Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve (JRBP) Virtual Experiences
There will be no public tours during Family Weekend.
Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve (JRBP) is located near Stanford University's campus in the eastern foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. The preserve encompasses remarkable geologic, topographic, and biotic diversity within its 483 hectares (1,193 acres) and provides a natural laboratory for researchers from all over the world, educational experiences to students and docent-led visitors, and refuge to native plants and animals.
Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve
Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve is an interdisciplinary, cross-cultural and place-based training ground for effective environmental stewardship, connecting students and researchers from all over the world. This video provides an overview of the preserve and some quick facts. Click the image above to play the video.
Virtual at-Home Field Trip
Enjoy this a new virtual field trip. From your own homes, walk the preserve and enjoy its beauty. Built in collaboration with Stanford Earth
History of Jasper Ridge from 1915 - 1948: Part I: Tour of the early days of Searsville Lake Park with Olympic divers Ernst and Greta Brandsten
This presentation will focus on the role swimming and the Olympics played in the lives of Ernst and Greta Brandsten and the early days of Searsville Lake Park. The couple trained divers at the Stanford University from 1915 to 1948 and operated the sports recreation Searsville Lake Park.