California Naturalist Course with Solano Community College
About the Event
BIO 030 The Natural History of California, 3 units
Explore the rich natural history and our amazing wildlife heritage with Solano Community College’s BIO 030: The Natural History of California. Explore California's diverse ecosystems through classroom learning and hands-on field experiences. Topics include the natural history, ecology, stewardship, and conservation of California's unique regions. Highlights of this course include gaining a comprehensive understanding of California's plant and animal communities, participating in required field trips to experience diverse ecosystems firsthand, and becoming eligible for California Naturalist certification from UCANR upon successful completion of the course. This certification provides access to ongoing training, workshops, and networking opportunities.
Dates: January 12 - May 21, 2026 (This class will meet Every Other Friday)
Fees: $238 ($46.00/unit, $100 certification fee)
Delivery Mode: Hybrid
Contact: Michelle Smith, michelle.smith@solano.edu & Matthew Schweitzer, David.Schweitzer@solano.edu
Registration:
Organization Description: Solano Community College has been a cornerstone of higher education in Solano County since 1945. Originally established as Vallejo Junior College and operated under the Vallejo Unified School District, the institution became a countywide college in 1967. The main 192-acre campus, centrally located just off Interstate 80, opened in 1971 with 5,000 students. Since then, Solano has expanded its facilities, programs, faculty, and services to meet the evolving needs of the community.