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SUMMARY:'Biodiversity Day' hike
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/biodiversity-day-hike/
LOCATION:Berns Amphitheatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220903T090000
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SUMMARY:Whale & Wildlife “Twalk
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/whale-wildlife-twalk-4/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Pelican Point Lot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220828T080000
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UID:25024-1661673600-1661684400@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Sunday
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/stewardship-sunday/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Reef Point Entrance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220820T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220820T090000
DTSTAMP:20220727T225011Z
CREATED:20220727T225011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T225011Z
UID:25022-1660982400-1660986000@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Summer Bird Walk
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/summer-bird-walk/
LOCATION:Berns Amphitheatre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220813T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220813T203000
DTSTAMP:20220727T224844Z
CREATED:20220727T224844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T224844Z
UID:25020-1660419000-1660422600@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Chat and Snack with a Ranger
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/chat-and-snack-with-a-ranger/
LOCATION:Berns Amphitheatre
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220813T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220813T100000
DTSTAMP:20220727T202705Z
CREATED:20220727T202705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T202705Z
UID:25018-1660381200-1660384800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Whale and Wildlife "Twalk"
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/whale-and-wildlife-twalk-4/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Pelican Point Lot
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220811T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220811T213000
DTSTAMP:20220727T202258Z
CREATED:20220727T202242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T202258Z
UID:25011-1660246200-1660253400@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/full-moon-hike/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Upper Moro Lot\, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220810T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220810T160000
DTSTAMP:20220707T220425Z
CREATED:20220705T215927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T220425Z
UID:24913-1660141800-1660147200@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Historic District Tour
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/historic-district-tour-2/
LOCATION:Education Commons\, 5 Crystal Cove\, Newport Coast\, CA\, 92657\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220809T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T203726Z
CREATED:20220517T203726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T203726Z
UID:24550-1660035600-1660053600@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-8/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220809T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220809T120000
DTSTAMP:20220726T181153Z
CREATED:20220719T220514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220726T181153Z
UID:24958-1660032000-1660046400@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Hiking 101
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/hiking101/
LOCATION:Berns Amphitheatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220805T110000
DTSTAMP:20220727T172112Z
CREATED:20220727T172112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T172112Z
UID:25008-1659690000-1659697200@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Family Fun Morning
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/family-fun-morning/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Upper Moro Lot\, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220803T110000
DTSTAMP:20220727T165859Z
CREATED:20220727T165859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T165859Z
UID:25004-1659520800-1659524400@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:"What's Out There?" Walk
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/whats-out-there-walk/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Pelican Point Lot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220802T110000
DTSTAMP:20220727T165244Z
CREATED:20220727T165244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T165244Z
UID:25001-1659434400-1659438000@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Junior Rangers
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/junior-rangers/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Upper Moro Lot\, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220802T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220802T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T203844Z
CREATED:20220517T203844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T203844Z
UID:24544-1659430800-1659448800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-10/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220728T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220728T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T203912Z
CREATED:20220517T203912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T203912Z
UID:24533-1658998800-1659016800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-11/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220726T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220726T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T203941Z
CREATED:20220517T203941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T203941Z
