SOCIAL: Ask a Scientist [Dec 9]: SF's Primeval Waterscape

[Amandeep Jawa]

I'm a head-ed to this tonight - any one wanna join me (some chance of Adrian & Tom action as well!)


TOPIC: San Francisco's Primeval Waterscape
Did you know that the southeastern portion of San Francisco was once dominated by the watersheds of two large creeks, Mission and Islais, while large parts of the north and west of the city had no creeks at all because they were covered with sand dunes? Our waterscape has changed dramatically over the years, from the natural creek- and dune-scape to today's modern sewersheds. Come learn about the unique features of San Francisco's primeval waterscape and find out how the city used and abused its many creeks and lakes as it grew into the modern metropolis we call home. The Oakland Museum of California's Christopher Richard will explain the geological and political history of this transformation and will take us on a virtual tour of the remaining free-running creeks in San Francisco (which you can visit!).

SPEAKER: Christopher Richard, Curator of Aquatic Biology, Oakland Museum of California
WHEN: Wednesday, December 9th, 7:00 pm
WHERE: Axis Cafe, 1201 8th Street (btw. 16th & Irwin) San Francisco

ADMISSION IS FREE, but please support our generous hosts at Axis Cafe by bringing your appetite and enjoying dinner during the talk.

NOTE: indoor seating will be limited, but weather permitting, a projector and screen will be set up outside on the patio so everyone can still see and hear the show. Bundle up!

See you soon,
Juliana

Ask a Scientist
http://askascientistSF.com


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