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Junior Rangers Program
Junior Rangers Program
Calling all 7 to 12 year olds! Who in the world is Ynes Mejia? Join California State Parks staff at your local library to learn about this little […]
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Wool, Spinning, and Weaving
Wool, Spinning, and Weaving
How did an isolated settlement clothe the hundreds of people who lived there? Take an in-depth look at the cloth industry of Mission Santa Cruz. We will follow […]
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The Road Less Traveled: A Dog-Friendly Walk (CANCELED)
The Road Less Traveled: A Dog-Friendly Walk (CANCELED)
On this dog-friendly walk, we travel North Escape Road, a paved road closed to traffic. We tour stunning old-growth redwood groves along beautiful Opal Creek. We'll discuss redwood […]
Seacliff History Walk (CANCELED)
Seacliff History Walk (CANCELED)
Learn the history of Seacliff and surrounding Aptos in this one-hour, half-mile history walk. Led by docent Pete Wang, the tour focuses on the Ohlone, Raphael Castro, Claus […]
Redwood Grove Loop Walk (CANCELED)
Redwood Grove Loop Walk (CANCELED)
How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll […]
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Redwood Grove Loop Walk (CANCELED)
Redwood Grove Loop Walk (CANCELED)
How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans? Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll […]
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Ohlone Plant Use
Ohlone Plant Use
No Safeway? No Home Depot? No pharmacy? How did the Ohlone Indians survive? Docent Eva Fewel will have plant samples and tools that the local Native Californians used. […]
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Luck o’ the Castros
Open House at the Castro Adobe: Luck o’ the Castros
Luck comes and goes, but good choices have preserved the Castro Adobe for the last 170 years. Come for a fun, early spring day on the Rancho and […]
Felling the Giants
Felling the Giants
How did lumbermen cut down these tall, tall trees? What was life like in a logging camp? What tools did they use? Join docent Paul Fewel as he […]
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Sempervirens Falls Hike: Citizens Save the Redwoods!
Sempervirens Falls Hike: Citizens Save the Redwoods!
We’ll visit Sempervirens Falls, hike up Slippery Rock, where the Sempervirens Club camped on their founding night, and see some of the grandest old-growth groves in the park […]
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Bird Watching for Beginners (CANCELLED)
Bird Watching for Beginners (CANCELLED)
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 […]
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Birding for Beginners in Waddell Valley
Birding for Beginners in Waddell Valley
Interpreter Jeremy Lin will lead an approximate 2 mile hike to observe and enjoy morning wildlife at Rancho del Oso. We will take our time and explore the […]
Backcountry Hike
Backcountry Hike
On this 7-mile, 3-hour challenging hike, we’ll explore the natural and cultural history of the upper hills of Wilder Ranch. This hike includes several descents and ascents. Bring […]
McNee Ranch at Montara State Beach
McNee Ranch at Montara State Beach
Join us for an easy 2-mile hike along the scenic Gray Whale Cove Trail. Discover ocean views, coastal plants, wildlife, and historic sites. Bring water and good walking shoes […]
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Redwoods: Resiliency and Adaptations
Redwoods: Resiliency and Adaptations
How have coast redwoods adapted to the natural environment? Can resilient coast redwoods adapt to rapidly changing climate conditions? How can we make a difference? Answer these questions […]
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Coast Nature Walk (CANCELED)
Coast Nature Walk (CANCELED)
We will explore the plants, animals, and geology of the spectacular coastal bluffs on this 2-mile family-friendly walk. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, and layered clothing. Meet […]
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Snakes Alive! (CANCELED)
Snakes Alive! (CANCELED)
Why are snakes important to us? How do they see, smell, taste, and hear? What and how do they eat? What does a snake feel like? Come to […]
Stargazing at Pigeon Point
Stargazing at Pigeon Point
Come celebrate the beauty of dark skies at Pigeon Point! At 7:30pm, join us for a fascinating talk in the Pigeon Point Hostel on"The Importance and Wonder of […]
