Join Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Interpreter, Kyle Buchanan, for a program outlining the connections between the Pacific Ocean and Coastal Redwood Forest! Everything has to do with everything.Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about...
Join the Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park Interpreter, Kyle Buchanan, for a conversation regarding Biomimicry. And not only any Biomimicry, but Marine Biomimicry! Ultimately, the outcomes are endless when we decide to learn from the world around us! Visit our...
Join us on a 45-minute virtual field trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) to learn about tidepool habitats and the incredible adaptations that tidepool animals use to survive in a harsh environment where land meets the sea! Students will...
Description: Join State Park Interpreter, Cochise Nez, for a 45-minute virtual walk-through of Sue-meg Village at Sue-meg State Park. Explore the Sweat House, Living House, and Dress House, and learn about Yurok culture and the significance of the people and place...
Step into the world of decomposers and explore the tiny but mighty creatures living in and on the dirt. These little superheroes support the web of life as they naturally recycle nutrients and organic materials to create healthy soil and habitats. Visit our website...
Join a California State Parks Interpreter to explore the tidepool shelf at Natural Bridges State Beach. Learn about the different tidepool habitats and the incredible animals that call them home!Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about...
Join a California State Parks Interpreter to explore the tidepool shelf at Natural Bridges State Beach. Learn about the different tidepool habitats and the incredible animals that call them home!Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about...
Learn about sea level rise along the California coast and what we can do to be ocean ambassadors. Join us from Torrey Pines State Beach where we will see impacts from sea level rise, what California State Parks is doing to protect the shoreline and how you can be a...
Spring time is an exciting time of year at Point Lobos! Harbor seals come ashore to have their pups. Join Interpreters Ashley and Isabella to take a closer look at the adaptations of these unique animals and how being in a marine reserve helps these animals survive....
QUACK! We are finishing this season of Los Encinos SHP Urban Wildlife Series with one of our favorite residents. DUCKS! – Delve into the world of ducks residing in our pond – from the classic Mallard to the charming American Wigeons and trendy Ring-necked Ducks....
We are finishing this season Los Encinos Cultivating History Series with Mission Grapes. – I have grape expectations for this program and you should too. Grapes are some of the oldest domesticated crops that started their cultivation journey around 6,000-8,000...
Experience a unique opportunity to explore the Union Cemetery and the histories of the pioneers that are buried there. A closer look at these past Shasta residents provides a fuller look into what it was like to live in the bustling Gold Rush City of Shasta during the...
Join us virtually at La Purisima Mission State Historic Park to explore the ancestral and modern life of the Chumash culture and people.Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about California State Parks’ PORTScast Programs. Follow us on...
Hop on board the Horses to Horsepower Program at the California State Railroad Museum to experience what it was like to build the nation’s first Transcontinental Railroad! Your conductor will virtually escort you to five different stations to Hop onboard to learn...
Join us at Marshall Gold Discovery SHP as we explore the history of the Coloma Valley before, during and after the Gold Discovery. We will start with the story of the Indigenous tribe who lived in the valley and will learn about the history of the California Gold Rush...
Much of Earth’s geologic history is hidden underground, but the erosive power of the South Yuba River has exposed a wide variety of features for us to discover! Students will tour the canyon at South Yuba River State Park via the Buttermilk Bend Trail, studying the...
Join us at Marshall Gold Discovery SHP as we explore the history of the Coloma Valley before, during and after the Gold Discovery. We will start with the story of the Indigenous tribe who lived in the valley and will learn about the history of the California Gold Rush...
Unlock the mysteries of one of the world’s most fascinating organisms, the octopus! Join Park Interpreter Alex on the California coast for an engaging virtual field trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area and discover the fascinating adaptations...
Unlock the mysteries of one of the world’s most fascinating organisms, the octopus! Join Park Interpreter Alex on the California coast for an engaging virtual field trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area and discover the fascinating adaptations...
Join us at Monterey State Historic Park for a 30 minute program all about adobe- the building blocks of Old California! Learn about the materials and process of making adobe bricks, as well as their importance in our state’s history. Visit our website...
