Fri, Oct 17
|San Diego
🕵️ Nature Detectives: Wildlife CSI
Kids become junior Nature Detectives on this Cowles Mountain hike! Together we’ll search for animal tracks, feathers, and other clues while learning how wildlife leaves behind stories in nature. A fun, hands-on adventure designed for homeschool families.
Time & Location
Oct 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
San Diego, 7001 Golfcrest Dr, San Diego, CA 92119, USA
About the event
Step into the role of a Nature Detective as we explore Cowles Mountain! On this interactive hike, kids will learn how to identify animal clues like tracks, feathers, scat, and burrows to uncover the hidden stories of local wildlife. Through hands-on activities, sketching, and group problem-solving, students practice observation, critical thinking, and storytelling — all while connecting science to the natural world. Designed for homeschool families, this hike blends outdoor adventure with engaging lessons in ecology, art, and discovery.
Event Schedule
10:00 – 10:15 a.m. | Introduction: Become a Nature Detective
Kids receive a “Detective Challenge Card” (with space for drawings/notes).
Brief talk about how scientists use evidence to learn about wildlife.