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SUMMARY:Crystal Cove Conservancy goes to Baja: Pacific Gray Whale Expedition
DESCRIPTION:Crystal Cove Conservancy is organizing a five-day\, low-impact eco-tour to Laguna San Ignacio in Baja California Sur\, a UNESCO-designated sanctuary and one of the last remaining calving grounds for Pacific gray whales. Located within the El Vizcaíno Biosphere Reserve\, the lagoon is a globally important habitat for whales and other marine life. \nThe trip offers guided whale encounters aboard small panga boats led by local experts\, along with interpretive conversations with conservationists and marine scientists about current challenges facing gray whales and coastal ecosystems. Participants stay at an environmentally sensitive camp designed to minimize impact while providing an immersive wilderness experience. \nThe program is operated in partnership with conservation-focused outfitter Baja Discovery and is intentionally limited to a small group. \nTrip details (tentative): \nPrice: $5\,095 per person (double occupancy; single occupancy may incur an additional fee)Group size: LimitedIncludes: Chartered flight from Tijuana (departing San Diego)\, lodging\, meals\, local guides\, and interpretive programming \nFor questions or additional details\, please contact Nick Burciaga at info@crystalcove.org
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/crystal-cove-conservancy-goes-to-baja-pacific-gray-whale-expedition-2/
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Crystal Cove Conservancy’s and Crystal Cove State Park’s Stewardship Event!\nCome help us on a habitat restoration project during Stewardship Saturday! This volunteer event is open to all and offers a hands-on way to connect with Crystal Cove’s natural beauty and history. \nParticipants will assist in activities to help advance ongoing restoration projects throughout the park. The day’s activities—such as site preparation\, weeding\, seeding\, and planting—will depend on site needs and the time of year. No experience is required! \nThe event is free\, and RSVPs are required. Register at the form below. \nEvent details: \n\nTime: 8:00am-11:30am\nRegistration is capped at 20 participants per day.\nRecommended for ages 16 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.\n\nWhat to bring: \n\nsunscreen\na hat\nsturdy closed-toed shoes\nlong pants\nlong sleeves (recommended)\ngloves if you have them (gloves will also be provided)\nsnacks and water in a reusable bottle\n\nPlease contact Jen at jennifer@crystalcove.org for any questions. \n\nEach event will take place at one of the two project sites below: \nThe Bowl: \n\nHike level: Medium\nBe prepared to walk about 30 minutes to the project site (~1.5 miles one way; ~3.0 miles round trip) on slightly uneven\, mostly flat terrain. However\, there is some elevation gain as you approach the site.\n\nCoastal Bluffs: \n\nHike level: Easy\nThis site is easily accessible from the parking lot and does not require any hiking.\n\nThe project site will be determined closer to the event date. \n\n\n \n\n \n\nLooking to host a private event? Please contact Jen at jennifer@crystalcove.org for more information.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/stewardship-saturday-10/
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SUMMARY:Teachers Night Out: Earth Day Extensions
DESCRIPTION:Crystal Cove Conservancy and the Environmental Nature Center invite formal and informal educators to gather at the Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach for an evening of networking\, inspiration\, and fresh ideas for engaging students in environmental stewardship during Earth Month. We believe that every day is Earth Day! But we understand why teachers like to bring in more Earth science in the spring. The weather is gorgeous\, the flowers are in bloom\, and the pollinators are abundant! Join us for a workshop that helps you bring some conservation-oriented ideas to life both in and out of the classroom. We’ll start by modeling some of our favorite activities for getting younger students to think sustainably. Then we’ll showcase an innovative way of using a classic children’s book to engage in friendly classroom debate for older students. Finally\, we’ll end with teachers pairing up to collaborate in the creation of brand new lesson ideas for Earth month.  A light dinner and wine will be served after the workshop concludes. \n\nRegister: https://events.encenter.org/events/tno-earth-day-extensions/ \nENC or Crystal Cove Conservancy Members: $14.00 \nNonmembers: $21.00 \nTitle I Teachers: $7.00 \nHow and where should registrants direct questions?: \nEmail Lisa at Lisa@crystalcove.org Date:03/19/2026 Time:4 PM to 7 PM Location:Environmental Nature Center. 1601 E 16th St\, Newport Beach\, CA 92663
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/teachers-night-out-earth-day-extensions/
