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Sutter’s Fort Through Time – Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park – 05/22/2024 09:00 AM

The diversity of California, today, is rooted in the events Sutter’s Fort is connected to in the 1840s. By looking at the significant events associated...

ZINE Workshop at Los Encinos State Historic Park – 04/29/2024 01:30 PM

The 90s are making a comeback and we are here for it. Join us at Los Encinos State Historic Park for a PORTScast program where...

Jellies; Sensational, Stinging, Survivalists – 06/05/2024 01:00 PM

“Step Back In Time” at La Purisima Mission SHP – 05/03/2024 11:00 AM

Join park interpretive staff as they virtually tour through La Purisima Mission which is considered the most restored mission in California. Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov...

Honoring AAPI Heritage Month at Angel Island State Park – 05/03/2024 09:00 AM

Honor the history and diversity of the Asian American Pacific Islander immigrants that passed through the Angel Island Immigration Station from 1910-1940. Join Angel Island...

Flat Stanley Discovers Pioneer Living at Ide Adobe State Historic Park – 05/02/2024 11:00 AM

Travel back in time with Flat Stanley to experience life in 1850s pioneer California at Ide Adobe State Historic Park. Students will learn how pioneers...

History of Cinco De Mayo at Columbia State Historic Park – 05/02/2024 09:00 AM

Come explore the history of Cinco De Mayo and the first recorded place it was celebrated in the United States, Columbia, California! We will explore...

Watersheds: Where Does The Rain Go? – 05/03/2024 10:00 AM

Time to talk all things watersheds. What is a watershed? What travels through a watershed? And how can I steward my watershed? Answers coming your...

Be the Solution to Plastic Pollution at Morro Bay State Park – 06/06/2024 12:00 PM

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Cultivating History: Grapes at Los Encinos State Historic Park – 05/07/2024 09:00 AM

We are finishing this season Los Encinos Cultivating History Series with Mission Grapes. – I have grape expectations for this program and you should too....

WORLD OCEAN WEEK: Why the Ocean needs the Forest and the Forest needs the Ocean! – 06/04/2024 11:00 AM

Join Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Interpreter, Kyle Buchanan, for a program outlining the connections between the Pacific Ocean and Coastal Redwood Forest! Everything has...

WORLD OCEAN WEEK: Marine Biomimicry – 06/04/2024 10:00 AM

Join the Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Interpreter, Kyle Buchanan, for a conversation regarding Biomimicry. And not only any Biomimicry, but Marine Biomimicry! Ultimately, the...

Tidepool Animal Incredible Adaptations in Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area – 05/20/2024 10:00 AM

Join us on a 45-minute virtual field trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) to learn about tidepool habitats and the incredible...

Since Time Immemorial – 05/13/2024 09:30 AM

Description: Join State Park Interpreter, Cochise Nez, for a 45-minute virtual walk-through of Sue-meg Village at Sue-meg State Park. Explore the Sweat House, Living House,...

The Smallest Superheroes at Bidwell Sacramento River State Park – 04/30/2024 11:00 AM

 Step into the world of decomposers and explore the tiny but mighty creatures living in and on the dirt. These little superheroes support the web...

WORLD OCEAN WEEK: Tidepool Exploration at Natural Bridges State Beach – 06/06/2024 11:00 AM

Join a California State Parks Interpreter to explore the tidepool shelf at Natural Bridges State Beach. Learn about the different tidepool habitats and the incredible...

Tidepool Exploration at Natural Bridges State Beach – 05/09/2024 09:00 AM

Join a California State Parks Interpreter to explore the tidepool shelf at Natural Bridges State Beach. Learn about the different tidepool habitats and the incredible...

WORLD OCEAN WEEK: The Ocean is Moving In and Our Choices Matter! – 06/03/2024 10:30 AM

Learn about sea level rise along the California coast and what we can do to be ocean ambassadors. Join us from Torrey Pines State Beach...

Urban Wildlife: Ducks at Los Encinos State Historic Park – 05/28/2024 09:00 AM

QUACK! We are finishing this season of Los Encinos SHP Urban Wildlife Series with one of our favorite residents. DUCKS! – Delve into the world...

Voices of the Gold Rush Past: Shasta State Historic Park Cemetary Tour – 05/16/2024 01:15 PM

Experience a unique opportunity to explore the Union Cemetery and the histories of the pioneers that are buried there. A closer look at these past...

Horses to Horsepower: Building the Transcontinental Railroad – 05/02/2024 09:00 AM

Hop on board the Horses to Horsepower Program at the California State Railroad Museum to experience what it was like to build the nation’s first Transcontinental Railroad!...

How the Discovery of Gold Changed the Cultural Face of California (Marshall Gold Discovery SHP) – 05/22/2024 10:00 AM

Join us at Marshall Gold Discovery SHP as we explore the history of the Coloma Valley before, during and after the Gold Discovery. We will...

How the Discovery of Gold Changed the Cultural Face of California (Marshall Gold Discovery SHP) – 05/08/2024 10:00 AM

Join us at Marshall Gold Discovery SHP as we explore the history of the Coloma Valley before, during and after the Gold Discovery. We will...

WORLD OCEAN WEEK! Mysteries of the Octopus: Adaptations and the Life Cycle of a Curious Marine Invertebrate! – 06/03/2024 09:00 AM

Unlock the mysteries of one of the world’s most fascinating organisms, the octopus! Join Park Interpreter Alex on the California coast for an engaging virtual...

Mysteries of the Octopus: Adaptations and the Life Cycle of a Curious Marine Invertebrate – 05/24/2024 09:00 AM

Unlock the mysteries of one of the world’s most fascinating organisms, the octopus! Join Park Interpreter Alex on the California coast for an engaging virtual...

Make an Adobe Brick with Monterey State Historic Park – 05/14/2024 01:30 PM

Join us at Monterey State Historic Park for a 30 minute program all about adobe- the building blocks of Old California! Learn about the materials...

Saving Sea Stars in Mendocino Coast’s Marine Protected Area

Become a Climate Steward with Gaviota State Park!

Monterey Custom House: Trade and Government in Alta California

WORLD OCEAN WEEK: Let’s not be crabby with Gaviota State Park! – 06/07/2024 01:00 PM

Join us at Gaviota State Park for waves of fun with our favorite arthropod: the crab! Together we’ll discover a bit about this majestic arthropod,...

Get Groovy with the Wavy Turban snail at Gaviota State Park! – 05/23/2024 10:30 AM

Join us at Gaviota State Park for waves of fun with our favorite creature: the wavy turban snail! Together we’ll discover a bit about this...

“The Hidden Forest” Storytime at Point Lobos SNR! – 05/09/2024 01:00 PM

Join California State Parks Interpreter Isabella in reading the story book “The Hidden Forest” by Jeannie Baker! Students will follow along in the sweet story...

Sea Otters at Morro Bay State Park – 05/22/2024 11:00 AM

Morro Bay State Park is located on California’s beautiful central coast and features wetlands, mudflats, coastal scrub and more! Many different animals and plants call...

In Person Field Trip to Hendy Woods State Park

The Smallest Superheroes at Lake Oroville State Recreation Area – 05/21/2024 11:00 AM

Step into the world of decomposers and explore the tiny but mighty creatures living in and on the dirt. These little superheroes support the web...