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Sierra Club Hike - Weekly on Friday Mornings
2024-06-28 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-07-19 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-07-26 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-02 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-09 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-16 09:30 - 12:00, 2024-08-23 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | SB Mission, Laguna & Los Olivos St, Santa Barbara, CA, SB Mission, Laguna & Los Olivos St, Santa Barbara, CA, CA, United States
We meet at the fountain in front of the mission at 9:30 AM in the morning for the morning hike. These hikes are on the front country trails behind Santa Barbara and Montecito. Dress appropriately with hiking boots, comfortable clothes and bring at least a liter of water in your backpack or fanny pack. Bring sunscreen and bug repellant when necessary. The morning hike leaves at 9:30 AM SHARP and we get back between 11:30 AM and noon. There are no dogs allowed on the hikes for safety concerns. The hike is approximately 4 miles, 2 miles up and 2 miles back. These hikes are appropriate for beginners in good health. We will carpool to the hike from the mission. If you decide to ride with someone please be kind enough to give the driver a dollar per person for their trouble and gas. For more information contact the leader Al Sladek at alsladek@gmail.com

Carpinteria Salt Marsh Nature Park - Weekly on Saturdays
2024-06-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-07-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-17 10:00 - 11:30 | Sandyland and Ash Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013, Sandyland and Ash Avenue, Carpinteria, CA 93013, CA, United States
Carpinteria Salt Marsh Park—Saturdays, 10 AM—Sandyland and Ash Avenue, Carpinteria. Free docent-led tours every Saturday (rain cancels). Meet at the corner of Sandyland and Ash Avenue.

Contact 805.886.4382

Weekly on Saturdays.

Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Nature Walks
2024-06-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-07-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-07-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-17 10:00 - 11:30, 2024-08-24 10:00 - 11:30 | 1 Lakeview Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93105, 1 Lakeview Dr. Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States
Reservations are required by calling (805) 688-4515.

First come, first served. Available for ages 3 and older. No pets, please. Free to campers or free with the $10 park entrance fee for day-use visitors. There are also miles of trails for self-guided hikes within the park. Trail maps are available at the Main Gate.

Private guided walks outside of these times are also available depending upon staff availability and have a $30 group fee.

Hike With Hart @ North Campus Open Space
2024-06-29 12:00 - 14:00 | 6969 Whittier Drive Goleta, CA 93117, 6969 Whittier Drive Goleta, CA 93117, United States
The event allows constituents to connect with Assemblymember Hart while appreciating one of the many remarkable trails in Santa Barbara County. All community members are invited to participate in this nature walk with Assemblymember Hart.

Saturday, June 29
12 – 2 p.m.
UCSB North Campus Open Space
6969 Whittier Drive, Goleta, CA 93117

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Parking is available in the lot next to the trailhead. If no parking is available in the lot, substantial street parking should be available adjacent to the trail.

Questions? Contact Gunnar.Langenhuizen@asm.ca.gov.

The event will take roughly two hours and require about a mile of easy walking.

Urban Creeks Hike: San Antonio Creek Trail!
2024-07-19 09:00 - 11:30 | San Antonio Creek Trailhead, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, San Antonio Creek Trailhead, Santa Barbara, CA 93111, United States
In our discovery walk, we will tune our senses to the natural world and explore answers to questions that nature evokes in us to help develop a greater sense of wonder of nature around us. We will pay special attention to plant life’s diversity and look for signs of wildlife.

This slow-paced 2 to 3 mile family-friendly walk is on fairly level terrain. Restrooms and water are available at the dedicated parking lot. The trail combines shaded and exposed, with minor elevation gains. There are a few creek crossings, so good hiking shoes are recommended. Please no dogs on this hike.

Kathleen Goddard Jones Memorial Docent-led Hike at Black Lake
2024-07-20 09:00 - 12:00 | 1158 Cabrillo Hwy, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, 1158 Cabrillo Hwy, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, United States
Date: Saturday, July 20, 2024 Time: 9:00am Location: Black Lake, Kathleen’s Canyon Overlook (corner of Callendar Rd and Hwy 1)
Gates will be opened for ample parking.
In collaboration with The Land Conservancy, explore the breathtaking Black Lake Ecological Area or Kathleen Canyon Overlook in celebration of Kathleen Goddard Jones’ birthday.
Bring water, a light jacket, and closed-toe shoes.
Event registration: $5 Nonmembers: $10
Become a member for $55 (individual) or $75 (family) and enjoy discounted hikes all year! Sign up now and enjoy nature with us! https://checkout.square.site/merchant/4NPERD1J8349Y/checkout/BQSXAHRBT45S6O526K5UT7IE

Arroyo Hondo Preserve - Nature Hike
2024-07-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-03 10:00 - 11:30 | 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, United States
Free docent-led nature hikes are offered at 10:00 am on Saturdays of open weekends. Visitors can also hike on their own on these days. Hikes are free of charge; however, donations to help support Arroyo Hondo Preserve and the work of the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County are gratefully accepted. Everyone is welcome to visit the Preserve to hike, picnic, paint, volunteer, or research, but advance reservations are required.

