Nature Talks
A natural
history talk and exhibits tour is held at CEDO every Tuesday and Saturday. This
is a well-known CEDO tradition, which began in the 1980’s. Our talks are a
perfect opportunity to get answers to your questions about the local
environment. Bring your family to learn about the
Gulf of
California’s extreme tides, the endangered vaquita porpoise and
CEDO’s current projects.
Saturdays: 4 pm in English | 2 pm in
Spanish
Tuesdays: 2 pm in English | 4 pm in
Spanish
Set your own date for groups of 5 or more. Fees apply.
Slide Presentations
CEDO’s wealth
of regional information and images are showcased in our slideshow
presentations. Our presentations are
available to any group of 5 or more people: visiting schools, organizations and
the general public. All presentations
begin with an intro to CEDO and the region, and can be focused on one or more
of the following themes.
Introduction
to Upper Gulf
Natural History: CEDO
is located where the harshest part of the Sonoran Desert,
the Gran Desierto de Altar, meets one of the richest seas in the world. This
slideshow presentation provides an overview not only of the biologic richness
of this amazing ecosystem but also of the human history and impact in the
region.
Estuary
Life: The shores of
the upper Gulf of California are punctuated by
"negative" estuaries, which lack fresh water input. Nevertheless,
these wetlands play a vital role in the health and productivity of the entire
upper Gulf. Learn about these biologically diverse habitats and how oyster
growers use them for low impact, sustainable activities.
Intertidal
Life: At Puerto
Peñasco the tidal range, at 24 ft vertical height (8 meters) is among the
greatest in the world. When the tide recedes, up to five kilometers in some
locations, it uncovers tidepools teeming with life. This slide presentation is
a perfect prelude to an intertidal exploration.
Pinacate
Volcanic Region: An
introduction to the geology, history, and plant and animal life of this region
of wind-swept dunes, lava flows and giant craters. Humans have occupied these
rugged lands for ten thousand years. Today it is one of Mexico’s prized national parks,
categorized as a Biosphere Reserve.
Marine
Mammals: The Gulf of California is home to dozens of species of cetaceans and
other marine mammals. CEDO has been studying these animals and working for
their protection for over 25 years. This presentation not only reviews this
history of research and conservation but also can help prepare students and
volunteers for participation in ongoing marine mammal research projects at CEDO.
Biosphere
Reserves and Conservation in the Northern Gulf of
California:
With a focus on CEDO’s current conservation priorities, this presentation
introduces strategies for successful natural resource protection. We’ll share
what has worked and what hasn’t throughout our 25-year history in the region.
* To make reservations click here.
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