The Santa Ynez Valley Natural History Society and Solvang Library will host naturalist Tim Matthews in a presentation titled Skulls and Skins of Local Animals.
Matthews, a fisherman, birder, and avid hunter who has led many guided field trips for the Santa Ynez Valley Natural History Society, will present information on local wildlife using examples of animal skulls and hides. He will give tips on how to identify animals by their skulls whether in the field or in guidebooks. Matthews’ presentation will include mammals, reptiles, and bird specimens as well.
The workshop is scheduled for Sept. 8 from 10:30 a.m to noon. The program is intended for ages 6 and older. Matthews will also answer questions during the workshop, which will take place at the Solvang Library, located at 1745 Mission Drive, Solvang. For more information, call (805) 693-5683.
This article appears in Aug 30 – Sep 6, 2018.