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Virtual History Walk
Virtual History Walk
How did Aptos get its name? Who was the "Madman of Seacliff”? Get the inside scoop on the history of Aptos. This program is for an all-ages audience. […]
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Super Sea Otters (Virtual)
Super Sea Otters (Virtual)
Discover the amazing adaptations of sea otters and how they can survive in the chilly ocean water. This program is aimed at 1st-3rd graders and their families, but everyone […]
Life at a Lighthouse (Virtual)
Life at a Lighthouse (Virtual)
Unlike many other light stations, Pigeon Point was considered a great "family station". Come learn how a lighthouse keeper and their family could live relatively normal lives, even […]
Who Is It?: Marine Mammal ID (Virtual)
Who Is It?: Marine Mammal ID (Virtual)
When you look just off the beach realize “…that’s not a surfer…” how can you tell which marine mammal you are seeing? Explore the visitor center to discover […]
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It’s a Wet, Wet World (Virtual)
It’s a Wet, Wet World (Virtual)
What happens to rain when it hits the ground? Follow a single rain drop to discover its journey. Find out how all water on earth is connected and […]
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The Only Constant at Castle Rock is Change (Virtual)
The Only Constant at Castle Rock is Change (Virtual)
Tele-join us at Castle Rock to see how the park's holding up, and while you're here learn a bit about the ever-changing landscape of the Santa Cruz Mountains. […]
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Salt Marsh Safari (Virtual)
Salt Marsh Safari (Virtual)
What's that sneaky smell next to the beach at Natural Bridges? Did you know there's more wildlife living in our salt marsh than anywhere else in the park? […]
3 events,
Gardening and Wool Day (CANCELED)
Gardening and Wool Day (CANCELED)
**All in-person guided tours, programs and large events at state parks and beaches are canceled until further notice. Join a fun-filled day of classic springtime ranch activities! Help […]
What Can We Learn From the Tallest Living Beings? (Virtual)
What Can We Learn From the Tallest Living Beings? (Virtual)
What wisdom can we gain from redwoods and why we should care? Discover why and how these giant organisms grow so big and live so long! This program […]
Resiliency in the Redwoods (Virtual)
Resiliency in the Redwoods (Virtual)
Take a closer look at what makes redwood trees so unique! Learn about how they are holding up in our rapidly changing climate. This program is for an […]
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Baking Out of the Wilder Cookbook (Virtual)
Baking Out of the Wilder Cookbook (Virtual)
Join us in the kitchen of the 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse for a baking demonstration using a recipe pulled right out of the Wilder cookbook. This week we […]
3 events,
Castle Rock is for the Birds (Virtual)
Castle Rock is for the Birds (Virtual)
Tele-join us on Instagram as we stream live from Castle Rock to show you how the park's holding up, answer any questions you have, and talk a bit […]
Daily Life at the Mission through Containers (Virtual)
Daily Life at the Mission through Containers (Virtual)
We’ll look at how people stored and carried resources at the Santa Cruz Mission, as we paint a picture of daily life in the mission. Have your 4th grade […]
A Shipwreck Legacy (Virtual)
A Shipwreck Legacy (Virtual)
Throughout much of its history, the California coast has been considered to be one of the more treacherous to navigate for those travelling by sea. Come learn about […]
2 events,
Seabirds by the Seashore (Virtual)
Seabirds by the Seashore (Virtual)
Discover the amazing adaptations of coastal birds that are found in the park. This program is aimed at 1st-3rd graders and their families, but everyone can enjoy. Like our […]
Cormorants of the Cliffs (Virtual)
Cormorants of the Cliffs (Virtual)
Just off the cliffs at Natural Bridges are many nesting black-colored birds. Explore the visitor center to discover more about cormorants. This program is for an all-ages audience. […]
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2 events,
Dr. Seuss Read-A-Loud: Wish for a Fish (Virtual)
Dr. Seuss Read-A-Loud: Wish for a Fish (Virtual)
Join us for a live Read-A-Loud of the book Wish for a Fish: All About Sea Creatures by Dr. Seuss, a Cat in the Hat Learning Library book. The S.S. […]
Stars of the Tidepools: Sea Stars (Virtual)
Stars of the Tidepools: Sea Stars (Virtual)
Join us for a look into sea stars (a.k.a. starfish). There are about 2,000 species of these carnivores living in all the world’s oceans. In this program, we […]
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Read-a-loud at Año Nuevo: Birds (Virtual)
Read-a-loud at Año Nuevo: Birds (Virtual)
Story Time at Año Nuevo State Park! Listen to Birds by Carme Lemniscates and learn about Año Nuevo’s birds. State Park Interpreter Leslie will show you how to make binoculars […]
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World Migratory Bird Day (CANCELED)
World Migratory Bird Day (CANCELED)
**All in-person guided tours, programs and large events at state parks and beaches are canceled until further notice. Fly, walk, bike, or drive to the International Migratory Bird […]
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1 event,
Daily Life at the Mission: Transportation (Virtual)
Daily Life at the Mission: Transportation (Virtual)
How did people get from place to place during the Mission era? We’ll look at different modes of transportation and think about how that impacted Mission economy. Have […]
2 events,
Seal or Sea Lion? (Virtual)
Seal or Sea Lion? (Virtual)
Discover the amazing adaptations of seals and sea lions and how they can survive in the chilly ocean water off Natural Bridges. This program is aimed at 1st-3rd graders […]
Afternoon Stroll at Pigeon Point (Virtual)
Afternoon Stroll at Pigeon Point (Virtual)
Join State Park Interpreter Joe on a virtual walk and learn about some of the native plants and wildlife that call Pigeon Point home. This program is for […]
