Trilobite: Friend or Foe?

Nov. 24th, 2013, 2 P.M.

Join Senior Curator Kathleen Springer at the Victor Valley Museum to decisively find out whether the trilobite has been beneficial or detrimental to its relative ecosystem.

Through the Desert on a Horse with No Name

Dec. 15th, 2013, 2 P.M.

Join our Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott as he discusses the various merits of the smash single "A Horse With No Name" by the folk group America.

Hunting For Mammoths/Clues of Climates Past In Joshua Tree

Jan. 26th, 2014, 2 P.M.

Join Senior Curator Kathleen Springer as she discusses hunting for mammoths and clues of climate's past in Joshua Tree.

The Cry of the Quagga

Feb. 9th, 2014, 2 P.M.

Join our Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott as he discusses what exactly a quagga is, among other things.

Cajon Pass Trip: Southern California's Geological Treasure Trove

Feb. 22nd, 2014, 7:30 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Explore the southern San Andreas Fault and the epicenter of the Great California ShakeOut scenario with Senior Curator Kathleen Springer and Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott. Your fee ($60 SBCMA members, $70 non-members) includes transportation, morning coffee, lunch, water, and light snacks. The trip includes walks up to 1/2-mile over uneven terrain, so be sure to wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes, dress in layers, and bring a hat and sunscreen. The trip has limited space, so be sure to pre-pay for your registration by mailing the form below with your enclosed payment by no later than October 4th to reserve your spot. As the transportation departs at 7:30 A.M., please arrive at the museum by 7:00 A.M. to check in.

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Sabre Tooth!

Mar. 9th, 2014, 2 P.M.

Join our Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott at the Victor Valley Museum as he discusses sabretooth tigers.

Ancient Springs Reveal Shifting Ice Age Climate

Apr. 20th, 2014, 2 P.M.

Join our Senior Curator Kathleen Springer as she discusses how ancient springs reveal a shifting ice age climate.

Tapirs: Curious Cousin of the Horse

Apr. 27th, 2014, 2 P.M.

Join our Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott as he discusses how tapirs are related genetically to the horse.

Red Rock Canyon State Park Trip

May 11th, 2014, 7:30 A.M. - 5 P.M.

Explore the southern San Andreas Fault and the epicenter of the Great California ShakeOut scenario with Senior Curator Kathleen Springer and Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott. Your fee ($60 SBCMA members, $70 non-members) includes transportation, morning coffee, lunch, water, and light snacks. The trip includes walks up to 1/2-mile over uneven terrain, so be sure to wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes, dress in layers, and bring a hat and sunscreen. The trip has limited space, so be sure to pre-pay for your registration by mailing the form below with your enclosed payment by no later than October 4th to reserve your spot. As the transportation departs at 7:30 A.M., please arrive at the museum by 7:00 A.M. to check in.

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Fossils Under Our Feet

Jun. 15th, 2014, 2 P.M.

Join our Curator of Paleontology Eric Scott as he discusses how tapirs are related genetically to the horse.


San Andreas Fault: Redlands To The Salton Sea - Mud Volcano


San Andreas Fault: Redlands To The Salton Sea - Ducks


San Andreas Fault: Redlands To The Salton Sea - Mud Volcano


San Andreas Fault: Redlands To The Salton Sea - Ducks


San Andreas Fault: Redlands To The Salton Sea - Ducks


San Andreas Fault: Redlands To The Salton Sea - Ducks