Guided Adobe Tour
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesJoin us for a guided tour of the oldest building in Santa Cruz. Come learn about the many families who have called this 180-year-old mission adobe their home. […]
Redwoods and Climate Change
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesHow have coast redwoods adapted to the natural environment? Can they adapt to a human- altered environment? How can we make a difference? Answer these questions and more […]
Little Rangers – Secrets of Sand
Butano State Park 1500 Cloverdale Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesCalling all 3 to 6 year olds and their adults! Learn, share, and discover the “Secrets of Sand” at our local state beach with a program especially designed […]
Old Cove Landing Trail
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOn this 2.5 mile, 2-hour family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and […]
Wilder Ridge Loop
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOn this challenging 3-hour hike, we’ll explore the natural and cultural history of the upper hills of Wilder Ranch. This hike includes several descents and ascents. Bring water, […]
Ohlone Day
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesCelebrate the past, present, and future of Ohlone culture. Ohlone demonstrators will share traditional dances, basketry, songs, stories, tools, musical instruments, language, and history. During this family-friendly event, […]
Buzzard’s Roost Hike
Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United StatesJoin docents Kathy Willott and Glenn Joy for a 5-mile hike to Buzzard’s Roost. We’ll take an early hike in hopes of seeing things that might be hiding […]
Open House at the Castro Adobe: The Pajaro Valley in the Mexican Era
Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA, United StatesOur Castro family came here in Spanish times, built their adobe just as California was becoming our 31st state. Their legacies remain today; but the Castro’s heyday began […]
Bird Watching for Beginners
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesOn this 2-hour walk, be prepared to hike two miles on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You […]
Drop-In Family Craft – Candle Dipping
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesEnjoy an informal afternoon at this hidden jewel near downtown Santa Cruz. You can hand-dip a wax candle in our garden courtyard. Rain cancels. Free event. For more […]