Join us for a guided tour of the oldest building in Santa Cruz. Come learn about the many families who have called this 180-year-old mission adobe their home. […]

How have coast redwoods adapted to the natural environment? Can they adapt to a human- altered environment? How can we make a difference? Answer these questions and more […]

Calling all 3 to 6 year olds and their adults! Learn, share, and discover the “Secrets of Sand” at our local state beach with a program especially designed […]

On this 2-hour walk, be prepared to hike two miles on uneven surfaces, with many stops to view the many birds, plants, and scenery along the way. You […]

Enjoy an informal afternoon at this hidden jewel near downtown Santa Cruz. You can hand-dip a wax candle in our garden courtyard. Rain cancels. Free event. For more […]

On this 1-mile, 1-hour kid-friendly excursion we’ll stroll through a giant old growth redwood grove that’s over 1,200 years old, discover the banana slug’s vital role to this […]