Coastal Wildflower Day

Coastal Wildflower Day

Sunday, April 23,  10am – 2pm

The mission of Coastal Wildflower Day is to inspire stewardship of diverse, interconnected ecosystems that support thriving coastal wildflower habitats and to celebrate the vital role of volunteer community restoration efforts at our Coastside State Parks, now and in the future.

Guided Walks

• Sequoia Audubon Bird Walk: 8am-10am – A Sequoia Audubon expert will lead you on a walk highlighting the birds and plants that make their homes in our coastal habitat.
• State Parks Nature Walks: 10:15am-11:00am & 11:15am-12pm –  State Parks interpreter Emily Richards and State Parks resource aid Ethan Rayner will lead you on walks highlighting the birds and plants that make their homes in our coastal habitat.

Interactive Booths

Learn about our diverse coastal ecosystems in the San Francisco Bay Area and what is being done to protect and preserve them. Try your hand at various interactive activities provided by State and National Park units, environmental groups and coastside community organizations.  Visit 12 booths, get your event ‘passport’ stamped, and redeem it for a small prize at the Francis Beach Visitor Center! A face painter will also be available on-site (fee required). Hands-on fun for all ages!

Native Plant Nursery

Native plants will be available for purchase at our Francis Beach volunteer-run nursery (cash, check, or credit card). The nursery will also provide sheet mulching demonstrations and native planting sessions for anyone to try! Native plant purchases support habitat restoration efforts at Half Moon Bay State Beach and other Coastside State Parks! Plants will cost $10 each or 5 for $40.00. Seeds packets will also be available for sale.