Saving Sea Stars in Mendocino Coast’s Marine Protected Area Join us on a virtual field trip to the Mendocino Coast Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) to learn about tide pool habitats, the anatomy of a sea star, and the incredible adaptations Ochre Sea Stars use to...
Become a Climate Steward with Gaviota State Park! Join us at Gaviota State Park as we examine how and why the climate of the Santa Barbara Channel is continuing to change. Throughout our program we will examine climate impacts, coastal erosion, watershed science,...
Monterey Custom House: Trade and Government in Alta California Explore California Historical Landmark #1 here at Monterey State Historic Park. The Custom House was the center of trade at a time when California was a part of Mexico and Monterey was the capital city....
Experience a unique opportunity to explore the Union Cemetery and the histories of the pioneers that are buried there. A closer look at these past Shasta residents provides a fuller look into what it was like to live in the bustling Gold Rush City of Shasta during the...
Join us at Gaviota State Park for waves of fun with our favorite arthropod: the crab! Together we’ll discover a bit about this majestic arthropod, its anatomy, and its habitat along the Santa Barbara Coast. Students will learn how to draw this special creature during...
Join us at Gaviota State Park for waves of fun with our favorite creature: the wavy turban snail! Together we’ll discover a bit about this curious little invertebrate and its habitat along the Santa Barbara Coast. Students will learn how to draw this special critter...
Join park interpretive staff as they virtually tour through La Purisima Mission which is considered the most restored mission in California.Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about California State Parks’ PORTScast Programs. Follow us on...
Join California State Parks Interpreter Isabella in reading the story book “The Hidden Forest” by Jeannie Baker! Students will follow along in the sweet story of a boy named Ben whose fish trap gets lost in the kelp forest. While Ben is nervous to get in the water, he...
Morro Bay State Park is located on California’s beautiful central coast and features wetlands, mudflats, coastal scrub and more! Many different animals and plants call Morro Bay home, including a very special marine mammal, the Southern Sea Otter.Join Park...
In Person Field Trip to Hendy Woods State Park In Person Field Trip to Hendy Woods State Park Located in Anderson Valley, along Highway 128, Hendy Woods acts as a great stop for those traveling any distance from inland locations to reach the coast. Our educational...
Step into the world of decomposers and explore the tiny but mighty creatures living in and on the dirt. These little superheroes support the web of life as they naturally recycle nutrients and organic materials to create healthy soil and habitats. Visit our website...
Discover how pollinators are essential to creating one-third of our food. The life cycle of Bees, their social structure, and how pollinators support plant life will be explored in this exciting 45 minute program .Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn...
Travel back in time with Flat Stanley to experience life in 1850s pioneer California at Ide Adobe State Historic Park. Students will learn how pioneers lived without three modern technologies: electricity, indoor plumbing, and modern transportation. Pioneers at the...
Join us at Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Reaction Area for a 45-minute field trip to learn all about how sand dunes are formed! This program is designed for students 2nd-5th. We will learn how sand is formed, how our big sand dunes were made, and the plant and animal...
Join us at Oceano Dunes State Vehicular Reaction Area for a 45-minute field trip to learn all about how sand dunes are formed! This program is designed for students 2nd-5th. We will learn how sand is formed, how our big sand dunes were made, and the plant and animal...
Welcome to Benicia Capitol State Historic Park. This program will cover the story of California’s capitol on wheels. Focus will be placed on identifying California’s five capitol cities, why they were chosen and ultimately why they left. Additional focus will be...
Welcome to Benicia Capitol State Historic Park. This program will cover the story of California’s capitol on wheels. Focus will be placed on identifying California’s five capitol cities, why they were chosen and ultimately why they left. Additional focus will be...
We’ll be discovering what MPAs are, how they benefit wildlife, and ways that we can all make a difference from our very own homes.Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about California State Parks’ PORTScast Programs. Follow us on...