UID:24530-1658826000-1658844000@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-12/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220721T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T204008Z
CREATED:20220517T204008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T204008Z
UID:24527-1658394000-1658412000@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-13/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220720T110000
DTSTAMP:20220616T190857Z
CREATED:20220609T181330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T190857Z
UID:24730-1658307600-1658314800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Family Plein Air Art Exploration
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/family-plein-air-art-exploration-2/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220719T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T204040Z
CREATED:20220517T204040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T204040Z
UID:24524-1658221200-1658239200@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-14/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220717T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220717T120000
DTSTAMP:20221027T220216Z
CREATED:20220707T181146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221027T220216Z
UID:24934-1658044800-1658059200@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Backcountry Navigation with a Map and Compass
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/backcountry-navigation-with-a-map-and-compass-3/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Upper Moro Lot\, 8471 N. Pacific Coast Highway\, Laguna Beach\, CA\, 92651\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220714T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T204109Z
CREATED:20220517T204109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T204109Z
UID:24517-1657789200-1657807200@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-15/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220713T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220713T160000
DTSTAMP:20220707T220058Z
CREATED:20220705T202256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T220058Z
UID:24902-1657722600-1657728000@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Historic District Tour
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/historic-district-tour/
LOCATION:Education Commons\, 5 Crystal Cove\, Newport Coast\, CA\, 92657\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220712T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220712T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T204142Z
CREATED:20220517T204142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T204142Z
UID:24514-1657616400-1657634400@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-16/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220707T140000
DTSTAMP:20220517T204208Z
CREATED:20220517T204208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T204208Z
UID:24511-1657184400-1657202400@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience-17/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220706T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220706T110000
DTSTAMP:20220616T190729Z
CREATED:20220609T181154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220616T190729Z
UID:24727-1657098000-1657105200@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Family Plein Air Art Exploration
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/family-plein-air-art-exploration/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220705T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220705T140000
DTSTAMP:20220516T164806Z
CREATED:20220516T164806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T164806Z
UID:24506-1657011600-1657029600@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:The Great Plein Air Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/the-great-plein-air-art-experience/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove Film & Media Center\, Cottage #13 (The Beaches Cottage)\, Historic District\, Crystal Cove State Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220620T110000
DTSTAMP:20220429T190936Z
CREATED:20220429T190716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T190936Z
UID:24490-1655715600-1655722800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Snapshot Cal Coast 2022 - Crystal Cove's Intertidal Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/snapshot-cal-coast-crystal-coves-intertidal-bioblitz/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220618T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220618T113000
DTSTAMP:20220606T215710Z
CREATED:20220131T210105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T215710Z
UID:24151-1655539200-1655551800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/stewardship-saturday-2022-03-19-2022-04-16/
LOCATION:CA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220514T110000
DTSTAMP:20220427T155105Z
CREATED:20220427T154647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T155105Z
UID:24456-1652518800-1652526000@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Whale and Wildlife "Twalk"
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/24456/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park\, Pelican Point Lot
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20220430T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20220430T100000
DTSTAMP:20220330T224519Z
CREATED:20220330T224519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T224519Z
UID:24394-1651305600-1651312800@crystalcove.org
SUMMARY:Spring bird walk
