City of Carpinteria - AgeWell Walking Club
2026-06-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-09 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-23 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-30 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Carpinteria Community Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., Carpinteria, CA, 93103, United States
Meet, Greet & Move Your Feet!

The group meets on Tuesdays, 9 am at the Carpinteria Community Library.

For more information about the AgeWell program visit: https://carpinteriaca.gov/agewell/
Become an AgeWell member for free by signing up here: https://carpinteriaca.gov/agewell/become-a-member/

Morning Hike on Green Gate Loop
2026-06-05 09:00 - 11:00 | PWRQ+P7 Santa Ynez, California, PWRQ+P7 Santa Ynez, California, United States
This moderately challenging 2.8-mile route offers beautiful mountain and valley views, a great workout, and an opportunity to learn more about the Land Trust’s conservation connection with Midland School along the way. Space is limited — we’d love to see you there!

Sierra Club Hike - Friday Mornings
2026-06-05 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-12 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-19 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-06-26 09:30 - 12:00, 2026-07-03 09:30 - 12:00 | 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 repellent 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

Arroyo Hondo Preserve - Nature Hike
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:00 | 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 support Arroyo Hondo Preserve and 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/
The Arroyo Hondo Preserve is located west of Santa Barbara between Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park. The preserve is tucked into a magnificent canyon with winding trails, creeks, shady trees, and rewarding views. All 910 acres of Arroyo Hondo are protected forever and managed by the Land Trust. Due to the sensitivity of the canyon’s resources, dogs, mountain bikes, horses, hunting, fishing, and campfires are not allowed.
Directions to the Preserve: Traveling northbound on 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.
Book a Reservation
Visitors are welcome to join a 10 a.m. guided tour on Saturday or Sunday, the first and third full weekend of every month! Free online reservations are required in advance; spaces are limited.
Knowledgeable docents will lead you on a 2-hour natural history tour along Arroyo Hondo Creek. Learn about the plants and animals of the canyon as well as the fire and flood cycles that help keep the Preserve wild. View the historic Ortega Adobe, built in 1842, and once used as a stagecoach stop on the route between Lompoc and Santa Barbara.
Tours are approximately 1.5 miles over mostly flat terrain, including dirt, gravel, sand, and boards crossing the creek. Free parking, bathrooms, and water are available. To protect the Preserve’s natural habitat, dogs are not allowed.
To make your weekend tour reservation, select an open date on the calendar. You will receive a confirmation email with visit details. Reservations open one month in advance.
Guided tours for community groups of 10 or more are available on a limited basis, weekdays and weekends. To learn more about scheduling, please contact Leslie Chan at lchan@sblandtrust.org.
Environmental Education field trips are offered to schools for free— our calendar is full through the end of the 2025/2026 school year, but please contact Education Coordinator Sally Isaacson at volunteer@sblandtrust.org to learn more about scheduling a future trip.

Bird Walk – Birds & Brunch – More Mesa
2026-06-07 09:00 - 11:00 | More Mesa Open Space, 5200 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
Join SBAS board member and local wildlife biologist Ian Jackson on a bird walk exploring the diverse habitats of More Mesa, a beautiful coastal open space between Santa Barbara and Goleta. We’ll cover approximately 3 miles over mostly flat terrain (with a few steep hills to climb/descend) through riparian woodland, grassland, oak woodland, and coastal scrub habitats. Ian will help participants identify birds by sight and sound while sharing insights into their ecology and life histories. If we’re lucky, we’ll spot some locally uncommon species such as the chestnut-backed chickadee and the blue grosbeak!
The walk will be followed by an optional brunch at Brass Bird Coffee and Kitchen on upper State Street, where folks can connect, talk birds, discuss more ways to get involved with Santa Barbara Audubon, or just enjoy a chocolate croissant with good company.
No sign-up necessary.
Sunday, May 7, 2026 ~ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Directions
Take Patterson Avenue south and continue as the road bends to the left and becomes Shoreline Drive. We’ll meet at the broad road shoulder just past the driveway/entrance to the horse stables on your left, where there is parking available for several vehicles.
Other Information:
Bring water & a snack
Wear comfortable shoes
Binoculars are a must (borrow ours if you need to)
Spotting scopes are useful