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4 events,
Dr. Seuss Read-A-Loud: Oh Say Can You Seed? (Virtual)
Dr. Seuss Read-A-Loud: Oh Say Can You Seed? (Virtual)
Join us for a live Read-A-Loud of the book Oh Say Can You Seed? All About Flowering Plantsby Dr. Seuss, a Cat in the Hat Learning Library book. Learn […]
Castle Rock Virtual Field Trip (Virtual)
Castle Rock Virtual Field Trip (Virtual)
Join our weekly Facebook Premiere live and learn about the ever-changing landscape of Castle Rock in the Santa Cruz Mountains, highlighting the many natural and cultural features of […]
Castle Rock is for the Birds! (Virtual)
Castle Rock is for the Birds! (Virtual)
Tele-join us on Instagram as we stream live from Castle Rock to show you how the park's holding up, answer any questions you have, and talk a bit […]
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The Island of Año Nuevo
The Island of Año Nuevo
There is a mysterious island just off shore of Año Nuevo with abandoned buildings and an abundance of wildlife. Join State Park Interpreter Christen to learn all about […]
1 event,
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Women of the Castro Adobe (CANCELED)
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Women of the Castro Adobe (CANCELED)
*All in-person guided tours, programs and large events at state parks and beaches are canceled until further notice. Without working women out in front and behind the scenes, […]
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1 event,
Daily Life at the Mission: Gardens (Virtual)
Daily Life at the Mission: Gardens (Virtual)
What did people eat during the Mission era? We’ll check out what’s growing in our demonstration garden and think about how foodways changed as a result of the […]
2 events,
Read-A-Loud at the Beach (Virtual)
Read-A-Loud at the Beach (Virtual)
Join Interpreter Martha as she reads Bonnie Barnacle Finds a Home by Evelyn Dabritz to learnabout the life of a barnacle, including how they change as they grow before settling […]
Who Lives Under the Ground? (Virtual)
Who Lives Under the Ground? (Virtual)
When you look there are many holes in the ground at Natural Bridges. How can you tell whose hole it is and who may live beneath our feet? […]
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2 events,
Dr. Seuss Read-A-Loud: Clam-I-Am! All About the Beach (Virtual)
Dr. Seuss Read-A-Loud: Clam-I-Am! All About the Beach (Virtual)
Join us for a live Read-A-Loud of the book Clam-I-Am: All About the Beach by Dr. Seuss, a Cat in the Hat Learning Library book. This program is aimed at […]
Bobcats (Virtual)
Bobcats (Virtual)
Join us as we learn about bobcats. Often mistaken for their larger cousin, the mountain lion, these kitties are smaller but just as fierce! This program is for […]
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Salt Marsh Safari (Virtual)
Salt Marsh Safari (Virtual)
Join our park's first Facebook Premiere Live out at the salt marsh for a hands-on exploration into the most diverse habitat at Natural Bridges. This program is aimed […]
2 events,
Keystone Species (Virtual)
Keystone Species (Virtual)
Some animals and plants have a very special role; you can think about them as very similar to the last block you pull from the "Jenga" stack before […]
Coast Redwood Adaptations (Virtual)
Coast Redwood Adaptations (Virtual)
Coast redwood trees are some of the oldest organisms on Earth. Join us to learn about the most striking adaptations that ensure their prosperity and longevity. This program […]
2 events,
Baking Out of the Wilder Cookbook: Shortbread (Virtual)
Baking Out of the Wilder Cookbook: Shortbread (Virtual)
Join us in the kitchen of the 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse for a baking demonstration using a recipe pulled right out of the Wilder cookbook. This week we […]
A Long Dairying Tradition (Virtual)
A Long Dairying Tradition (Virtual)
Learn about Wilder Ranch’s creamery, the innovations that made it so productive and the story of the fire that burned the historic structure to the ground. This program […]
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Read-A-Loud at the Beach: It’s Not Easy Being a Pelican (Virtual)
Read-A-Loud at the Beach: It’s Not Easy Being a Pelican (Virtual)
Join Interpreter Martha as she reads It’s Not Easy Being a Pelican by Evelyn Dabritz to learn about the life of a pelican family. Why are things so […]
Coffee with a Keeper (Virtual)
Coffee with a Keeper (Virtual)
Come join State Park Interpreter Joe at the top of Pigeon Point Lighthouse for an afternoon cup of coffee (or your preferred drink of choice). Ask any burning […]
Snakes on a…Beach? (Virtual)
Snakes on a…Beach? (Virtual)
Explore the visitor center to discover more about secretive snakes, animals whom we rarely see. This program is for an all-ages audience. Like our Facebook page to receive […]
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Read-A-Loud at the Beach: The Velveteen Rabbit (Virtual)
Read-A-Loud at the Beach: The Velveteen Rabbit (Virtual)
Join us for a live Read-A-Loud of The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams Bianco. This program is aimed at 1st-3rd graders and their families, but everyone can enjoy. […]
Castle Rock TV
Castle Rock TV
Jonesing for some natural beauty? Hit us up on Instagram or IG TV as we stream the wonders of Castle Rock right to your screen! This program is […]
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Wildflowers: The Rainbows of the Redwood Forest (Virtual)
Wildflowers: The Rainbows of the Redwood Forest (Virtual)
Wildflowers are similar to rainbows in that they are beautiful, extremely colorful and don't last forever. Join our livestream to learn more about wildflowers and see some examples […]
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Farm Animal Encounters (Virtual)
Farm Animal Encounters (Virtual)
Meet some of the farm animals that call Wilder Ranch home and learn about how they supported the historic dairy ranch. This program is aimed at 2nd-3rd graders […]
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