Anza-Borrego Institute Workshops

Success in a Photo Contest
Planning to enter our photo contest?  You can get tips from the pros!
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 8 am to noon
Instructors:  Paul Johnson and Dennis Mammana
Fee:  $25
Program Details

Certified Interpretive Guide Training Workshop
Presented by ABFI and the National Association for Interpretation (NAI), this 32-hour workshop is designed for anyone who would like to deliver interpretive programs to the public.
January 26-30, 2009
Instructors: Jim Covel, Roger Riolo, Michael Rodriques
Fee: Registration for the workshop starts at just $320 for NAI members; a special package including closing banquet and all-day desert tour is $400 for NAI members and $440 for non-members.
We have arranged for a special lodging rate of $99 per night at Borrego Springs Resort, the workshop location.

Detailed workshop information (PDF)

Three easy ways to register for the workshop:
1. Sign up online
2. Call (760) 767-4063
3. Download CIG Registration Form and mail it in.

Desert Stargazing For Beginners
A full-day workshop designed for beginning stargazers interested in exploring the fascinating hobby of astronomy.
Saturday, November 22, 11:30 am – 7:30 pm
Instructor: Dennis Mammana
Fee: $45 Non-member; $35 ABFI Member
This workshop is also being offered on February 28, 2009.
Click here to register for February class

Sorry, both sessions are sold out.

Desert Sky Photography for Beginners
Learn how to capture the dramatic desert night sky on film in this full-day workshop.
Saturday, January 31, 2009, 11:30 am – 7:30 pm
Instructor: Dennis Mammana
Fee: $45 Non-member; $35 ABFI Member
Click here to register for January class

Track and Sign Courses for 2008-2009
Have you ever wanted to be able to “read” those mysterious tracks on the ground? Would you like to help wildlife managers by documenting the activities of wildlife in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park® and elsewhere? Then this new series of classes is for you!

Beginning Level Sessions: Nov 1, Dec 6, Jan 17
Details and Registration

Intermediate Sessions: Feb 7, Feb 28, Mar 28
Details and Registration

Advanced Sessions: Apr 25, May 16, Jun 6
Details and Registration

Fee per level (three all-day classes):
$110 Non-member; $100 ABFI Member

Full series fee:
$330 Non-member; $300 ABFI Member

Click here for Full Series Registration