Online reservations can be made here: https://www.sblandtrust.org/arroyo-hondo-preserve-reservations/

Due to the sensitivity of the resources in the canyon, dogs, mountain bikes, horses, hunting, fishing, and campfires are not allowed.

Directions to the Preserve
Traveling northbound on the U.S. Highway 101: The Preserve is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara. Approximately 4 miles past Refugio State Beach, you will see a blue “Rest Area in 7 miles” sign followed closely by a yellow warning sign about falling rocks. The entrance to Arroyo Hondo is in 1/2 mile and will be visible on the right at the bottom of the hill. Make a right-hand turn into the driveway. Come down the driveway, cross the bridge on the right and park near the barn.

Arroyo Hondo Preserve - Nature Hike
2024-07-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-04 10:00 - 11:30 | 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, 15550 El Camino Real, Goleta, CA 93117, United States
Free docent-led nature hikes are offered at 10:00 am on Sundays of open weekends. Visitors can also hike on their own on these days. Hikes are free of charge; however, donations to help support Arroyo Hondo Preserve and the work of the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County are gratefully accepted. Everyone is welcome to visit the Preserve to hike, picnic, paint, volunteer, or research, but advance reservations are required.

Online reservations can be made here: https://www.sblandtrust.org/arroyo-hondo-preserve-reservations/

Due to the sensitivity of the resources in the canyon, dogs, mountain bikes, horses, hunting, fishing, and campfires are not allowed.

Directions to the Preserve
Traveling northbound on the U.S. Highway 101: The Preserve is about a 30-minute drive from downtown Santa Barbara. Approximately 4 miles past Refugio State Beach, you will see a blue “Rest Area in 7 miles” sign followed closely by a yellow warning sign about falling rocks. The entrance to Arroyo Hondo is in 1/2 mile and will be visible on the right at the bottom of the hill. Make a right-hand turn into the driveway. Come down the driveway, cross the bridge on the right and park near the barn.

Secret Summerland Hike!
2024-07-24 09:00 - 11:30 | 340 Toro Canyon Road Carpinteria, CA 93013, 340 Toro Canyon Road Carpinteria, CA 93013, United States
We will explore the trails less traveled in Carpinteria and Summerland, learn about native and non-native plants, and pass by beautiful neighborhoods, orchards, and lush foliage by a private polo field.
The trail is a mix of exposed and shaded. A bathroom and water are available at the meeting spot. Dogs are not allowed on this Trek.

Exploring the Trails of Orcutt
2024-08-03 09:00 - 11:30 | 5800 South Bradley Road Orcutt, CA 93455, 5800 South Bradley Road Orcutt, CA 93455, United States
The trails are mostly exposed. There are some moderate elevation gains throughout the hike, so good balance is required. Bathrooms are available at the meeting location.

Land Trust Treks are a free, public series of guided hikes for the community to explore scenic Santa Barbara County and to meet your local Land Trust.

¡Sean parte de nuestro Trek bilingüe este sábado, 3 de agosto de las 9 am hacia 11:30 am en Orcutt Hills Open Space! Caminaremos por 3 millas por los caminos de Orcutt. Los participantes podran disfrutar las maravillas naturales de este lugar! Lossenderos tienen poca sombra y estan expuestos al sol. El sendero es inclinado es ciertas partes. Se encuentran baños públicos y agua en el lugar de reunion.

Land Trust Treks es una serie de caminatas y eventos al aire libre gratuitas para que nuestras comunidades exploren el paisaje del Condado de Santa Barbara y conozcan a nuestra organización.

Botanic Garden - Senior Day
2024-08-14 00:00 | 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States
The Garden’s 78 acres encompass a variety of cultivated displays as well as stands of natural coast live oak and riparian woodlands.

For the eighth year in a row, our generous sponsor, Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels, is providing six free admission days to seniors 60 years of age and better in 2024. These unique days often include programming just for seniors and their guests.
Location: Garden-wide & Blaksley Library

Download Garden Map
Click here to make a reservation. Please use “SFD2024” (case sensitive) when prompted for a code upon completing the order.
For detailed instructions on making a reservation on Free Senior Day, please visit our FAQ page here.
Upcoming free Senior Days include

June 21, 2024
August 14, 2024
October 9, 2024
December 11, 2024

For questions about Senior Day programming:
Please call 805-682-4726, ext. 138
Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes.
