• An Evening with Quin Cooney: Painting the Cove

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Members Only Event ($10 member fee) Spend an unforgettable evening with acclaimed California artist Quin Cooney as he shares the stories, inspiration, and creative process behind his celebrated paintings of Crystal Cove. Set against the backdrop of the Historic District, this intimate members-only experience offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from an artist whose […]

  • Wine & Watercolors with Chapman Hamborg

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    Be inspired by the beauty of Crystal Cove as you create your own coastal-inspired watercolor during this relaxed evening with local artist Chapman Hamborg. This guided workshop celebrates the connection between art, nature, and conservation, welcoming artists of every skill level to explore their creativity in one of California's most inspiring coastal settings.  Instructor Chapman […]

  • Nature Drawing Workshop: Tidepool Sketching

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Connect more deeply with the natural world through the art of field sketching. In this hands-on workshop, artist Sarah Hafeez will guide you in observing and drawing the beauty found […]

  • Trash to Treasure: Create Art from Ocean Plastics

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    Get creative with a purpose! Using recycled ocean plastics, you’ll create your own coastal-inspired work of art while joining a conversation about ocean conservation, plastic pollution, and the work underway […]

  • Executive Committee Meeting

    Meetings will be held at the Cultural Center/Japanese Language School in Cottage #34 unless otherwise noted. Remote access will generally be available, though members are encouraged to attend in person […]

  • 2026 Discovery Series – Hiking 101

    Members Only Event: Learn how to access exclusive member events and programs today! Ready to venture beyond neighborhood walks and confidently prepare for a full day on the trail? Designed for […]

  • Explore the Cove – Coastal Ecology Hike

    Education Commons 5 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States

    This guided interpretive hike explores Crystal Cove State Park’s sandy shoreline and coastal bluffs, offering an up-close look at the plants, animals, and ecosystems that define our marine and coastal […]

  • Historic District Walking Tour

    Crystal Cove State Park Historic District

    During this 60-minute tour led by Conservancy educators, participants will step back in time to explore the history of Crystal Cove State park and the Historic District’s rescue and restoration. […]

  • Explore the Cove – Backcountry Ecology Hike

    Berns Amphitheatre

    Set in the heart of Crystal Cove’s rugged backcountry, this immersive hike ventures into Moro Canyon to explore some of Southern California’s most unique and threatened ecosystems. Participants will learn […]

  • Board of Directors Meeting

    Meetings will be held at the Cultural Center/Japanese Language School in Cottage #34 unless otherwise noted. Remote access will generally be available, though members are encouraged to attend in person […]