Arroyo Hondo Preserve - Nature Hike
2026-06-07 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-05 10:00 - 12:00 | 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 support Arroyo Hondo Preserve and 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/
The Arroyo Hondo Preserve is located west of Santa Barbara between Refugio State Beach and Gaviota State Park. The preserve is tucked into a magnificent canyon with winding trails, creeks, shady trees, and rewarding views. All 910 acres of Arroyo Hondo are protected forever and managed by the Land Trust. Due to the sensitivity of the canyon’s resources, dogs, mountain bikes, horses, hunting, fishing, and campfires are not allowed.
Directions to the Preserve: Traveling northbound on 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.
Book a Reservation
Visitors are welcome to join a 10 a.m. guided tour on Saturday or Sunday, the first and third full weekend of every month! Free online reservations are required in advance; spaces are limited.
Knowledgeable docents will lead you on a 2-hour natural history tour along Arroyo Hondo Creek. Learn about the plants and animals of the canyon as well as the fire and flood cycles that help keep the Preserve wild. View the historic Ortega Adobe, built in 1842, and once used as a stagecoach stop on the route between Lompoc and Santa Barbara. Tours are approximately 1.5 miles over mostly flat terrain, including dirt, gravel, sand, and boards crossing the creek. Free parking, bathrooms, and water are available. To protect the Preserve’s natural habitat, dogs are not allowed.
To make your weekend tour reservation, select an open date on the calendar. You will receive a confirmation email with visit details. Reservations open one month in advance.
Guided tours for community groups of 10 or more are available on a limited basis, weekdays and weekends. To learn more about scheduling, please contact Leslie Chan at lchan@sblandtrust.org.
Environmental Education field trips are offered to schools for free— our calendar is full through the end of the 2025/2026 school year, but please contact Education Coordinator Sally Isaacson at volunteer@sblandtrust.org to learn more about scheduling a future trip.

Botanic Garden - Senior Day
2026-06-10 10:00 - 17:00 | 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, United States
Fresh air, open space, and the quiet beauty of California’s native plants — free Senior Days are designed with you in mind. Guests 60 and older receive free admission on select days throughout the year, made possible by the continued generosity of Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels.
It’s a chance to spend time outside, learn something new, and take in the changing seasons across the Garden’s living collection. Come for a walk, stay for the calm, and leave feeling refreshed.
Visit this page to make your reservation. A free senior ticket level will be available for each 2026 date in order to complete your reservation.
Remaining 2026 dates:

August 19, 2026
October 14, 2026
December 9, 2026

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 2026. These unique days often include programming just for seniors and their guests.
Location: Garden-wide Download Garden Map
For questions about Senior Day programming:
Please call 805-682-4726, ext. 138
Remember to wear comfortable walking shoes.
Our Sponsor:

Since 1924 Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels have been helping Santa Barbara area families celebrate life. We hope you will celebrate these special days in the Garden with your own family and friends.” – Steve Gibson

Cachuma Lake Recreation Area Nature Walks
2026-06-13 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-27 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-04 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 @ More Mesa
2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | More Mesa Open Space, 5200 Shoreline Dr, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111, United States
This event will be held in partnership with Healthy People Healthy Trails, the Santa Barbara County Trails Council, and the More Mesa Preservation Coalition. This will be a great opportunity to connect with each other in nature and discuss important priorities for the Central Coast with Assemblymember Gregg Hart. We will meet at the More Mesa Open Space Trailhead and set out on a scenic walk along the open space trails.
Saturday, June 13
10 am to noon.
Lake Los Carneros Park
Meet at the More Mesa Open Space Trailhead
Just past Shoreline Farms, near 5300 Shoreline Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
Street shoulder parking is available along Shoreline Drive.
Please bring water, sturdy shoes, and sunscreen. Feel free to share this invitation with anyone who may be interested.
For any questions, please contact Gunnar.Langenhuizen@asm.ca.gov.
The event will take roughly two hours and require about a mile of easy walking.

