Photo of a large telescope, "Challenger" at the Fremont Peak Observatory in Fremont Peak State Park Read more about Fremont Peak Observatory – Public Programs

The Observatory is open to the public for scheduled viewing and educational programs. When the summer advection fog rolls in from Monterey Bay and covers the lights of Hollister and Gilroy, the skies above Fremont Peak are as dark and star-filled as any place to be... Read MoreRead more about Fremont Peak Observatory – Public Programs

A group of hikers is walking along a trail in Anderson Marsh SHP Read more about Nature Walks at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park

Monthly Guided Nature Walks will be held at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park on the second Saturday of each month, except for January and December. The Guided Walks are led by volunteer State Parks Docents, and provide an opportunity to observe wildlife at the Park... Read MoreRead more about Nature Walks at Anderson Marsh State Historic Park

A guide is talking about tidepools to a group of school children Read more about Day Trips for Schools at Mendocino Woodlands State Park

Discover the wild lands and rivers of the North Coast. Our naturalist/guides will help you custom build a trip, perfect for your group or organization. https://www.mendocinowoodlands.org/day-trips-for-schools Read MoreRead more about Day Trips for Schools at Mendocino Woodlands State Park

Photo of or from Hendy Woods State Park Read more about Reserve an In-Person Field Trip to Hendy Woods State Park

Located in Anderson Valley, along Highway 128, Hendy Woods is a great stop for those traveling any distance from inland locations to reach the coast. Our educational program offers guided redwood ecology hikes, nature journaling, and bird-watching expeditions as... Read MoreRead more about Reserve an In-Person Field Trip to Hendy Woods State Park