Hastings Natural History Reserve

The public is invited to a nature walk with lunch, and tour of Hastings Nature Reserve on Saturday, February 6th from 10 am to 1 pm. Included will be a gentle walk (about 1 mile) led by Hastings Director Mark Stromberg sharing stories and information about the local natural history. Weather permitting we’ll extend our ...nature walk to Red Hill (briefly steep) where there is a nice view of upper Carmel Valley from the blue oak forest and field of lava rocks. Lunch will be provided by Michael Jones of the Cachagua Store. Bring your family and friends for a pleasant hike, delicious lunch and an opportunity to learn about the birds, mammals and trees of the Hastings Reserve! You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions about the natural history, geology and people that shaped the Reserve. As a fundraiser for Hastings we are requesting a minimum donation of $25 per person, $10 per child under twelve. (family rate $65; 2 adults & 2 kids under twelve) This event is open to the public but space is limited to 25 people so reserve your spot today! And don't forget to bring your binoculars and cameras for a great relaxing Saturday!Read More

Ventana Wilderness Alliance
Founded in the summer of 1998, the Ventana Wilderness Alliance is a California nonprofit corporation with IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status dedicated to protecting the wildlands of California's northern Santa Lucia mountain range. Our organization is composed of people from all walks of life w...ith at least one thing in common: a love of the wilderness and a desire to help see to it that what little is left in our area remains as such in perpetuity. They will be here for a board meeting and annual meeting.Read More

Each year for a decade, Dr. Jerry Powell leads a group of dedicated volunteer butterfly counters. They walk the same routes each year, generally along roads or trails and identify, sometimes capture to check, and record the numbers of each species of butterfly seen. You would be welcome to attend. Bring sturdy boots, a... pack with water and lunch, and be ready to spend the day outside no matter the weather. A hike of 2-3 miles is involved.Read More