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Junior Rangers—Californios: Fiesta!
Junior Rangers—Californios: Fiesta!
We’ll celebrate the legacy of the adobe’s Californio families with crafts–we’ll prepare for a fiesta with papel picado (paper flags), games,and luminaria. Junior Rangers is a StateParks program […]
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New Brighton Junior Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Junior Rangers (FULL)
This 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 […]
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New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound […]
New Brighton Junior Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Junior Rangers (FULL)
This 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 […]
Castle Rock Guided Hike (FULL)
Castle Rock Guided Hike (FULL)
Rocks, ridges, and redwoods- this park has it all! Join our experienced interpretive staff and volunteers as we highlight different features of Castle Rock SP each Saturday and […]
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Castle Rock Guided Hike (FULL)
Castle Rock Guided Hike (FULL)
Rocks, ridges, and redwoods- this park has it all! Join our experienced interpretive staff and volunteers as we highlight different features of Castle Rock SP each Saturday and […]
1 event,
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Participants are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic […]
1 event,
Junior Rangers—Californios:Vaqueros
Junior Rangers—Californios:Vaqueros
We’ll go back in history to find out where our cowboy traditions originated. Following a branding demonstration, you’ll develop your own brand as a stamp for personalized cards […]
1 event,
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound […]
4 events,
Gray Whale Cove Trail Walk (FULL)
Gray Whale Cove Trail Walk (FULL)
Join State Park Docents for a two-hour hike along the scenic Gray Whale Cove Trail at State Parks’ McNee Ranch at Montara. Enjoy a moderate 2-mile hike overlooking […]
Historic Ranch Ground Tour (FULL)
Historic Ranch Ground Tour (FULL)
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle […]
Half Moon Bay Junior Rangers (FULL)
Half Moon Bay Junior Rangers (FULL)
This 1-hour program for 7 to 12 year olds teaches about the importance of nature and our coastal heritage through exploration, games, and various activities. Become a Junior […]
1 event,
Historic Ranch Ground Tour
Historic Ranch Ground Tour
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle […]
1 event,
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Participants are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic […]
1 event,
Junior Rangers —Indigenous California: Games (FULL)
Junior Rangers —Indigenous California: Games (FULL)
Learn and play traditional games of skill and luck. We’ll test our aim in spear throwing and learn the game of staves. You’ll even get to make your […]
1 event,
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound […]
3 events,
Tide Pool Tour (FULL)
Tide Pool Tour (FULL)
Explore our spectacular tidepools on this 1.5 hour guided tour. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Day use fee for vehicles is […]
Half Moon Bay Junior Rangers
Half Moon Bay Junior Rangers
This 1-hour program for 7 to 12 year olds teaches about the importance of nature and our coastal heritage through exploration, games, and various activities. Become a Junior […]
Sunset State Beach Junior (FULL)
Sunset State Beach Junior (FULL)
Explore, hike and play games as you learn about plants, animals, and more. This 1-hour program is for kids ages 7-12 only. Please meet at the Campfire Center […]
4 events,
Tide Pool Tour (FULL)
Tide Pool Tour (FULL)
Explore our spectacular tidepools on this 1.5 hour guided tour. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Day use fee for vehicles is […]
Virtual Book Talk: ‘Vesper Flights’ by Helen Macdonald
Virtual Book Talk: ‘Vesper Flights’ by Helen Macdonald
Bookshop Santa Cruz, in partnership with Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks, will host a free online event celebrating the paperback release of Vesper Flights. Registration is required: https://bit.ly/2UvaeOR […]
Natural Bridges Family Rangers
Natural Bridges Family Rangers
This 1-hour program for families teaches about a different topic focused on Natural Bridges each week. Children ages 7 - 12 may use this program towards Junior Rangers […]
1 event,
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Participants are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic […]
1 event,
Junior Rangers: Indigenous California: Paints & Pigments
Junior Rangers: Indigenous California: Paints & Pigments
In this fun STEM activity, we’ll explore the pigments and binding agents traditionally used by local indigenous people. Experiment with color and chemistry. Junior Rangers is a State […]
1 event,
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound […]
1 event,
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound […]
1 event,
Castro Adobe Tours
Castro Adobe Tours
Additional tour times added! Come join us for a free tour of Castro Adobe State Historic Park and learn about the history of the California Rancho Period. Explore […]
1 event,
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Natural Bridges Little Rangers (FULL)
Participants are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Activities and games vary from week to week, but always cover a topic […]
1 event,
Junior Rangers—Mission Measures: The Long and Short of It
Junior Rangers—Mission Measures: The Long and Short of It
Become a Spanish era meteorologist as you discover how the adobe was built using varas, and cheer on your team in the great fanega relay! Junior Rangers is […]
2 events,
Coastal Birding Walk (FULL)
Coastal Birding Walk (FULL)
On this 2.5 mile hike, be prepared to walk on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You will […]
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
New Brighton Little Rangers (FULL)
Any and all 3 to 6 year old are invited to play games, listen to stories and songs, and learn about nature! Smiles, laughter, and good times abound […]
2 events,
Natural Bridges State Beach: Tide Pool Tour
Natural Bridges State Beach: Tide Pool Tour
Explore our spectacular tidepools on this 1.5 hour guided tour. Meet at the Visitor Center. Bring layered clothing and good walking shoes. Day use fee for vehicles is […]
Historic Ranch Ground Tour (FULL)
Historic Ranch Ground Tour (FULL)
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle […]
2 events,
Pescadero Marsh Guided Walk (FULL)
Pescadero Marsh Guided Walk (FULL)
Join State Park Docents on an easy two-hour stroll on the mile-long Sequoia Audubon Trail through the Pescadero Marsh. Learn about the fascinating human history of the Marsh […]
Historic Ranch Ground Tour (FULL)
Historic Ranch Ground Tour (FULL)
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. Vehicle […]
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