Whole Foods Market just opened a new store in Newport Beach! To celebrate they are holding a Community Giving Day on October 17th. Whole Foods Markets hold Community Giving Days to help support and better communities they are involved in throughout the nation. They will be donating 5% of that day’s net sales to the…
Volunteer Spotlight: Dennis Campbell
Last night at the ENC’s annual Taste of Twilight member and volunteer appreciation dinner, the ENC staff presented Museum Docent Dennis Campbell with this year’s “Volunteer of the Year” Award. We have had the pleasure of working with Dennis since 2009… 1161 hours that we’ve recorded. Dennis volunteers his time at the front desk –…
Recycling for Education!
Jamison “Jamie” Searles began visiting the Environmental Nature Center (ENC) as a camper when she was in elementary school. Those fond memories and experiences made a huge impact on her. Now, as a high schooler, Jamie has been an ENC Junior Naturalist for more than three years. She donates her time to help further the…
The Value of a Field Trip
Big yellow school buses are a common sight at The Environmental Nature Center from late September through mid June. They bring groups of children for science and social science field trips. Just the phrase “field trip” makes most students excited about a day outside of school. However, a day out of the classroom does not…
Volunteer Spotlight: Marc Vukcevich
This Summer the ENC staff have had the pleasure of working with intern Marc Vukcevich. Marc, who’s been coming here since he was two, loves to direct his time and energy into making the ENC a more enjoyable place for everyone. He started volunteering for the ENC in June, and he will be entering Mater…
Birds of Prey visit the Environmental Nature Center!
The Summer Nature Campers at the Environmental Nature Center enjoyed a presentation on Birds of Prey today! Campers flocked to see the birds Naturalist Sama Wareh had to show them. They were introduced to the Burrowing Owl, and learned how they hunt with their talons, how they hear their prey’s heartbeat, and live in holes…
Summer Campers get Snakey
In the Environmental Nature Center’s After Camp today, Campers were introduced to the world of snakes and their relationship with the environment. They started off with a brief hike to explore. Shortly after hiking, the campers found themselves drawing and coloring snakes made of paper plates. After carefully cutting them out, the campers took pictures…
Environmental Nature Center Launches New Website!
The Environmental Nature Center’s newly redesigned web site is now live. Encenter.org has a new streamlined look, is easier to navigate, and features expanded content including a calendar and blog. The redesign incorporates bold colors and graphics and completely new navigational tools. Access the ENC’s new website at www.encenter.org. “Our online visitors will now experience…
ENC Nature Camper makes Birthday Wish for Tigers
ENC Nature Camper Dylan is turning nine in July, but he is forgoing birthday presents to help tigers. Dylan, a student at Eastblufff Elementary, is trying to raise $1,000 to donate toward the new Tiger Trail exhibit at San Diego Zoo Safari Park by his July 13 birthday. From Dylan’s mom’s blog, “Life with Dylan”:…
ENC Nature Camper article featured in Spring issue of Wolf Haven!
My name is Jared Schafer, I am 10 years old and I live in Southern California. I learned about Wolf Haven when a speaker came to the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach to tell us about wolves and Wolf Haven. She talked about wolves and the need for Wolf Haven to protect those wolves…
Green Tie Affair raises $25,000 for ENC
The Environmental Nature Center hosted our annual “Green Tie Affair” on June 2. The event, in celebration of the ENC’s 40th Anniversary, featured Allan Schoenherr, acclaimed nature photographer and author of several books, including “A Natural History of California.” Live and silent art auctions showcased the talents of well-known local artists. The event raised $25,000…
ENC Spring Faire 2012 Featured Artists – Jill Rosoff
Jill Rosoff paints her silk scarves using permanent dye, taking advantage of her love of color and shapes as she develops the designs just for these pieces of wearable art. All of her scarves are hand-painted, and signed and numbered. Ms. Rosoff primarily works in watercolors, exploring their intrinsic painterly qualities, using them in ways…