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Captain’s Log: Sanddabs – Delectable Little Wintertime Fish

Before more winter storms move in, we have a fun opportunity to catch one of the best-tasting and easiest to catch fish in the sea — sanddabs. Some of our normally popular fish are out of season during the winter months, but we have this one delicious exception. Have you tried them in restaurants or…

Capt. David Bacon by Capt. David Bacon January 22, 2026 | 3:00 pm
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Maritime Museum Talk Explores Sunflower Sea Star, Kelp Recovery

by Heather Behrens for Santa Barbara Maritime Museum January 20, 2026 | 2:26 pmJanuary 20, 2026 | 2:27 pm
Dan McCaslin: Moon Over Refugio Canyon Bridge
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Dan McCaslin: Moon Over Refugio Canyon Bridge

by Dan McCaslin, Noozhawk Columnist January 19, 2026 | 3:50 pmJanuary 19, 2026 | 3:50 pm
Dennis Mammana: Jupiter Returns to Evening Sky in All Its Brilliant, Bigger-Than-Life Glory
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Dennis Mammana: Jupiter Returns to Evening Sky in All Its Brilliant, Bigger-Than-Life Glory

by Dennis Mammana January 18, 2026 | 1:30 pm
Celebration of Life to Honor Wisdom,  Impact of Max the Great Horned Owl
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Celebration of Life to Honor Wisdom, Impact of Max the Great Horned Owl

by Jonah Haas for Santa Barbara Natural History Museum January 17, 2026 | 9:00 amJanuary 17, 2026 | 5:01 pm
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Captain’s Log: Ocean Adventures Healing for Troubled Kids

by Capt. David Bacon January 15, 2026 | 9:00 pm
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Lompoc Unified Students Get Hands-on Science Lessons at Area Preserve

by Caasi Chavez for Lompoc Unified School District January 14, 2026 | 11:37 amJanuary 14, 2026 | 11:38 am
Dennis Mammana: Why the Brightest Star Becomes a Dazzling Sparkler in Turbulent Skies
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Dennis Mammana: Why the Brightest Star Becomes a Dazzling Sparkler in Turbulent Skies

by Dennis Mammana January 11, 2026 | 1:30 pm
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Join First Beach Cleanup of 2026, Jan. 11 at Hendry’s Beach

by Explore Ecology January 10, 2026 | 5:11 pmJanuary 10, 2026 | 5:11 pm
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Captain’s Log: Managing Our Fisheries, and Managing Them Well

by Capt. David Bacon January 8, 2026 | 3:00 pm
Dan McCaslin: Exploring Fir Canyon and Sunset Valley Trail
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Dan McCaslin: Exploring Fir Canyon and Sunset Valley Trail

by Dan McCaslin, Noozhawk Columnist January 4, 2026 | 9:33 pmJanuary 5, 2026 | 6:14 pm
Dennis Mammana: Celestial Bull Takes Center Stage in Winter Sky
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Dennis Mammana: Celestial Bull Takes Center Stage in Winter Sky

by Dennis Mammana January 4, 2026 | 1:30 pm
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Captain’s Log: In the Midst of a Wild Feeding Frenzy

by Capt. David Bacon January 1, 2026 | 3:00 pm
Dennis Mammana: 2026 Will Be an Exciting New Year of Celestial Wonder
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Dennis Mammana: 2026 Will Be an Exciting New Year of Celestial Wonder

by Dennis Mammana December 28, 2025 | 1:30 pm
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Captain’s Log: Critters War Over Hot Dogs 

by Capt. David Bacon December 24, 2025 | 3:00 pm
Dennis Mammana: Why the Winter Sky Sparkles Like No Other
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Dennis Mammana: Why the Winter Sky Sparkles Like No Other

by Dennis Mammana December 21, 2025 | 1:30 pm
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Learn the Story Behind Elings Park in Children’s Book ‘A Bobcat’s Tail’

by Julia McHugh for Elings Park December 21, 2025 | 11:00 amDecember 21, 2025 | 11:26 am
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Captain’s Log: Stubborn Hitchhikers Go Home With Anglers

by Capt. David Bacon December 18, 2025 | 3:00 pm
Dennis Mammana: Winter’s Return Brings Solstice Moment When Sun Stands Still
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Dennis Mammana: Winter’s Return Brings Solstice Moment When Sun Stands Still

by Dennis Mammana December 14, 2025 | 1:30 pm
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San Jose Creek Multipurpose Path Project Construction Starts Dec. 15 

by Kelly Hoover for city of Goleta December 11, 2025 | 3:53 pmDecember 11, 2025 | 3:53 pm
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Captain’s Log: Underwater Critters and Holiday Spirit On Display

by Capt. David Bacon December 11, 2025 | 3:00 pm

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