Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks

Looks like this flock of determined visitors left in a fowl mood when they found out Castro Adobe State Historic Park isn't open to visitors just yet but we hope to share ways for you to reconnect with this special park soon.

Locally made in Santa Cruz, this beautiful, durable tea towel features illustrations of common wildflowers and it makes a great replacement for disposable paper towels! Each tea towel comes with a charming wooden spoon. Order now to get it in time for Mother's Day: https://thatsmypark.org//wildflower-tea-towel-with-wooden/

Become a Friend join Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks today. Membership is one of the best ways to help Friends support Santa Cruz District State Parks. Learn more and join today: www.thatsmypark.org/donate

Big Basin Redwoods State Park news, jobs in parks, virtual visits to Wilder Ranch State Park ... check out our newsletter for all the updates! https://mailchi.mp/thatsmypark/february2021-1

Work in State Parks! Friends is hiring! Learn more in our latest newsletter! - https://mailchi.mp/thatsmypark/february2021-1

We are hiring! Work in parks this spring as a Visitor Service Aide. Learn more and apply on our website. www.thatsmypark.org/jobs

Little drops of water, little grains of sand Make the mighty ocean and the pleasant landJulia A. F. Carney

#TreatYourselfTuesday These Charley Harper barn owl earrings look great and the purchase supports a great cause your local state parks and beaches! Hoot hoot! Shop now: https://thatsmypark.org/p/charley-harper-barn-owl-earrings/

It's National Walking the Dog Day! Leashed dogs are welcome at *most* state parks and beaches in Santa Cruz County and coastal San Mateo County. Plan your visit with a quick check of park rules on our website before you and the puppers go for a walk! #MotivationMonday #nationalwalkingthedogday

Find creative holiday gifts in our ParkStore Online shop local, support state parks and beaches. Order today and receive your gifts before Christmas. Shop today! https://thatsmypark.org/collections/

It's National Horse Day. Horses are welcome on portions of many local state park trails including Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Wilder Ranch State Park east of Highway 1 and Burleigh Murray State Park. #nationalhorseday #horseday

The Golden Poppy is your Golden Ticket, and also makes a great holiday gift. Order today and get delivery before Christmas! https://thatsmypark.org/shopify-collections/park-passes/

King Tides are coming this weekend! Explore tide pools and expansive beaches Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. @beachhouserental

Headed to a local state park or beach this weekend? Remember to protect yourself and others by bringing a mask and practicing safe social distancing. Together, we can get through this! Learn more about the Parks Pledge - https://thatsmypark.org/about/covid-19/

Looking for a unique holiday gift idea? Consider a membership to Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks. A gift membership will help support Friends’ work at state parks and beaches AND get your loved one, friend or colleague out in nature. It's a gift that feels good to give: https://bit.ly/friendsmembergift!