Emerald Cove Outdoor Science Institute

08/23/2024

Join us this fall for the 2024 AEOE Fall Regional Meetups! These gatherings are the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow environmental and outdoor educators, exchange ideas, and inspire one another. Stay tuned as we finalize exact locations across the state—whether you're in the north, south, or central regions, there's a meetup for you! Learn more: https://aeoe.org/Fall-2024-Regional-Meet-ups

06/03/2022

Meet our staff! These lovely, intelligent, kind humans will be both your child's and/or students educators and caretakers during their time here at ECOS.

06/01/2022

Welcome to ECOS's site! This is our little niche of the San Bernardino National Forest where you're sending your students and/or children for either 3, 4, or 5 day programs. Here, they'll be learning anything from the stars in the night sky of the northern hemisphere, to why decomposers are among the most important creatures living both with in and all around us and so, so much more!

Here you'll find photos of cabins and the surround premises where your students and/or children will be spending much of their time:

11/06/2021

We were thrilled to join students and teachers in an exploration of the San Bernardino National Forest, as ECOS Institute staff traveled to Charles Hoffman Elementary School in Running Springs, CA for Outdoor Classroom Day.

Special thanks to the CHE PTA!

Children from Kindergarten to 5th Grade investigated the forest soil, uncovering minerals and discovering decomposers, gaining a deeper understanding of the treasures that lie beneath their feet!

09/27/2021

Yosemite California Naturalist Course, October 24-31, 2021

We're inviting YOU to a Yosemite California Naturalist course Oct 24-31, 2021. This is a full 7 day week of learning geology, forests, water, and animals of the Sierra! You will learn from many experts like Greg Stock, YNP Geologist who literally “wrote the book” on Yosemite geology! Many voices from various backgrounds will fill out the instruction team including: the Mono Tribe, active field researchers, professors, and experienced presenters. Participants will come away with a new understanding of the bioregions of California, especially the Sierra Nevada Range.

Share the registration info with friends who are ready to experience Yosemite in the Fall. Join us to add new friends to your nature tribe, increase your knowledge, earn your California Naturalist Certificate, and 4 university credits. Cost $1,600 including food/lodging.

Register here: http://lnkiy.in/YosemiteCalNat.

09/20/2021

It's a full moon tonight. Snap a photo and drop a pic in the comments.

09/18/2021

Feral Urban Parrots. There a thing and they exist here in SoCal.

A documentary exploring intriguing questions about human-created urban ecosystems, biodiversity and opportunities for creating sanctuaries for endangered spe...

09/11/2021

I believe a leaf of grass is no less than the journey-work of the stars. —Walt Whitman

09/04/2021

It's Latino History Month. Learn about some of the most influential Latino scientists.

From groundbreaking biologists and physicists to innovators in the fields of medicine, botany, and more, here are 10 great minds you probably didn't learn about in school.

08/28/2021

When you think of the San Bernardino Mountains you probably think "Big Bear." Have you ever checked out Barton Flats or Forest Falls? Be sure to check current conditions before visiting.

Looking for a great trail near Forest Falls, California? AllTrails has 19 great hiking trails, trail running trails, views trails and more, with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers, and nature lovers like you. If you're looking f...

08/22/2021

There's a blue moon tonight. Find out what it is and then observe it.

The 2nd of 2 full moons in a calendar month? Or 3rd of 4 full moons in a single season?

08/14/2021

Did you know that coyotes can thrive in an urban environment. Watch this video about the coyotes of Griffith Park.

Often assumed to reside in mountains and state parks, coyotes, mountain lions, and other L.A.-dwelling species have adapted to survive in habitats that may b...