Ocean Beach: Fog, Fauna, Flora
In this talk, Eddy Rubin delves into the human and natural forces—biological and physical—that have shaped San Francisco’s western shoreline. Through a blend of scientific analysis and personal narrative, he explores the interactions of members of this vibrant coastal ecosystem, with particular emphasis on the birds of Ocean Beach.
About Our Speaker
Eddy Rubin is a Berkeley scientist and longtime Ocean Beach enthusiast who, in addition to contributing to the Human Genome Project, has spent decades walking, surfing, and foraging along San Francisco’s western edge. He is the author of Ocean Beach: Fog, Fauna, and Flora, which explores the unique ecology of this sandy Pacific shoreline. His work reflects both a deep love for this coastal habitat and a passion for making science accessible to the public.
Date: Thursday, August 21 (7pm)
Location: In-person and online via Zoom
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87367265546?pwd=aDANKzzKy1IZ0RcYO5PD8bmMuH8hGR.1
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