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Diving into the Monterey Bay (Virtual)
Diving into the Monterey Bay (Virtual)
Discover the special place of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary and how you can be scientists while walking along the beach. This program is aimed at K-2nd graders […]
Daily Life at the Mission through Museum Objects: Tools and Labor (Virtual)
Daily Life at the Mission through Museum Objects: Tools and Labor (Virtual)
Take a close-up look at some of the objects from the museum and consider what they tell us about the lives of the people who used them during […]
Floating a Concrete Ship?! (Virtual)
Floating a Concrete Ship?! (Virtual)
Learn about the history of the SS Palo Alto and how a ship made out of concrete can float. This program is for an all-ages audience. Like our […]
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Read-A-Loud at the Light Station (Virtual)
Read-A-Loud at the Light Station (Virtual)
Join State Park Interpreter Joseph Rogers as he reads the book “A Lighthouse Saves the Day” by Robert Lieber next to the Fresnel lens of Pigeon Point. Learn […]
The Magic of Monarch Butterflies (Virtual)
The Magic of Monarch Butterflies (Virtual)
Tune in to discover the awe-inspiring Monarch Butterfly, a creature of unbelievable beauty and willpower. Learn about its complex life of transformation and travel, where the Monarch spends […]
Virtual Tour of Pigeon Point
Virtual Tour of Pigeon Point
Tune in to learn about and explore one of the tallest lighthouses on the west coast. This program is for an all-ages audience. Like our Facebook page to […]
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Otterly Amazing (Virtual)
Otterly Amazing (Virtual)
Sea otters are not only adorable but play a very important role in their habitat. Tune in to learn about otters’ special adaptions and their story of recovery. […]
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Survival 101: Life as a Marine Invertebrate (virtual)
Survival 101: Life as a Marine Invertebrate (virtual)
Dive on into our aquarium at Seacliff State Beach and discover what adaptations different marine invertebrates use to survive in their habitat. This program is aimed at 3rd-5th graders […]
Virtual Tour of Castle Rock
Virtual Tour of Castle Rock
Come learn about the ever-changing landscape of Castle Rock State Park in the Santa Cruz Mountains, from geology and plate tectonics to current conservation practices within the park. […]
Keep Our Seas Plastic Free! (Virtual)
Keep Our Seas Plastic Free! (Virtual)
Learn about the threat plastic pollution poses on our beautiful Monterey Bay and what you can do to help! This program is for an all-ages audience. Like our […]
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Sharks of Monterey Bay (Virtual)
Sharks of Monterey Bay (Virtual)
Discover the different species of sharks in the Monterey Bay and how they use their senses to track down prey. This program is for an all-ages audience. Like […]
Elephant Seal Adaptations (Virtual)
Elephant Seal Adaptations (Virtual)
This program introduces the evolutionary history and adaptations of the northern elephant seals of Año Nuevo State Reserve. Explore the habitat, behaviors, and adaptations of the northern elephant […]
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Owls: Teachers of the Night
Owls: Teachers of the Night
What makes owls so unique and special? Why do we call them the teachers of the night and what exactly can we learn from them? This program will […]
Endemic Species of the Santa Cruz Sandhills
Endemic Species of the Santa Cruz Sandhills
Learn all about the endemic species found in the Santa Cruz Sandhills and the threats they currently face. This program will also address what each and every one […]
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Victorian Era Fun without Electricity (Virtual)
Victorian Era Fun without Electricity (Virtual)
Discover how kids kept themselves busy a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. We’ll explore the 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse, historic pastimes and music, and include a […]
Hard Day’s Work on the Ranch (Virtual)
Hard Day’s Work on the Ranch (Virtual)
The Wilder family ran an enterprising and innovative dairy ranch for nearly a century. On this tour, we will explore behind the scenes in the 1859 Gothic Revival […]
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Wool, Spinning, and Weaving
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