[…]park donation fees all go to help preserve, protect, and restore our natural resources. Connect to nature, connect to yourself – find space for self-reflection, inner growth and a profound connection to your authentic self. Grab your friends and family and meet us in nature! Back To Nature Tour […]
[…]For a more relaxed option, head over to the Sweet Springs Preserve and do some bird watching or nature photography. Rooms The Back Bay Inn has 16 rooms and suites for guests to choose from. Offering both downstairs and upstairs rooms, you can also choose from rooms with large patios, […]
[…]due to the COVID-19 pandemic start to lift, shorter road trips might be the perfect stepping stone to ease your way back into the groove.According to an MMGY Global Travel Intention Pulse Survey with the U.S. Travel Association, 68% of consumers feel safe in their cars, foreshadowing a possible boom […]
[…]some are private residences. All can be enjoyed from the street. Stewardship travelers are invited to take the tour and explore ways they can connect with the community on a more meaningful […]
[…]will start at Avila Beach Paddlesports where the friendly staff will give you directions on how to paddle to the Port San Luis Lighthouse. Once you arrive to the Lighthouse climb the stairs to experience scenic coastal views and the beautifully refurbished lighthouse. While you can’t tour the Port San […]
[…]to protect the natural abundance and life of its 32 acres of open space. With that in mind, visitors to the preserve should plan to be hands-off with wildlife, and extremely mindful of their impact here. Habitat loss and invasive species have endangered several species at Sweet Springs, all of […]
[…]Volunteers. All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. These fun, free programs are exploratory in nature, revolving around cultural and natural resources in the coastal California State Parks in San Luis Obispo County. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed. Some adventures are wheelchair accessible, please look for the “WA” […]
[…]Volunteers. All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. These fun, free programs are exploratory in nature, revolving around cultural and natural resources in the coastal California State Parks in San Luis Obispo County. Unfortunately dogs are not allowed. Some adventures are wheelchair accessible, please look for the “WA” […]
[…]Nature Preserve Nearby vacation rental has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This property is set up to accommodate up to 9 people. The primary bedroom has a queen size bed. The second bedroom also has a queen bed plus an extra long twin bed. The third bedroom has two twin […]
[…]with Nature Series presented by The Central Coast State Parks Associations. Adventures with Nature are docent-led hikes, classes and workshops open to all ages and generally free! With over 150 programs offered throughout the year, there is sure to be something for everyone. Unfortunately dogs are not welcome. Select adventures […]
[…]9:30am and lasts 1-1.5 hours. For more information visit the website. The Elfin Forest is open to the public from 6am to 10pm daily. It offers great handicap accessible boardwalks via 16th Street. Stewardship travelers are invited to come explore this diverse habitat and learn what makes it […]
[…]the preserve, and many shorebirds and ducks spend their winter in the adjoining bay. From late October into March, monarch butterflies traditionally cluster here. The 24-acre preserve is the home of several threatened and endangered species, and no plants or animals may be collected. The reintroduction of native species is […]
[…]surf fishing, kite surfing, horseback riding, and digging for the famous Pismo clam. Visit the Nature Center, located across from the kiosk and tour the California Native plant garden spread out around the lagoon trail. Pismo is also the only beach in California where it is permitted to drive a […]
My gallery is located in Cambria, CA. I offer a wide selection of nature photos from all over the USA. They are limited editions, signed and […]
[…]Docent Walk Schedule page of Cambria Ranch Walks. Walks are generally held on Saturday or Sunday, topics of discussion vary and the walk is led by an expert in the field. The walk is limited to 25 people so reservations are required and can be made by calling (805) 927-2202 or […]
[…]the marine life that inhabit the near-shore waters, native and non-native plants, or prehistoric and cultural history. These guided walks last 1-2 hours and are not physically strenuous, but do require the ability to walk over uneven ground. The walks are very informal and allow for participants to ask questions […]
[…]while not feeling overcrowded! Learn about a little bit of everything, from Native American history to oceanography. Admission is free for children; otherwise, it’s just a few dollars a person, a very affordable price for the family fun you’ll encounter. Even if a killer view of the bay is all […]
[…]and Monterey pine forest. Benches stand along the nearly 8 miles of hiking trails for visitors to rest and enjoy the scenery. Some of these trails travel across broad bluffs while others meander through pine and oak forest, freshwater marshes and wetlands. Spy a red-legged frog, western pond turtle, great […]
[…]plus a native Monterey pine forest—one of five remaining in the world.Tip: Seeking an epic photo to share with friends back home? Climb the preserve’s 200-foot coastal ridge, where migrating whales, birds, and playful otters frolic below.Uncrowded fun: Wine tasting is always relaxing and tasteful in artistic and eclectic Cambria. […]
[…]Travel up a winding country road covered with oak trees and Spanish moss. At the summit, be sure to stop and breathe in the mountain view. (On a clear day, you can see all the way north, back toward Cambria, your departure point.) Descending the summit, be aware that a section […]
