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Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Butano Guided Hikes: Nature Journaling
Butano Guided Hikes: Nature Journaling
Join a State Parks Interpreter for a fun nature journaling activity on a moderate 1.5-mile hike through the various habitats of Butano. No previous nature journaling experience necessary! […]
10 events,
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Join us for a 2-mile guided walk through Santa Cruz’s most sensitive ecosystem: the sandhills. Learn about the habitat’s formation, as well as the uniquely adapted plants and […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Guided Walk at Pescadero Marsh Preserve
Guided Walk at Pescadero Marsh Preserve
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 […]
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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 […]
3 events,
Santa Cruz Mission: Junior Rangers
Don't miss out on the chance to join us for Junior Rangers at Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park ! During this program, we’ll dive into Monterey Bay […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
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 […]
7 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
New Brighton State Beach: Little Rangers
New Brighton State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Explore, 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 […]
11 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Second Saturday Hikes
Second Saturday Hikes
New Year, New Growth. Come celebrate the new year with a short, 1.5-mile hike through Butano. Take in the majesty of the redwoods and revel in their resilience. […]
8 events,
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Join us for a 2-mile guided walk through Santa Cruz’s most sensitive ecosystem: the sandhills. Learn about the habitat’s formation, as well as the uniquely adapted plants and […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Sunset State Beach: Spanish Jr. Rangers
Sunset State Beach: Spanish Jr. Rangers
Este divertido programa de una hora de duración ofrece a los niños de 7 a 12 años la oportunidad de ganar premios mientras aprenden sobre los pájaros, la […]
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Fall Creek Guided Hike
Fall Creek Guided Hike
Hike through a young, 100 year old forest to examine evidence of the logging history and discover howthe Bay Area was built on this 4-mile, 4-hour hike. Join […]
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 […]
3 events,
Santa Cruz Mission: Junior Rangers
Don't miss out on the chance to join us for Junior Rangers at Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park ! During this program, we’ll dive into Monterey Bay […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
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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Natural Bridges State Beach Volunteer Training!
Volunteer in the ParkStore at Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz! Help is needed to work the register, greet visitors and share what Natural Bridges has to […]
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Explore, 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 […]
New Brighton State Beach: Little Rangers
New Brighton State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
14 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
14 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 […]
Castro Adobe Open House
Castro Adobe Open House
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon touring Rancho San Andres Castro Adobe State Historic Property in Watsonville CA. This 90-minute in-person tour will be led by state park docents who […]
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Join us for a 2-mile guided walk through Santa Cruz’s most sensitive ecosystem: the sandhills. Learn about the habitat’s formation, as well as the uniquely adapted plants and […]
2 events,
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 […]
4 events,
Santa Cruz Mission: Junior Rangers
Don't miss out on the chance to join us for Junior Rangers at Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park ! During this program, we’ll dive into Monterey Bay […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
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 […]
7 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
New Brighton State Beach: Little Rangers
New Brighton State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Explore, 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 […]
13 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Shingle Mill and Old Growth Redwood Hike
Shingle Mill and Old Growth Redwood Hike
This shaded summer hike takes us through second-growth redwood forest past the remains of an old shingle mill, lost to history. As we climb along Shingle Mill Creek […]
10 events,
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Join us for a 2-mile guided walk through Santa Cruz’s most sensitive ecosystem: the sandhills. Learn about the habitat’s formation, as well as the uniquely adapted plants and […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Guided Walk at Burleigh Murray Ranch
Guided Walk at Burleigh Murray Ranch
Join State Park Docents on a leisurely two-hour walk. Take a journey back in time along Mills Creek at Burleigh H. Murray Ranch State Park. This walk will […]
2 events,
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 […]
5 events,
Santa Cruz Mission: Junior Rangers
Don't miss out on the chance to join us for Junior Rangers at Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park ! During this program, we’ll dive into Monterey Bay […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
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 […]
Family Rangers at Natural Bridges State Beach: Marine Ma
Family Rangers at Natural Bridges State Beach: Marine Ma
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 […]
8 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
Guided Coastal Birding Walk at Wilder Ranch
Guided Coastal Birding Walk at Wilder Ranch
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 […]
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Sunset State Beach: Little Rangers
Explore, 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 […]
12 events,
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Guided History Walk: Under the Redwood Trees at Forest of Nisene
Delve into forest history—and prehistory—with a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk to the site of sawmill and fossils deep inside the redwood forest. Bring water and snacks. Meet at the […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
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 […]
9 events,
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Santa Cruz Sandhills Tour
Join us for a 2-mile guided walk through Santa Cruz’s most sensitive ecosystem: the sandhills. Learn about the habitat’s formation, as well as the uniquely adapted plants and […]
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Little Rangers
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 […]
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
Seacliff State Beach: Junior Rangers
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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