Learning about different tree species? How in-tree-guing! During this 1 mile walk, we’ll be chattin’ about a handful of trees that reside in the park, and giving you the tools you need to identify species during your future park visits. Beleaf us, it’ll be a great time! This free program will start in front of the Visitor Center and meander down River Trail and back through the Redwood Grove. Hard rain cancels! Hope to see you there! To RSVP click HERE.

The Wheelies recognize the best in advocacy, infrastructure, and community building in the world of active transportation across Santa Cruz County. We can't wait to see you there and to recognize the winners! Food! Presentations! Mixing! (and yes, we'll have plenty of secure bike parking!). Admission is free but space is limited, so reserve your spot today!! Woodhouse Blending & Brewing, 119 Madrone Street, Santa Cruz. RSVP HERE

Dr. Andrew T. Fisher has been a positive force in deep-sea research and teaching at University of California, Santa Cruz for more than 30 years. His work in the two connected worlds of the deep-sea and water/groundwater management provides a deep well of relevant material for sanctuary audiences. Dr. Fisher will provide a lecture showing and linking results from field and modeling studies to illustrate how novel tools and computing help to create new opportunities in sub-seafloor exploration and discovery. Join the lecture in person at the Sanctuary Exploration Center, 35 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, or join virtually. For more details and a link to register for the virtual option, go HERE

Fun for the Whole Family at Marine Science Fest. Hands-on Fun & Creativity: Leave your mark on our Community Mural, get hands-on with the Santa Cruz Maker Studio, and jump into Bubbles + Chalk play. Interactive Science: meet real UC Santa Cruz researchers, try your hand at a Ms. Blue Bone Restoration Activity, and explore Volunteer-Guided Ocean Learning Stations. Tours & Music: take in the sights with Ocean-View Docent Tours while enjoying Live Music. Eats & Shopping: Refuel at local Food Trucks and browse unique creations from local Craft Vendors. Location: 100 McAllister Way. Info and Tickets HERE.

Please join us for the 3rd annual Celebration of the Trees event,at the Y. This family-friendly event will include free fruit trees for Watsonville and Pajaro residents, tree care presentations, music, and lunch. Please RSVP to help us plan for lunch. We hope to see you there! At the YWCA in Watsonville, 340 East Beach Street. Info and RSVP HERE.