Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
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Saturday February 7 9:00am - 10:30am PST
Henry Cowell Redwoods Birdwatching
Join us to share an experience with resident and migratory birds around the park, learn about their life histories, ecology, identification tips and field markings, and even vocalizations!These programs typically follow up to 1 mile on easy to moderate park trails and m......More
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Saturday February 7 10:00am - 3:00pm PST
Volunteer Recruitment Fair
State Parks will host its second annual Volunteer Recruitment Fair on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Visitor Center at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in Felton. Attendees can meet staff and current volunteers from Big Basin, Castle Rock, Portola, Henr......More
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Saturday February 7 11:00am - 1:30pm PST
Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch
On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars if available. Sign up here! Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain can......More
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Saturday February 7 11:00am - 3:00pm PST
Life on the Ranch: A Living History Event
Step back in time at this living history event! Enjoy blacksmithing and machine shop demonstrations, tour through Victorian-era house museums, make fun crafts and play old-fashioned games! This event is fun for the whole family! Free event, $10 parking in day-use lot. ......More
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Saturday February 7 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST
Big Basin: Redwood Grove Guided Walk
Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk on a 0.6 mile, flat and easy trail designed for all ages. We will be covering the cultural hist......More
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Saturday February 7 12:00pm - 2:00pm PST
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - Redwood Tour
Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! Every Saturday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will be chatting about life his......More
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Saturday February 7 1:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Ranch History Tour: Wilder Ranch State Park
Want to learn about the rich dairy history of Wilder Ranch State Park? Dreamt of peeking inside our beautiful Victorian homes and barns? Join us weekly on Saturdays and Sundays for a 1.5 hour long tour of the historic buildings of Wilder Ranch!Meet at the visitor’s cent......More
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Sunday February 8 10:00am - 12:00pm PST
Guided Walk at Bean Hollow
Join a State Park Educator and enjoy the flora, fauna, and coastal views on this leisurely 1.5 mile out-and-back along the bluffs between Bean Hollow State Beach and Pebble Beach. Hike is mostly flat with some mild elevation gain and loss. In the springtime, this hike w......More
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Sunday February 8 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST
Big Basin: Redwood Grove Guided Walk
Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk on a 0.6 mile, flat and easy trail designed for all ages. We will be covering the cultural hist......More
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Sunday February 8 12:00pm - 2:00pm PST
Redwood Loop Tour - Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! Every Saturday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will be chatting about life his......More
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Sunday February 8 1:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Ranch History Tour: Wilder Ranch State Park
Want to learn about the rich dairy history of Wilder Ranch State Park? Dreamt of peeking inside our beautiful Victorian homes and barns? Join us weekly on Saturdays and Sundays for a 1.5 hour long tour of the historic buildings of Wilder Ranch!Meet at the visitor’s cent......More
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Sunday February 8 2:00pm - 2:45pm PST
Lighthouse History Walk
Join us for a 45 minute walking tour of the historic grounds of Pigeon Point Light Station. Hear tales of whalers, bootleggers, shipwrecks, the building of the lighthouse, the “Wickies” and their families, and the restoration of the tower. Visit the Fog Signal Building ......More
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Wednesday February 11 11:00am - 3:00pm PST
Ranch Kid Homeschool Day at Wilder Ranch
Homeschool families are invited to Wilder Ranch State Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 11, for Ranch Kid Homeschool Day! This special day is designed for homeschool students and their families to explore the historic heart of the park at their own pace wit......More
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Friday February 13 9:00am - 1:00pm PST
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 help each other spot and identify birds! Bring your binoculars if you have them, clothes for variable weather, and good wal......More
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Friday February 13 10:00am - 12:00pm PST
Henry Cowell - Fuel Reduction Workday
Fuel Reduction Workday – This is a Fuel Reduction Workday, in which we manually clear fallen debris in select areas of the Redwood Grove, and by doing so, reduce the fuel load and restore old-growth habitat. Park staff will facilitate organizing this debris into brush p......More
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Saturday February 14 10:00am - 12:00pm PST
Guided Walk at Gray Whale Cove
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 the California coast. From the trail you will be able to view evidence in the landscape of the Ocean Sho......More
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Saturday February 14 10:00am - 12:00pm PST
Sandhills Guided Hike
Hike around an ancient seafloor?! Yes please! On this 1.5 mile hike through the Santa Cruz Sandhills, we’ll be meandering through sandy soils on the mountain top, about 800′ above present-day sea level! Join us on the second Saturday each month at 10:00am to explore thi......More
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Saturday February 14 11:00am - 1:30pm PST
Guided Coastal Walk at Wilder Ranch
On this 2.5 mile family friendly walk, we’ll explore the plants, animals, and geology of our coastal bluffs. Bring water, hat, closed toe shoes, layered clothing, and binoculars if available. Sign up here! Meet next to park map in Wilder Ranch main parking lot. Rain can......More
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Saturday February 14 11:00am - 4:00pm PST
Migration Festival
Join State Parks for the 39th annual Migration Festival on Valentine’s Day, Saturday, Feb. 14. The event will feature more than 30 local organizations offering hands-on booths showcasing the many animals that migrate to and through Monterey Bay. Visitors can see live an......More
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Saturday February 14 12:00pm - 1:00pm PST
Big Basin: Redwood Grove Guided Walk
Come learn about the story of Big Basin: past, present, and future while wandering under the guardian old-growth redwoods that have seen it all! This program is a 1 hour walk on a 0.6 mile, flat and easy trail designed for all ages. We will be covering the cultural hist......More
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Saturday February 14 12:00pm - 2:00pm PST
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park - Redwood Tour
Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guaran-treed! Every Saturday at 12:00pm, we are taking folks on a guided walk through the Redwood Grove to talk about coast redwoods and to experience the forest together. On this 1-mile stroll, we will be chatting about life his......More
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Saturday February 14 1:00pm - 2:30pm PST
Ranch History Tour: Wilder Ranch State Park
Want to learn about the rich dairy history of Wilder Ranch State Park? Dreamt of peeking inside our beautiful Victorian homes and barns? Join us weekly on Saturdays and Sundays for a 1.5 hour long tour of the historic buildings of Wilder Ranch!Meet at the visitor’s cent......More