Junior Rangers: Portola Redwoods State Park
Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La HondaDuring this 1-hour program for 7- to 12-year-olds, kids become Junior Rangers by participating in nature activities to earn prizes while learning how to protect the natural world! […]
The Forest of Nisene Marks – History Under the Redwoods
The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park 600 Aptos Creek Road, AptosDelve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the Loma Prieta town site the saw mill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and […]
Wilder Ranch Backcountry Hike
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa CruzOn this hike we will be discovering the natural history of Wilder Ranch as well as the people and forces that shaped it. Be prepared to explore for […]
Junior Rangers: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park 101 N Big Trees Park Road, FeltonJunior Rangers is a statewide program for 7 – 12 year olds. Participating Junior rangers will learn about the park, earn prizes, and learn how to help preserve […]
Portola Redwoods Nature Club
Portola Redwoods State Park 9000 Portola State Park Road, La HondaIt’s fun at the Nature Club! This half-hour program is for children ages 3-6 and their families. We will play and learn in the redwoods. Program is free. […]
Guided Hike: Portola Redwoods State Park
How do coast redwoods live so long? Find out on this easy 1-mile hike. Meet at the Visitor Center. This is a free event. Day-use parking is $10.
Little Rangers: New Brighton State Beach
New Brighton State Beach CapitolaAny and all 3- to 6-year-old children and their families are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good […]
Little Rangers: Sunset State Beach
Sunset State Beach 201 Sunset Beach Road, WatsonvilleExplore, hike and play games as you learn about plants, animals, and more. This 30-min program is for kids ages 3-6 and their adult. Please meet at the […]
Santa Cruz Mission Adobe Tour
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 144 School St., Santa CruzJoin us for a guided tour through Santa Cruz’s oldest building, the only remaining example of indigenous housing from the California Missions. Learn about the daily life of […]
Ranch History Tour: Wilder Ranch State Park
Wilder Ranch State Park 1401 Coast Road, Santa CruzWant to learn about the rich dairy history of Wilder Ranch State Park? Dreamt of peeking inside our beautiful Victorian homes and barns? Join us weekly on Saturdays […]
Junior Rangers: New Brighton State Beach
New Brighton State Beach CapitolaThis fun one-hour program offers kids, ages 7 to 12, an opportunity to earn prizes while learning about birds, sea life, and local park animals, playing games, and […]
Junior Rangers (en Español) at Sunset State Beach
Sunset State Beach 201 Sunset Beach Road, WatsonvilleExplora, camina y juega mientras aprendse sobre plantas, animales y más. Este programa de 1 hora es para participantes entre las edades de 7 a 12. Reúnase en […]