LOCATION:Environmental Nature Center\, 1601 E 16th St\, Newport Beach\, CA\, 92663\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Social Events
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SUMMARY:Explore the Cove – Coastal Ecology Hike
DESCRIPTION:Description\nThis 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 environment. Participants will walk along the beach and blufftop\, stopping to learn about native plant communities\, intertidal habitats\, coastal geology\, and the dynamic forces shaping the shoreline.  \nThe program highlights key conservation challenges such as sea-level rise\, habitat loss\, and the importance of Marine Protected Areas—focusing on the Crystal Cove State Marine Conservation Area. Blending ecology with conservation storytelling\, this hike fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of the Park’s coastal landscapes. Hike will be cancelled in the event of rainy weather.  \nPlease print and complete your Crystal Cove Conservancy participant waiver here\, and bring the filled-out form with you to the hike. Event will be cancelled in the event of rainy weather. \n\n\n\nDistance: 1.2 miles (casual pace with multiple stops)\nTerrain: Mostly flat with one 900-foot climb ascending from the beach to the blufftop\nElevation Change: +130 ft.\nDifficulty: Easy\nDuration: Approximately 1.5 hours (recommended morning start for optimal conditions; align with <3 ft. low tide for tidepool exploration)\nSuggested Age: Adults and youth ages 5+\nMeeting Point: Education Commons\nWhat to Bring: Sunscreen\, water\, hat\, and comfortable footwear suitable for walking on sand and paved trails\nParking: Please park in the Los Trancos Parking Lot. There will be a $15 Day Use fee per vehicle; free with State Parks annual pass \nRoute Overview:\nEducation Commons → Cottage #13 (0.1 mi) → South along beach (0.5 mi) → Ascend ramp to blufftop (0.1 mi) → North to Shake Shack (0.5 mi) \nMaps & Resources:
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/explore-the-cove-coastal-ecology-hike-2/
LOCATION:Education Commons\, 5 Crystal Cove\, Newport Coast\, CA\, 92657\, United States
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SUMMARY:Historic District Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. No registration required. \nWhen: 1:00-2:00 PM \nWhere to Meet: Visitor’s Center in the Historic District \nWhat to Bring: Sunscreen\, water\, and comfortable footwear for walking on compact dirt paths \nParking: Please park in the Los Trancos Parking Lot. There will be a $15 Day Use fee per vehicle; free with State Parks annual pass \nTour will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/historic-district-walking-tour-4/
LOCATION:Crystal Cove State Park Historic District
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SUMMARY:Explore the Cove – Backcountry Ecology Hike
DESCRIPTION:Description\nSet 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 about coastal sage scrub\, riparian corridors\, and the rare plant and animal species that make this region a biodiversity hotspot. \nGuided by Conservancy staff\, the group will discuss fire ecology\, restoration projects\, land-use history\, and ongoing efforts to protect and restore these fragile habitats. Along the way\, guests will gain firsthand insight into how recreation and conservation coexist within the wildland–urban interface. \nPlease print and complete your Crystal Cove Conservancy participant waiver here\, and bring the filled-out form with you to the hike. Event will be cancelled in the event of rainy weather. \nDistance: 4.2 miles (casual pace with multiple stops)\nTerrain: Wide\, hard-packed trail featuring a moderately steep ascent and descent along sections of eroded path\nElevation Change: +585 ft (1.2 mi ascent via East Cut) / –675 ft (1.3 mi descent via B.F.I.)\nDifficulty: Intermediate\nDuration: Approximately 3 to 3.5 hours\nSuggested Age: Adults and youth ages 8+\nWhat to Bring: Sunscreen\, water\, snacks\, hat\, and comfortable footwear suitable for walking on hard-packed hiking trails\nMeeting Point: Berns Amphitheater\nParking: Please park in the Moro Canyon Parking Lots. There will be a $15 Day Use fee per vehicle; free with State Parks annual pass \nRoute Overview:\nBern’s Amphitheater → Moro Canyon Trailhead (0.1 mi) → East Cut Across (1.0 mi) → Moro Ridge (1.2 mi) → B.F.I. Trail (1.5 mi) → Return to Trailhead (0.4 mi) \nMaps & Resources: \n\nAllTrails Website Activity Link\nAllTrails Extensive Trail & Terrain Map Image \n\n \n\nAllTrails Detailed Satellite Imagery Image
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/explore-the-cove-backcountry-ecology-hike-3/
LOCATION:Berns Amphitheatre
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SUMMARY:Cove Talk: A Conversation with California Secretary for Natural Resources Wade Crowfoot
