Community Day Free Admission!
2025-08-05 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | UCSC Arboretum, 120 Arboretum Road, Santa Cruz, CA, 95064, United States
Community Day Free Admission!
First Tuesdays, 9am – 5pm

The first Tuesday of each month, Community Day, the Arboretum is open and free for visitors.
See dates and times UC Santa Cruz Arboretum & Botanic Garden is open.
NOTE: Due to limited parking at the Arboretum and the popularity of Community Day, we greatly encourage visitors to carpool, bike, walk or use public transportation as much as possible.
https://arboretum.ucsc.edu/eventscalendar/events/recurring-events/community-day.html

Rancho del Oso Appreciation Day
2025-08-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Rancho del Oso, 3600 Hwy 1 at Waddell Creek, Davenport, CA, 95017, United States
Rancho del Oso Appreciation Day
Saturday, August 9, 10am through the afternoon
Rancho del Oso staff and the Waddell Creek Association invites you, nature lovers, art appreciators and history enthusiasts, to attend our very first Hulda Hoover McLean Appreciation Day at the RDO Nature and History Center.
We are thrilled to honor Hulda, who was the writer, artist, naturalist and civic leader whose former home has been the RDO Nature and History Center for 40 years. In the spirit of Hulda, we invite you to come celebrate art, nature and history in the Waddell Canyon.

Here is the itinerary for the day:
10am – The Nature and History Center will open. Enjoy the exhibits and meet the State Park staff and board members of the Waddell Creek Association.
11am – Diane West-Bourke will speak about her time as a naturalist interpreter at Rancho del Oso and share stories/memories of Hulda Hoover McLean
1pm – Watercolor Workshop led by Erika Perloff
1pm – Interactive guided interpretive walk “Through Hulda’s Eyes,” led by Diane West-Bourke
3pm – Nature Journaling Workshop led by State Park Interpreter Leslie Reyes
Space is limited for the afternoon watercolor and journaling workshops. Please pre-register here for these activities if you’d like to join. Just select the time under the event and it will take you to the sign-up page.
If you need more information or have questions please email ranchodeloso@ports-ca.us
We encourage you to come for all or any part of the day. Pack a lunch, enjoy the Nature Center’s exhibits and the trails at RDO, sign up for a workshop or enjoy a guided walk.
We hope to see you!

Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids Big Basin
2025-08-09 10:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-10 10:00 - 22:00 | Big Basin Park, 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Weekend Ranger Nature Programs for Kids, Big Basin Redwoods State Park– All Summer Long!
Saturdays and Sundays through August 31
Little Rangers ages 3–6 – Saturdays at 10:00 AM (30-minute program)
Perfect for children ages 3-6 and their families. Each session features a fun, engaging topic like “Furry Friends of the Forest” or “All About Banana Slugs.” Children must be accompanied by an adult. Register
Junior Rangers 7–12 – Sundays at 10:00 AM (1-hour program)
For kids ages 7–12, this is a drop-off program. Each week, Junior Rangers learn about the Redwoods with topics such as Tall Tree Tales or Fantastic Fire Caves through hands-on activities, games, and guided adventures. This one-hour experience gives kids a chance to connect with nature and earn an official Junior Ranger badge and other prizes. Register
All Little Rangers and Junior Rangers meet at the Visitor Center at Big Basin Redwoods State Park- Parents/guardians must be present at the start/end of the program to sign their Junior Rangers in and out. Parents/Guardians must stay for the little rangers program.
For more information, questions, or concerns, please contact bigbasin@ports-ca.us or call 669-899-1516For more information, questions, or concerns, please contact bigbasin@ports-ca.us or call 669-899-1516

Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow
2025-08-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Big Basin Park, 21600 Big Basin Way,, Boulder Creek, CA, 95006, United States
Guided Walk: Big Basin: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Saturdays 11am-12pm

Big Basin Redwoods State Park 21600 Big Basin Way, Boulder Creek, CA, United States

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 history of this unique area including Indigenous groups, loggers, and preservationists.
Of course, we will also discuss natural history such as the amazing coast redwood and the CZU Lightning Complex Fire as well as the future of our park.

Redwood Loop Tour Henry Cowell Redwoods
2025-08-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Henry Cowell State Park, 101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA, 95018, United States
Redwood Loop Tour – Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Sundays, February 16, 12 – 2pm

Coast Redwoods offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee! Every Sunday 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 histories, ecology, etc. and sharing a wonderful adventure among these giants.
Click here to RSVP. Let’s plan to meet in the front of the Visitor Center, we hope you can join us!
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
101 N Big Trees Park Road, Felton, CA 95018