DESCRIPTION:2026 Discovery Series: Backpacking 101								\n				\n				\n				\n									 November 14 – 15\, 2026 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n									Have you ever wanted to try backpacking\, but weren’t quite sure where to begin? Maybe you’ve looked at all the gear and wondered what you actually need. Maybe you’re comfortable hiking but aren’t sure how to plan for an overnight. Or maybe spending a night under the stars has been on your list for years\, and you just need a little guidance to take that first step. Discovery Series: Backpacking 101 is designed to help you make the leap. Created specifically for beginner backpackers\, this multi-session experience will take you from learning the fundamentals to spending a night in Crystal Cove State Park’s backcountry. Together\, we’ll demystify the gear\, planning\, and preparation that can make backpacking feel intimidating and give you the practical skills and confidence to get out there. We’ll start with a two-hour classroom workshop on October 29\, where your guides Erin and Nick will walk you through everything you need to prepare for an overnight on the trail. We’ll talk backpacks and pack weight\, tents and sleep systems\, food and water\, clothing and layers\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace\, and the little lessons backpackers usually learn through experience. 								\n				\n				\n				\n																														\n				\n				\n				\n									Then you’ll have two weeks to prepare\, practice\, and get comfortable with your gear. Have questions along the way? Bring your pack\, tent\, sleep system\, or packing list to our optional office hours on November 5\, and we’ll help you troubleshoot. Then comes the fun part. On November 14\, we’ll meet at Crystal Cove\, spread out our gear\, and pack our backpacks together. Once everyone is ready\, we’ll shoulder our packs and head into the backcountry for an overnight at Lower Moro Environmental Campground. By the time we return\, you won’t just know more about backpacking. You’ll have done it. No previous backpacking experience is required. If you’ve been waiting for an opportunity to learn in a supportive environment\, ask questions\, and experience your first overnight alongside knowledgeable guides and fellow adventurers\, this is it. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Program at a glance:				\n				\n				\n				\n							\n						\n				\n					 Who Is This For? \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n				\n				\n									This program is designed for beginner backpackers. You don’t need previous backpacking experience\, and you don’t need to already know what you’re doing. That’s why we’re here. Participants should\, however\, be comfortable hiking several miles over uneven terrain and be prepared to carry their personal overnight equipment. If you’re already a hiker and have been curious about taking the next step into backpacking\, this program was made for you. 								\n				\n					\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 1: Backpacking 101 Classroom Workshop - OCTOBER 29 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Oct. 29\, 2026 | 4 – 6 p.m. Location: Cottage #34\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District This two-hour workshop will give you the foundation you need to prepare for our overnight. We’ll cover gear\, pack fit and organization\, shelter and sleep systems\, clothing\, food and water\, cooking\, navigation\, safety\, Leave No Trace principles\, and more. You’ll leave with a detailed packing list and a clear plan for preparing over the following two weeks. Learn how to prepare for an overnight backpacking trip\, including: – Choosing and fitting a backpack – What gear you actually need – Tents\, sleeping bags\, and sleep systems – Packing and weight distribution – Clothing and layering – Backpacking food and camp cooking – Hydration and water treatment – Navigation – Weather and safety – Leave No Trace – Preparing for your first overnight 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Optional Backpacking Office Hours \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Date: Thursday\, Nov. 5\, 2026 | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Cottage #5\, Crystal Cove State Park Historic District Still wondering whether your sleeping bag will be warm enough? Can’t figure out how everything is supposed to fit in your pack? Bring your gear and questions and stop by for individualized help from Erin and Nick. Drop in anytime between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No need to stay for the full day. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 SESSION 2: Guided Backpacking Experience - NOVEMBER 14 - 15 \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n				\n				\n									Saturday\, Nov. 14 — Sunday\, Nov. 15\, 2026 Meeting Location: Berns Amphitheater Meeting Time: Saturday\,  8 a.m. Camping Location: Lower Moro Environmental Campground\, Crystal Cove State Park Estimated Return: Sunday\, 12 p.m. (noon) We’ll begin Saturday morning with a hands-on gear and packing session before heading into the backcountry together. Once we’re on the trail\, this becomes your opportunity to put everything you’ve learned into practice. We’ll hike to camp\, set up our shelters and sleep systems\, prepare dinner\, spend the night in Crystal Cove’s backcountry\, and wake up the following morning to breakfast before packing up and hiking back together. Additional information about parking\, the route\, food and water\, required equipment\, waivers\, weather\, and final trip logistics will be provided before the program. 								\n				\n				\n					\n						\n				\n					 Meet Your Guides \n							\n			\n			\n		\n\n						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Erin Andreatta 								\n				\n				\n		\n				\n				\n																\n															\n															\n				\n				\n				\n									Nick Burciaga 								\n				\n				\n					\n				\n					\n					\n						\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n				\n					Registration:				\n				\n				\n				\n									Registration includes: – October 29 Backpacking 101 classroom workshop – Detailed backpacking packing and preparation guide – Optional November 5 drop-in office hours – Hands-on gear and pack review – November 14 – 15 guided backpacking experience – Overnight camping at Lower Moro Environmental Campground – Instruction and support from Erin and Nick throughout the experience Capacity: 15 participants Space is intentionally limited so participants receive plenty of hands-on instruction and individualized support throughout the experience. For questions\, please reach out to Erin Andreatta at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/spring-bird-walk-2/
LOCATION:Berns Amphitheatre
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