Be inspired by the beauty of Crystal Cove as you create your own coastal-inspired watercolor during this relaxed evening with local artist Chapman Hamborg. This guided workshop celebrates the connection between art, nature, and conservation, welcoming artists of every skill level to explore their creativity in one of California's most inspiring coastal settings. Instructor Chapman […]
Connect more deeply with the natural world through the art of field sketching. In this hands-on workshop, artist Sarah Hafeez will guide you in observing and drawing the beauty found in our tidepool ecosystems at Crystal Cove State Park. Using simple, accessible techniques with chalk pastel and pencil. Whether you're new to sketching or looking […]
Join us for a special Family Art Day exploring Creative Currents’ theme, The Art of Preservation! This drop-in experience invites visitors of all ages to discover how art can help us observe, understand, and protect the natural and cultural resources that make Crystal Cove so special. Through hands-on art and science activities, families will explore […]
Unleash your inner artist with Jessica Beck, Emeritus Instructor of Fine Arts at Saddleback College, during a relaxing watercolor experience by the sea. From 10 AM to 3 PM, stop by the Promenade anytime to sit, relax, and create your own watercolor masterpiece inspired by Crystal Cove’s stunning coastal surroundings. All supplies are provided […]
Get creative with a purpose! Using recycled ocean plastics, you’ll create your own coastal-inspired work of art while joining a conversation about ocean conservation, plastic pollution, and the work underway to protect the marine environment we all love. Come ready to create, connect, and see ocean plastics in a whole new way. The workshop begins […]
Meetings will be held at the Cultural Center/Japanese Language School in Cottage #34 unless otherwise noted. Remote access will generally be available, though members are encouraged to attend in person whenever possible. Meetings are scheduled on Tuesdays from 4:00–5:30 PM.
Members Only Event: Learn how to access exclusive member events and programs today! Ready to venture beyond neighborhood walks and confidently prepare for a full day on the trail? Designed for novice and emerging hikers, Discovery Series: Hiking 101 will introduce Conservancy members to the practical skills and confidence needed to plan safe, enjoyable adventures on […]
This guided interpretive hike explores Crystal Cove State Park’s sandy shoreline and coastal bluffs, offering an up-close look at the plants, animals, and ecosystems that define our marine and coastal […]
During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove State park and the Historic District’s rescue and restoration. […]
Set in the heart of Crystal Cove’s rugged backcountry, this immersive hike ventures into Moro Canyon to explore some of Southern California’s most unique and threatened ecosystems. Participants will learn […]