Guided Nature Hike - La Purisima Mission HSP
2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | La Purísima Mission State Historic Park, 2295 Purisima Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436, La Purísima Mission State Historic Park, 2295 Purisima Rd, Lompoc, CA 93436, United States
*Registration Required for this FREE event
To register for this hike and explore more exciting programs during California State Parks Week, please visit www.castateparksweek.org
ABOUT THE EVENT
Come explore La Purisima’s wild side with State Park Staff. Bring yourself and your family for an easy 2.5-mile engaging nature hike through the popular lower loop trail along the El Camino Real and Las Zanjas trail. We will be on the lookout for some of the local wildlife, native plants and historic features of La Purisima’s backcountry. Hope to see you there.
KEY DETAILS

Where to meet: At La Purisima Mission State Historic Park Visitor Center, located adjacent to the parking lot. Bathrooms are available outside the Visitor Center.
What to bring: Water, snacks, weather-appropriate attire, and comfortable walking shoes.
What to expect: Weather can vary from foggy to sunny. The trail is approximately 2.5 miles long, stroller-friendly, mostly flat, and features some soft sand with low rolling hills.
Dogs: Friendly, well-behaved dogs on leash are allowed. Owners will be required to pick up after their pets. Thank you for your cooperation.

Western Snowy Plover Tour at Coal Oil Point Reserve
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Coal Oil Point, 7060 Slough Road, Isla Vista, CA, 93117, United States
Join the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County on an exclusive tour led by our partners at Coal Oil Point Reserve to learn about the endangered Western Snowy Plover and their habitat!
Our docent for this tour is Cristina Sandoval, PhD, Director of the Reserve for 30 years! She and her experienced team will guide us around a full loop of Coal Oil Point Reserve. This tour will be 4 miles on mostly flat, but sandy terrain. The group must stay together and complete the entire tour. The initial descent onto the beach is a steep and sandy hill (~25ft). Please consider bringing hiking poles for extra stability, if desired.
Learn about coastal ecology, the history of Coal Oil Point, and, of course, the endangered (and adorable) Western Snowy Plover. Their nesting season runs from March to September, so there’s a chance we’ll see some tiny plover chicks running around the beach!
NO DOGS are allowed on this tour.
Prior reservations are required to attend this event.
Participants will be required to sign an additional online waiver from Coal Oil Point Reserve prior to attending.
Binoculars are recommended to see the birds.
Located in Goleta, California, Coal Oil Point Reserve is one of 41 reserves of the University of California Natural Reserve System (NRS). The NRS’s mission is to contribute to the understanding and wise management of the Earth and its natural systems by supporting university-level teaching, research, and public service in protected natural areas throughout California.

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.

Teen Hike & Tour at La Purísima with the YMCA
2026-06-19 09:45 - 12:30 | 515 W College Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436, 515 W College Ave, Lompoc, CA 93436, United States
Calling all teens! Join us for an exciting adventure at La Purisima Mission State Historic Park this Friday, June 19th!
🥾 Explore beautiful trails
🤝 Hang out with friends and meet new people
🌞 Enjoy the outdoors and make great memories
📅 Date: Friday, June 19
📍 Location: La Purisima Mission State Historic Park @lapurisimamission
Don’t miss this fun opportunity to hike, learn, and connect with other teens. Invite your friends and come ready for an awesome day!
Leave Lompoc YMCA at 9:45 am. Return at 12:30 pm. For more information, contact orion.welch@ciymca.org
#lompocymca #YMCA

Bird Walk – Birds & Brews - Douglas Preserve
2026-06-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Douglas Preserve, 2551 Medcliff Rd, Santa Barbara, CA, 93109, United States
Join SBAS for a golden hour bird walk at the Douglas Preserve, a 70-acre oceanfront open space gem in Santa Barbara. We’ll stroll the coastal bluffs, wander through the oak woodlands, and make our way down to the riparian habitats of Mesa and Arroyo Burro creeks, covering approximately 2 miles of mostly flat terrain with one hill to descend and climb back up. Trip leader and local wildlife biologist Ian Jackson will help participants identify birds by sight and sound along the way and share insights into their life histories and ecology.
The walk will be followed by an optional drink/bite at Topa Topa Brewery in the Funk Zone, where folks can connect, plan their next bird outing, or discuss more ways to get involved with Santa Barbara Audubon, all while enjoying a delicious beverage crafted by a company that supports local environmental issues and organizations.
No sign-up necessary.
Friday, June 25, 2026 ~ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Directions
Take Mesa Ln. South, then turn right onto Medcliff Rd. before you reach the Mesa Lane Steps. Continue on Medcliff until it dead ends at the Preserve entrance, where parking is available on the street.
Other Information:
Bring water