Join us at Marshall Gold Discovery SHP as we explore the history of the Coloma Valley before, during and after the Gold Discovery. We will start with the story of the Indigenous tribe who lived in the valley and will learn about the history of the California Gold Rush...
Students will virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and identify what crucial adaptations ensure seal survival in the cold Pacific...
Come explore the history of Cinco De Mayo and the first recorded place it was celebrated in the United States, Columbia, California! We will explore the many contributions of the Hispanic community to the California Gold Rush and the state of California as a whole....
Join us as we explore the animals found in our tide pools and how they survive the highs and lows of living in the tidal zone.Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about California State Parks’ PORTScast Programs. Follow us on social media...
Welcome to Benicia Capitol State Historic Park. This program will cover the story of California’s capitol on wheels. Focus will be placed on identifying California’s five capitol cities, why they were chosen and ultimately why they left. Additional focus will be...
Join us in a mindfulness practice of tuning into all of your senses outdoors in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Learn about the art practice of, “Sit Spot Nature Journaling,” while observing nature and taking care of our minds. All you need is a pencil and...
Join us in a mindfulness practice of tuning into all of your senses outdoors in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Learn about the art practice of, “Sit Spot Nature Journaling,” while observing nature and taking care of our minds. All you need is a pencil and...
Join us in reading “Over and Under the Waves” by Kate Messner and artist Christopher Silas Neal. Students will learn about a family exploring the ocean during their kayak trip. Celebrate World Ocean Week by learning about all the creatures living over and under the...
Join the State Parks Dive Team as we explore unique underwater habitats and meet some of the interesting animal species that live in them! Students will learn about actions they can take today to help protect their ocean on World Ocean Day and beyond! TEACHER...
Join California State Parks Interpreter Kat in reading the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will follow along in the sweet story of a snail riding on the tail of a humpback whale through our global ocean! One day, the snail must save...
Join us for an adventure between Carpinteria State Beach and Gaviota State Park and become a climate steward! Together we’ll learn about climate resiliency and have the opportunity to discover the climate resilient efforts that are occurring in the Santa Barbara...
Students will virtually visit MacKerricher State Park to explore the similarities and differences between humans and marine mammals, specifically the Harbor Seal! Students will observe and identify what crucial adaptations ensure seal survival in the cold Pacific...
Since Time Immemorial Join State Park Interpreter, Cochise Nez, for a 45-minute virtual walk-through of Sue-meg Village at Sue-meg State Park. Explore the Sweat House, Living House, and Dress House, and learn about Yurok culture and the significance of the people and...
The Water Cycle and California Water Project In-Person Field Trip! Explore the Water Cycle at Silverwood Lake SRA! During this two hour fieldtrip, students will learn where all of California’s water comes from, through the establishment of The California Water...
Cedar Springs History In-Person Field Trip at Silverwood Lake! Explore the history of Cedar Springs at Silverwood Lake SRA! This 2 hour program would feature a walk through our Nature Center, Apple Orchard and finishing up and our Campfire Center. We will discuss...
Seeing Nature Through Journaling In-Person Field Trip at Chino Hills State Park This in-person field trip can be adapted for all grades K-12 and focuses on the art of nature journaling. Students will immerse themselves in the sensory experience in the beautiful hills,...
Discovering Biodiversity Discover the habitats and creatures of Chino Hills State Park. Find out how we’ve invest into our diverse habitats, monitor our incredible flora and fauna, and protected our many generations to come. Leave knowing how to be better...
Join us in a mindfulness practice of tuning into all of your senses outdoors in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Learn about the art practice of, “Sit Spot Nature Journaling,” while observing nature and taking care of our minds. All you need is a pencil and...
Self Guided In-Person Field Trip at Humboldt Lagoons Self Guided Field Trip at Humboldt Lagoons State Park! Self-Guided Field Trips at Humboldt Lagoons State Park are facilitated independently by K-12 grade teachers, college educators, chaperones, and/or youth...
Connect to Coast: In-Person Field Trip at Humboldt Lagoons Connect to Coast Field Trip at Humboldt Lagoons State Park! Thanks to generous funding through the California Coastal Conservancy, we are offering special field trips in Spring of 2024. “Connect to...
