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February 2019
Santa Cruz Burger Week at Bruno’s!
Come try the new "Savage Burger" created by Ro for Santa Cruz Burger Week this year and it includes a new "Feisty" sauce! We'll also be serving last year's crowd favorite "The Bad Boy". The Savage $12 served with fries: 1/3 lb beef patty American cheese Pepper jack cheese Beef hot dog Bacon Crispy deep fried onions Lettuce Tomatoes Feisty sauce The Bad Boy $10 served with fries: 1/2 lb prime rib burger Smoked gouda cheese Bourbon bacon jam Lettuce…
Find out more »Guided Elephant Seal Walks
Journey to view a large colony of Northern elephant seals, guided by your docent naturalist on this moderate 3-mile, 2.5 hour adventure. In the month of December, male elephant seals, or bulls, arrive along the shore of Año Nuevo State Park to establish hierarchy, while pregnant females come ashore to birth to their pups. These popular guided walks take place rain or shine, so be prepared for windy, rainy conditions as well as muddy trails. Layered clothing, sturdy shoes, and…
Find out more »Pine Needle Basket Making Workshop
Join docent Cheryl VanDeVeer for a marvelous family workshop learning how to make a basket from local ponderosa pine needles. Children 10 and older may attend if accompanied by an adult. No experience necessary. Meet at the visitor center. For more information, please call (831) 335-7077. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10. E
Find out more »We Bring the Sandhills to You!
Discover the Santa Cruz Sandhills formation—its fossils, its unique plants and animals, and how fire plays a role in preserving this special habitat—at our Sandhills Mobile Visitor Center in the parking lot next to the Nature Store. For more information, please call (831) 335-7077. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10. Event made possible by Mountain Parks Foundation and California State Parks.
Find out more »Castle Rock Loop
Join us on a 2-mile, 2-hour hike to Castle Rock and Castle Rock Falls. During this trip, we will discuss Castle Rock’s unique geology, plant diversity, human impacts, and various important preservationists that helped give Castle Rock State Park the protections we have today. Bring water, closed toe shoes, camera, and snacks. Meet at kiosk. For more information, call (831) 291-8273. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10.
Find out more »Old-Growth Redwood Tours
Are there different kinds of redwoods? How do coastal redwoods grow to become the tallest organisms on earth? Why are there so few old growth trees left? How important are banana slugs to the redwood ecosystems? Answer these questions and more every Saturday on our Redwood Grove Walks. One of our knowledgeable and friendly docents will lead you through the wondrous old growth forest and answer any questions you may have. Meet at the visitor center. For more information, please…
Find out more »Snakes Alive!
Why are snakes important to us? How do they see, smell, taste, and hear? What and how do they eat? What does a snake feel like? Come to the Sempervirens Room at park headquarters, meet docent Diane Shaw and her snake, and learn about the fascinating world of snakes. For more information, call (831) 338-8883. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10.
Find out more »Ranch Tours
Discover what life was like a century ago on this innovative dairy ranch. This hour-long tour includes the 1897 Victorian home, 1859 Gothic Revival farmhouse, 1896 water-powered machine shop, barns and other historic buildings. For more information, call (831) 426-0505. Event free. Day use parking fee is $10.
Find out more »Redwood Grove Loop Walk
How do these grand redwoods grow to be so old? So tall? How are they important to humans?Join us for this fun and informative guided half-mile stroll through a magnificent old-growth redwood forest. Meet the famous Mother Tree, the Father of the Forest and the incredible Chimney Tree on this 90-minute walk. Stroller and wheelchair accessible. Bring water and good walking shoes. Meet at park headquarters. For more information, call (831) 338-8883. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10.
Find out more »Spindling: From Fluff to Stuff
Learn to spin wool roving into a rustic yarn on a drop spindle—a simple, portable tool which originated thousands of years ago. Connect with your ancestors while learning this relaxing and meditative craft. All materials will be provided. This class is for the absolute beginner. Class size is limited to the first 8 people. Suitable for children 9 years and up. Register online at https://santacruzpl.libcal.com/event/5049932 For more information contact Julie Soto 831-427-7700 ext: 7649 ([email protected]) or the Live Oak Branch…
Find out more »The Road Less Traveled: A Dog-Friendly Walk
On this dog-friendly walk, we travel North Escape Road, a paved road closed to traffic. We tour stunning old-growth redwood groves along beautiful Opal Creek. We'll discuss redwood ecology and park history while exploring the deep shade of the redwood forest. This is a fun and easy, 3-mile, 2-hour walk with docent Diane Shaw. Dogs not required, but welcome! Bring water. Meet at park headquarters. For more information, call (831) 338-8883. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10.
Find out more »Coffee Talk and Crafts
Come to the Sempervirens Room next to park headquarters for free coffee or hot chocolate! This is a great way to start your day in Big Basin. Docents will be happy to answer your questions about the park and help get you going on the right trail. And bring the kids for a fun craft activity! For more information, call (831) 338-8883. Event free. Vehicle day use fee is $10.
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