Its primary participants are the students of Sierra College - who attend classes, field courses , lectures , seminars and demonstrations. Secondarily it is available for the public and for students of all ages. Centered in Sewell Hall on the Sierra College campus in Rocklin, California, the museum is also a favorite place of the regional public. Thousands of adults and children each year attend seminars, programs, field trips and activities sponsored by the museum and designed specifically for the public. Docent-led tours are available during the school year for area students.
Natural history knows few limitations.
Life exists in our atmosphere. It abounds in our hydrosphere of oceans and freshwater. It flourishes upon and within Earth's lithosphere of rock and soils. Our location enables college students and staff to closely inspect the West. Our students and participants have collaborated in studies of life throughout western North America.