Kelp Forest Exploration Discover the less explored side of Point Lobos- the ocean! Giant kelp forests underneath the salt water surface lead to an alien world of beauty, wonder and wildness. Weather permitting, we will travel together in a kayak to explore...
Tahoe’s Urban Bears Join us to learn about the differences between wild land bears and urban bears in the Tahoe basin as we take a close look at a taxidermy bear pelt. While discussing bears unique abilities, we will think of ways to keep these amazing animals...
Join us on a 45-minute virtual field trip to Crystal Cove State Park’s Marine Protected Area (MPA) to learn about tidepool habitats and the incredible adaptations that tidepool animals use to survive in a harsh environment where land meets the sea! Students will...
Time to talk all things watersheds. What is a watershed? What travels through a watershed? And how can I steward my watershed? Answers coming your way on May 3rd!Visit our website https://ports.parks.ca.gov to learn more about California State Parks’ PORTScast...
Join California State Parks Interpreter Kat in reading the story book “The Snail and the Whale” by Julia Donaldson! Students will follow along in the sweet story of a snail riding on the tail of a humpback whale through our global ocean! One day, the snail must save...
Come along and discover the less explored side of Point Lobos- the ocean! Giant kelp forests underneath the salt water surface lead to an alien world of beauty, wonder and wildness. Weather permitting, we will travel together in a kayak to do some nature observation...
Exploring Desert Adaptations Take a walk through the desert and identify adaptations that help plants and animals survive harsh conditions. Get up-close with cactus, keep an eye out for wildlife, and explore Anza Borrego Desert State Park from the comfort of your...
Salmon and Sediment, Fueling The Forest Northern California offers insight into the ancient Redwood Forest while the “Salmon and Sediment, Fueling the Forest” PORTS program will offer your classroom insight into the connection between the Redwood Forest...
Seeing Nature Through Journaling Spend 45 minutes immersed in an educational encounter with nature, as you delve into the art of journaling, embracing the teachings it has to offer. Want to find more PORTS On-Demand Programs? Search the...
Join us at Gaviota State Park to learn about the species who have poked their head into the Santa Barbara Channel, but haven’t been seen much since. Were they the forward scouts of an incoming population or just one-off appearances of lone individuals? Together...
Pollinators, Plants & People Let’s review the parts of an insect and the different jobs they do at Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. Looking at honeybees, we will discover how the work that pollinators do provide us with up to one-third of all the food we eat....
Animal Detectives at Anza Borrego Desert State Park Can you find evidence of hidden desert wildlife? Learn how prints, scat, and other signs can reveal animal activity to scientists. Practice the secrets of tracking to become an Animal Detective! Want to find more...
Mojave Desert Grassland Adaptations The Mojave Desert can be a harsh place to live. The Antelope Valley CA Poppy Reserve sits on the western border of the Mojave desert. Here native grasses and annual flowers flourish. Walk with a State Park Interpreter through the...
Stories in Stone: Processes that Shape the Earth The story of the Earth is written in stone. In this program we explore the different kinds of rocks that make up the landscape at Millerton Lake. Discuss how the rocks and landforms were made and how they are...
The Smallest Superheroes Join California State Parks and learn about the role of tiny superheroes in our environment. Want to find more PORTS On-Demand Programs? Search the...
Fishing Fun on Lake Perris Embark on a kayak adventure this spring at Lake Perris State Recreation Area with our exciting new PORTS program! Join us for a hands-on exploration of fishing techniques, uncovering the diverse aquatic world within the lake. Discover the...
In-Person Field Trip: Half Moon Bay State Park Welcome teachers! There are 4 different field trip offerings available at Half Moon Bay. Please read the descriptions below for details about subjects, grade levels, and locations! Want to find more PassPORTS Programs?...
Anza Borrego Desert State Park In-Person Field Trip Apply for a FREE blended field trip to Anza Borrego Desert State Park! Anza Borrego Desert State Park is excited to offer blended-access programs through PassPORTS, which offers Title I public schools with a field...
