Q/A format.

Join us for free, live on Zoom, for these fun 30-40 minute interactive tours!

Remember - Thursday, October 29th @11 am!

For more details and how to register, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:
https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=848983
UC Santa Barbara Department of Recreation's Adventure Programs is stoked to offer Outdoor Learning Experience virtual workshops presented by one of our staff in an online format for the UCSB community.

10/27/2020

Weather and Forecasting for the Outdoor Adventurer!

Learn about local Santa Barbara marine weather, interpret forecasts, and apply these skills for outdoor adventures!

Fee: Free for Everyone!

Wednesday | 5:30 pm | Oct 28th

Live Zoom Workshop – 45-60 minutes

UCSB Adventure Programs is happy to offer an interactive, live zoom workshop series by our own staff guide and kayak instructor Dustin Harris designed to provide an overview of local Santa Barbara marine weather patterns, give a basis in how to read and interpret forecasts, then apply these skills to risk management and decision-making as an outdoor guide or program leader.
Join us monthly on Zoom for these informative 45-60 minute interactive presentations!

Remember! This Wednesday, October 28th @5:30pm PST!

For more details and how to register, look for our event on UCSB Shoreline:

https://shoreline.ucsb.edu/Recreation/rsvp_boot?id=849127