The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California

This newly-updated field guide is the perfect companion for your long beach walks. 

Newly revised and expanded, this guide to the most common animals and plants of the California seashore is a must-have companion for any curious beach visitor.

Look no further than The New Beachcomber’s Guide to Seashore Life of California for the essential tidal guidebook. More than 600 species of the sponges, molluscs, crustaceans, sea stars, sea anemones, jellies, fishes, seaweeds and other flora and fauna you’re likely to see are described here in concise detail―that’s more than double the entries from the original and ever-popular Beachcomber’s Guide to California.

Each entry is photographed in splendid color for identification in the natural habitat, and there are new indicators classifying introduced/invasive species. Also included with each species are common and scientific names, description, size, habitat, range and interesting notes, such as how the Dalmation polyclad has about forty eyes or how it takes ten years for a common lampshell to reach full size.

Sea Otter Socks (Mens)

These otterly adorable socks are designed here in Santa Cruz, CA!

Sock size 10-13 fits U.S. men’s shoe size 7-12.5
Fiber Content: 63% Cotton, 34% Nylon, 3% Spandex

Under the Sea Ocean Memory Game

A fun, simple game of matching pairs. In the format of a classic memory game, Under the Sea will have you pairing up ocean animals from dolphins to sea urchins. Easy to play and perfect for ages six and up. Each set features 50 beautifully-illustrated cards and an accompanying educational booklet!

Rainbow Sketch Pad

This portable sketchpad is our newest obsession. Use the attached stylus to etch bright, cheerful rainbow designs onto each page! Perfect for kids of all ages (including adults). 

Each pad contains 60 thick, perforated black-coated pages and a wooden stylus. 

California Explorer Annual Pass

The “California Explorer” Annual Pass at $195 offers the most value including the popular Southern California beaches along the Orange, Los Angeles and San Diego Coasts like Huntington Beach, Leo Carrillo and Carlsbad State Beaches. This pass is also honored at most parks throughout the state that are operated by California State Parks and charge a vehicle day use fee.

This pass does not provide access to Off Highway Motor Vehicular Recreation Areas (OHV), is not valid for camping, oversize vehicle fees, extra vehicle fees or other supplemental fees, and is valid only in parks operated by California State Parks. For a complete list of parks which accept the pass, click here.

Proceeds from the ParkStore Online stay local and keep our state parks and beaches thriving and available to all. Annual Passes are never eligible for discounts.

 

Mushroom Spotter

This charming deck of fungi flash cards will help you learn your common mushrooms this winter! 

Complete with 78 cards, each featuring a watercolor painting of a mushroom on the front and an engaging description on the back-including identifying characteristics, fun facts, and a dash of mystical mushroom wisdom-this deck is an invitation to notice and appreciate the mysterious world of fungi. An accompanying booklet includes a brief introduction to mushrooms, a glossary of terms, plus guidance on how to use the cards: display them as art or keep them on hand during your nature walks! Packaged in an attractive, portable box, this playful and informative deck is a must-have for mushroom lovers of all varieties.

Zip-Up Natural Bridges Hoodie

Stay warm in any season with this zip-up hoodie featuring Michael Schwab’s iconic Natural Bridges image. Soft, stylish, and available in sizes S-XXL.

As always, proceeds support our local State Parks and Beaches!

Seacliff Candle

This lovely candle, featuring the fresh scent of salty air, will transport you right back to Seacliff State Beach.

Hand-poured in Salinas, CA.

Soy wax, scented with phthalate free non-toxic fragrance oils.

Knitting California by Nancy Bates

Take your knitting to the next level and create beanies that celebrate Monarch Butterflies, California Poppies, Redwood Trees, Kelp Forests, and more! Just be warned: everyone in your life is going to want one of these hats.

Eureka! From the sea life of Monterey and the surfing culture of SoCal, to the glamour of Hollywood and the majesty of the Coastal Redwoods, California has some of the most unique and diverse landscapes in the United States. Capture the history, spectacular scenery, and fascinating landmarks California offers with original beanie patterns created by knitting designer, author, and proud Californian, Nancy Bates.

The 26 beanie patterns in this book range from simple beanie constructions depicting the gold rush or the Golden Gate Bridge, to more challenging stitch patterns such as the Forests of the North. From wine country to orange groves, gray whales to monarch butterflies, and everything in-between, the beauty of California is depicted in these charming beanies.

Clear charts, easy-to-read keys, and thorough instructions help any knitter, whether beginner or experienced, through these gratifying projects. Show your love for California with these beautiful beanie designs you can wear any time and any place.

26 BEANIE PATTERNS: Including both simple and more challenging stitch patterns, there is something for everyone with these 26 beanie patterns.

INSPIRED BY THE BEAUTY OF CALIFORNIA: From the state flag to the beautiful Big Sur coastline, each beanie pattern celebrates the beauty of California.

THE PERFECT GIFT: Perfect for any knitting enthusiast, this book is the gift that keeps on giving with the beanies also being great gifts for fans of California.

SPECTACULARLY PHOTOGRAPHED: Each pattern is accompanied by photos of the finished beanie and California’s landscapes, landmarks, flora, and fauna.

EASY-TO-FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS: Each of the 26 beanie knitting patterns has been tested and offers clear charts so that knitters of every skill level can knit a beanie in no time.

 

 

Draw the Great Outdoors by Harrison How

Local author Harrison How has published a fun and easy guide to creating beautiful ink drawings of your favorite outdoor spots, from redwood forests to tidepools to beach dunes and more. Drawing outside is a wonderful way to calm your mind and learn to appreciate the little details in your favorite parks.

Explore all the beauty nature has to offer with 20 awe-inspiring land and seascape sketches. In this accessible, step-by-step guide, artist and nature enthusiast Harrison How shows you how to effortlessly capture the ancient wonders of the world in stunning panoramas. Harness the tenacious spirit of the arid deserts as you form Ever Shifting Sand Dunes. Hear the call of the wild as you chart the weathered rock and eroded slopes of the world’s most dramatic mountain peaks with Majestic Volcanos or Cliffs and Rocky Ranges. Unearth the mysteries that hide beneath the waves in Otherworldy Tide Pools.

Harrison breaks the most complicated scenes into mini-tutorials so you can master every detail with ease. You’ll also learn how to seamlessly layer everything together from the smallest shrubs to the largest canyons for picture-perfect drawings. No matter your age or skill level, all you need is a pen to bring the outdoors to life.