South Yuba River In-Person Field Trip Explore South Yuba River State Park! Once the South Yuba River watershed was the focal point of the California Gold Rush. Today, it is recognized by the California State legislature as a Wild and Scenic River with scenery of...
Hearst Castle In-Person Field Trip Explore Hearst Castle! Come explore this hilltop castle designed by the first licensed female architect in California, Julia Morgan. School groups will enjoy views of the coastline as they take the castle bus up the hillside of...
Tijuana River Estuary In-Person Field Trip Explore the Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve! The Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve is one of 30 Reserves in the United States. We preserve, protect, and manage the natural and cultural...
Old Town San Diego State Historic Park In-Person Field Trip Explore Old Town San Diego! Bring your students to explore the cultural history of Old Town San Diego. Guides will facilitate this fieldtrip with your group and spend time on interactive activities in the...
Asilomar State Beach In-Person Field Trip Explore Asilomar State Beach! Come explore the beautiful rocky coastline and sand dune habitats that are unique to the Monterey Bay! This beach is connected to a Marine Reserve, which protects many plants and animals both on...
Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park In-Person Field Trip! Explore Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park! Bring your students to Allensworth, a town founded, financed and governed by African-Americans. Guided and self-guided options are available at this park. In...
San Juan Bautista State Historic Park In-Person Field Trip! Explore San Juan Bautista State Historic Park! The park is part of a nationally recognized historic landmark adjacent to California’s 15th Spanish-era mission. The park and its Plaza represent what was...
Sutter’s Fort In-Person Field Trip! Explore Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park! Join our interpreter in person to immerse your students in the history of the Fort, to learn how John Sutter and other European Americans came to California, why the Fort was...
Santa Monica Mountains In-Person Field Trip! Explore Santa Monica Mountains with EKO! There are two field trip options provided by National Park Service, one will meet at the Audubon Center at Debs Park, and the other will meet at Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa....
Malibu Creek State Park In-Person Field Trip! Explore Malibu Creek State Park! Visit us in person at Malibu Creek State Park for our docent-led field trip designed for grades 3rd through 5th! On our trip, students will take a 3-mile guided nature walk along...
Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook In-Person Field Trip! Explore Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook! Baldwin Hills Scenic Overlook is a 57-acre California State Park is located just southwest of downtown Culver City. To some Los Angeles area residents, the site is more...
Mount San Jacinto In-Person Field Trip Explore the peak at Mount San Jacinto! Take the thrilling ride on the mountain tram to join a state park interpreter for a guided fieldtrip on the panoramic peak of Mount San Jacinto! This program immerses students in the...
Lake Perris In-Person Field Trip Explore the Regional Indian Museum at Lake Perris! The untended areas of Lake Perris may seem rocky and barren at first glance, but an amazing variety of natural wonders are waiting to be found by those who seek them out. The...
Samuel P. Taylor In-Person Field Trip Explore Samuel P. Taylor State Park! Samuel P. Taylor State Park’s 2,882 acres offer shady strolls through the stately redwoods along Lagunitas Creek as well as exhilarating hikes to the top of Barnabe Peak, one of the...
Mount Tamalpais In-Person Field Trip Explore the Panoramic Mount Tam! ount Tamalpais State Park is a large, beautiful mountain park in Marin County. Though not far from the heart of San Francisco, Mt Tam, as it is affectionately nicknamed, offers miles and miles of...
Engineering at Pigeon Point Light Station! This 1 hour program introduces you and your class to the history of Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park. Students will have the opportunity to become lighthouse engineers and design their own lighthouses. Students...
State Capitol Exploration At the State Capitol, the past, present and future of California interact with equal force. This program will engage students in researching information about their state representatives, the law-making process, and how they, as citizens,...
Calaveras State Park In-Person Field Trip Explore Calaveras Big Trees State Park! School fieldtrips to Calaveras Big Trees are offered through the California Big Trees Association. Both guided and self-guided options are available for booking. Reservations can be made...
