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Dunes Center

www.dunescenter.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
The Dunes Center promotes the conservation of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes ecosystem through education, research and the support of cooperative stewardship.

Contact:
Gillian Andrews, Executive Director
Dunes Center
1055 Guadalupe Street
P.O. Box 339
Guadalupe, CA 93434
Phone: (805) 343-2455
Fax: (805) 343-0442
info@dunescenter.org

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara

Activities:
Research, Education, Conservation, Tourism, Recreation, Resource Management

Topic:
Sand Dune Habitat, Wetlands, Cultural History, Beaches, Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Bay & Estuary Habitats

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Activity/Learning Kit, Posters, Maps, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Nature Trails, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Multimedia, Website, Library/Lending Materials

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Public events such as California native plants gardening class

Education Programs:
Teacher Training Workshops on Dunes ecosystem, materials: science educational kit in a backpack, Junior Docent Program: science-type notebooks, birding books

Target Audiences:
K-12, Adult, Teacher, Non-Formal Educator, University Students, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 100

Other Languages:
Spanish: CD Rom programs are bilingual

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Docent Program
  Description:
Lead hikes into the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Preserve
  When Needed:
All year
  Qualifications:
None
  Commitment Required:
4 hours per month minimum
  Application/Training:
Contact Dunes Center for enrollment form.
  Contact:
Carrie Rosing
(805) 343-2455


 

Program:
Dunes Center Volunteers

  Description:
Hosts to visitors; admin.; gardeners; committees- exhibit, education, library, Cecil B. DeMille - Lost City Project.
  When Needed:
All year
  Qualifications:
None
  Commitment Required:
4 hours per month minimum
  Application/Training:
Contact Dunes Center for enrollment form.
  Contact:
Carrie Rosing
(805) 343-2455

Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Varies
  When Needed:
6-12 months, throughout the year
  Qualifications:
High-school diploma
  Application:
Call for details
  Number of Interns:
2
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Credit:
No
  Contact Name:
Carrie Rosing
(805) 343-2455

General Services:
Restrooms, Bookstore/Gift Shop

Parking Availability:
On-site parking for about 30 cars, with handicap parking

Disabled Access:
Wheelchair access to downstairs section of Center



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