March 16, 2020
In compliance with Stanford policy now in place to adjust to the Shelter in Place announcement that came out today for Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, until further notice Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve is closed... more
About the Preserve
Stanford University’s Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve (JRBP) is in the eastern foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, about five miles southwest of the main campus. 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.
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March 13, 2020
(Photo courtesy of Jeff Schwegman)
Because of the need to slow the accelerating spread of the COVID-19 virus, until further notice Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve is suspending all visitation except essential research, on-line education, and administrative activities. This... more
March 12, 2020
All tours are canceled until further notice in accordance with recommendations to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus and help ensure the health and safety of our community. Stanford Health Alerts... more
January 21, 2020
Wood density (the mass per unit volume of wood) is associated with mechanical support, carbon and nutrient storage, drought tolerance, pathogen defense, and water transport in trees and shrubs. Models of carbon stocks often rely on wood density... more
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Purchase Wildflower Prints
The paintings in this collection of wildflower watercolors were done by Herb Dengler in the 1980s and 1990s from specimens gathered on Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve. They are printed on an Iris printer in a limited edition of 250, each numbered and containing an engraved authentication. Learn More
