Castle Rock Loop Hike (CANCELED)
Castle Rock State Park 15000 Skyline Blvd., Los Gatos, CA, United StatesOn this 1-mile, 1-hour interactive journey we will discuss the various park ecosystems, Ohlone history, Black Oak ecology, wildfire, and more. Bring water, closed toe shoes, snacks, and […]
Ranch Tours (CANCELED)
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesDiscover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1897 Victorian home, 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse, 1896 water-powered machine […]
Archaeology Demonstration
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 […]
Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve
Half Moon Bay State Beach 95 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA, United StatesEnjoy an easy 2-mile hike along the California coast into the Pescadero Marsh Natural Preserve and visit popular spots for good bird watching. Bring water and good walking shoes […]
Redwoods and the Changing Climate
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesHow have coast redwoods adapted to the natural environment? Can coast redwoods adapt to rapidly changing climate conditions? How can we make a difference? Answer these questions and […]
Migration Festival
Natural Bridges State Beach 2531 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United StatesA special event! Fly, swim, waddle, walk, bike, or drive as you migrate to Natural Bridges State Beach for a full day of activities that celebrate the migration […]
Birding for Beginners
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesJoin birder extraordinaire Jim Williams for a tranquil morning filled with our little flying friends! Learn about the birds in our park, receive a Henry Cowell RSP birding […]
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Romance on the Rancho
Castro Adobe State Historic Park 184 Old Adobe Road, Watsonville, CA, United StatesLife in California before the Gold Rush wasn’t all-Zorro, all-the-time, but it did have its share of romantic charm and excitement. Step into the Pájaro Valley’s past with […]
Beach Clean-Up Day
Half Moon Bay State Beach 95 Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA, United StatesJoin the California State Parks’ “Refuse Reduction Group” in cleaning up Francis Beach. We will talk about trash concerns and solutions. Please bring your own buckets, gloves, and […]
Community Science: Salamanders
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, United StatesDiscover community science with this new program! Search for salamanders and make scientific observations that will help local scientists. Bring warm layers, boots, water, and a sense of […]