DESCRIPTION:Crystal Cove Conservancy is honored to welcome California Secretary for Natural Resources Wade Crowfoot for a timely Cove Talk exploring the future of conservation\, climate resilience\, and public stewardship across our state.  \nHosted by Crystal Cove Conservancy President & CEO Kate Wheeler\, the evening will feature a moderated conversation and public Q&A with Secretary Crowfoot\, set against the backdrop of Crystal Cove State Park’s iconic coastline.  \nAt a moment defined by climate change\, biodiversity loss\, wildfire\, and increasing pressures on public lands\, this conversation will examine California’s vision for protecting and stewarding natural and cultural resources for generations to come. Grounded in both statewide perspective and place-based experience\, the dialogue will explore the role coastal parks play in strengthening climate resilience\, protecting sensitive habitats\, and ensuring meaningful public access to the outdoors.  \nThe discussion will also reflect on the partnerships that make this work possible — from collaboration between state agencies and nonprofits to the local stewardship models that sustain treasured landscapes like Crystal Cove State Park. Together\, the evening will offer insight into how conservation\, recreation\, and equity intersect in shaping California’s environmental future.  \nThe evening will conclude with a sunset reception overlooking the ocean\, as the conversation continues over light bites and beverages in one of California’s most breathtaking coastal settings.  \nThis special Cove Talk invites our community to engage directly with state leadership at the intersection of climate\, conservation\, and public lands.  \nEvent Details: \n\nDate: Tuesday\, March 31\, 2026\nTime: 5:00–7:00 p.m.\nLocation: Crystal Cove State Park\, Cottage Check-In Deck\nCost: $10 for members ($15 for non-members)\nParking: Los Trancos Parking Lot across PCH ($15 day-use fee per vehicle; free with State Parks annual pass)\n\nThe evening will conclude with a sunset reception overlooking the ocean\, offering guests the opportunity to continue the dialogue over light bites and beverages in one of California’s most breathtaking coastal settings. \n \n\n \n\nWade Crowfoot serves as California’s Natural Resources Secretary\, leading efforts to conserve California’s environment and natural resources. He has served as Secretary since 2019 and advises Governor Newsom as a member of his cabinet.  \nSecretary Crowfoot oversees an agency of over 25\,000 employees spread across 26 departments\, commissions\, and conservancies. His agency is charged with stewarding California’s forests and natural lands\, rivers and water supplies\, and coast and ocean. It also protects natural places\, wildlife and biodiversity\, and helps oversee the state’s world-leading clean energy transition.  \nSecretary Crowfoot is leading efforts to achieve Governor Newsom’s ambitious environmental vision\, including a commitment to conserve 30 percent of California’s land and coastal waters by 2030. He oversees billions of dollars of public investment to protect people and natural places from climate change impacts\, and has led efforts to navigate California’s record-breaking droughts\, floods\, and wildfires. Secretary Crowfoot has also initiated a new era of partnerships with California Native American Tribes and is shifting how the agency operates to better support all California residents and communities.  \nSecretary Crowfoot has been on the frontlines of environmental leadership throughout his career. He served in Governor Jerry Brown’s Administration as deputy cabinet secretary and senior advisor to the Governor\, driving climate action. He led the non-profit Water Foundation to build water resilience across the American West. He spearheaded efforts to establish and defend California’s landmark climate change policies as West Coast regional director for the Environmental Defense Fund.  As an environmental advisor to then-San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom\, he helped establish many first-in-the-nation urban environmental policies. Secretary Crowfoot received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master’s degree from the London School of Economics.  \nWade grew up in Michigan spending summers at a YMCA camp and in the woods around his family’s remote cabin in Northern Ontario. He moved to California in the mid-1990s and discovered backcountry camping with friends. His first time in the redwoods at Big Basin State Park is still one of his defining California moments. He loves to camp with his wife and daughter and learn new things in the outdoors\, currently including fly fishing and soon backcountry skiing. He says his best days in as Natural Resources Secretary are spent outdoors with local groups that are conserving land and connecting people to nature.  \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \nIf you have any questions\, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Erin Andreatta\, Public Programs Manager\, at ErinA@crystalcove.org.
URL:https://crystalcove.org/event/2026-covetalk-with-crowfoot/
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