Dunes Center | Point Sal Docent-Led Community Hike
2026-06-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Point Sal Trailhead, Brown Rd, Guadalupe, CA, 93434, United States
Point Sal is part of the ancestral territory of the Chumash people and holds great historical and cultural significance. The Point Sal State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA) proposal is co-sponsored by the Northern Chumash Tribal Council and seeks to enhance Tribal co-stewardship. The Dunes Center is working in collaboration with the Natural Resource Defense Council as well as the Northern Chumash Tribal Council to advocate for the designation of Point Sal as a State Marine Conservation Area! Below are some facts that we will explore further on our hike:

Designating this MPA would honor and strengthen Chumash stewardship of their ancestral waters, and elevate historical and present-day Chumash connections to the region.
Point Sal is exceptionally rich in ecological resources, supporting diverse marine wildlife and habitats—including kelp beds, rocky reefs, tide pools, sandy beaches, a migratory whale corridor, a critical larval retention zone, and a seabird and sea lion rookery.
Point Sal is an important area for baby fish and invertebrates in their earliest life stages. Protecting it would help maintain these populations and boost ecosystem health.
Because Point Sal is remote and accessible only by trail, it remains relatively pristine and healthy. Safeguarding areas like Point Sal is increasingly important amid warming waters, shifting ocean conditions, and expanding uses such as aquaculture, offshore wind, and continued oil and gas activity
By adding Point Sal to the state’s MPA network, Central California’s coast will benefit from increased habitat connectivity, representation, and replication – all key to increasing biodiversity in our waters.

Public access to Point Sal SB is available via Brown Road. No civilian access is available through Vandenberg Space Force Base. Motor vehicle access, bicycle access, and camping are not permitted. Access is from sunrise to sunset for recreational purposes only.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to get ready for this scenic adventure 🏞️
Don’t miss out on the stunning views and insights into nature. See you on the trail!
📅 Date: Saturday, June 27th, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:00 AM
📍 Meet at: Point Sal Trailhead (Brown Rd)
What to bring:
✔ Sturdy shoes 👟 (seriously, you’ll need ‘em)
✔ Water 💧 (stay hydrated, friends!)
✔ Layers ☀️🌬 (coastal weather can be sneaky)
Ready to hit the trail? Secure your spot by registering with the link below and let’s make this an awesome day outside!
🌱 Ticket Information:

$5 for Members: For your convenience, we will verify that your membership is current!
$10 for Non-Members: Not a member yet? Join today for as little as $50/year and enjoy discounted event tickets, exclusive perks, and the chance to support our mission of conserving and celebrating the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes!

Wildlife & Vernal Pools Walk at More Mesa!
2026-06-30 17:30 - 19:30 | 1095 Mockingbird Lane Santa Barbara, CA 93110, 1095 Mockingbird Lane, Santa Barbara, CA, 93110, United States
Join the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County on Tuesday, June 30th from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm for an educational evening tour of More Mesa to learn about its wildlife and vernal pools!
Our tour leaders, Joanna Tang and Stephanie Ma Lucero, both received their PhDs in ecology at UCSB and work for Vollmar Natural Lands Consulting as local ecologists. Their graduate research focused on the process of habitat restoration and stewardship.
Joanna specifically studied the restoration of vernal pool wetlands, and More Mesa is home to one of the last remnant vernal pools in the County, which harbors unique species such as popcorn flower and clam shrimp.
Stephanie studied the restoration of coastal sage scrub ecosystems, another distinctive southern California ecosystem found at More Mesa.
More Mesa is special because it’s one of the last largest undeveloped coastlines in the County, providing a precious refuge for many native plants and animals. It also harbors many nonnative, invasive species, like Harding grass that was brought in for livestock grazing. More Mesa provides a great opportunity for you to spend more time in nature, learning about the treasures it has to offer and actively helping steward and restore your local ecosystem.
This tour will be roughly 1.5-2 miles round trip on mostly flat, sandy terrain. Please consider bringing hiking poles for extra stability, if desired.
Get outside with us! The Land Trust offers a number of free, guided public hikes and other outdoor experiences around Santa Barbara County. Join us for a volunteer day, explore beautiful places, and learn how you can support conservation work in your community!
