Junior Rangers Program: Explorers: Using a Compass
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesWe’ll learn how a compass works, then follow a trail to treasure! You’ll be able to make and decorate your own compass rose. Bring a picnic lunch or […]
Castro Adobe Open House 2018
Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA, United StatesJoin us for a unique opportunity to view our newest State Historic Park. This hidden jewel in the Pájaro Valley is currently an active construction site as the […]
Ancient Relicts of Hidden Valleys
Butano State Park 1500 Cloverdale Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesJourney back in time with a guided nature walk amongst the redwood trees of Butano State Park. Observe fauna and flora that has remained virtually unchanged since the […]
Campfire Programs
Butano State Park 1500 Cloverdale Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesCome join us at the Campfire Center and enjoy toasting some marshmallows, singing songs, and playing games like Park Jeopardy and others! Prizes for participants! Each campfire program […]
Junior Rangers Program: Russians: The story of Jose Bolcoff
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesLearn the fascinating tale of the captured Sailor who became California’s first permanent Russian Citizen. We’ll find out how he made a mark on the Santa Cruz Mission, […]
Guided Hikes
Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La Honda, CA, United StatesExplore the myriad of beautiful trails at Portola Redwoods State Park and learn about the natural and cultural history of this rich landscape. Each hike will have a […]
Guided Hikes
Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La Honda, CA, United StatesExplore the myriad of beautiful trails at Portola Redwoods State Park and learn about the natural and cultural history of this rich landscape. Each hike will have a […]
Guided Hikes
Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La Honda, CA, United StatesExplore the myriad of beautiful trails at Portola Redwoods State Park and learn about the natural and cultural history of this rich landscape. Each hike will have a […]
Archeology Day
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesHow do artifacts give us clues to the past? Follow the archaeological process from the dig to the display, and participate in hands-on activities to discover the stories […]
An Evening with the Fresnel Lens
Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park 210 Pigeon Point Road, Pescadero, CA, United StatesThe Pigeon Point Lighthouse is currently under repair, but that doesn’t mean that the First Order Fresnel Lens can’t shine! The Fresnel lens, the original lighthouse beacon, will […]