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Mountain Lions Don’t Make Good Pets! (Virtual)
You probably shouldn't cuddle with these cats, but what can we learn about their importance to the Santa Cruz Mountains? This interactive program will be broadcast as a…
Plant Powered! (Virtual)
Plants provide people and animals with many things that help us survive. Learn how plants at the park provide shelter, food, and oxygen for animals and people. This…
Life on the Ranch Day (CANCELLED)
Come experience firsthand the early days of life on a dairy ranch with our costumed docents, living history demonstrations, and old-time activities. Draft horse wagon rides available. Bring…
Rocks Rock! (Virtual)
Join us on an adventure through time as we learn about how these unique mountains and rocks were formed! This interactive program will be broadcast as a Zoom…
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Evenings on the Rancho (CANCELLED)
Our adobe hosted travelers, party goers, a famous architect, and possibly even a bandido or two between the dawn of statehood and the Loma Prieta earthquake. Please join…
California’s Underwater Parks (Virtual)
The wonders of California don’t stop at the water’s edge. Take a virtual dive into our coastal Marine Protected Areas, home to giant kelp forests, octopuses’ gardens, and…
Where Do Sandwiches Come From? (Virtual)
Dig into an imaginary lunch as we trace it back to the beginning of the universe! This interactive program will be broadcast as a Zoom webinar. Registration is required.…
Full Moon Madness (CANCELLED)
Come spend an evening of astronomy and galactic greatness at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Enjoy live jazz music, arts and crafts, special astronomer guest speaker, moonlit guided…
Slithery, Scary Snakes? (virtual)
Meet Bandit, our sssweet and cuddly King Snake at Rancho del Oso. You’ll discover that snakes are friend, not foe! This interactive program will be broadcast as a…
Supersized Felines (Virtual)
Explore the world of mountain lions, California's largest cat, with an evening of songs, games, and trivia. Learn safety tips for visiting cougar country and why these elusive…