For more than sixty years, Mother Nature has transformed the rolling hills of North San Diego County into one of the most spectacular and coordinated displays of natural color and beauty anywhere in the world. The nearly fifty acres of Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers that make up the Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, California, are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year - from early March through early May - literally bringing the famous fields back to life. This annual burst of color, which has become part of the area’s local heritage, also is one of nature’s official ways of announcing the arrival of spring here in Southern California.

Join us in celebration of San Diego's annual Pet Day on the Bay where you can cruise with your best friend on San Diego Bay. Each year, City Cruises offers this popular, pup-friendly day on San Diego Bay which serves up a tail-wagging good time! Dogs are invited to cruise for free with their owners. Guests are also encouraged to contribute a gently used blanket or towel that will warm needy animals at Helen Woodward Animal Center.

Includes
1-hour narrated cruise
Information about more than 50 San Diego landmarks
Comfortable indoor and outdoor areas
Close-up views of military ships and the San Diego skyline, with a chance to see marine animals and seabirds
Snack bar with adult beverages, soft drinks, and hot and cold snacks

Enjoy a special garden workshop in the Trudy Bronner Discovery Garden with Jimbo's Naturally Escondido! Make delicious recipes with local, seasonal ingredients from Jimbo's! Parents and little ones will get to participate and learn together. 

Today's recipe: Edible Pinwheels

No registration required. FREE with Museum Admission.

In honor of Earth Day, Birch Aquarium is throwing a Party for the Planet. Join us as we celebrate our ocean planet, highlighting some of the simple steps we all can take to make a difference.