Santa Clara River Hikes and Events
California
Overview
There are few locations on the Santa Clara River that are accessible to the public. Now with the opening of the Santa Clara River Preserve, TNC has provided a beautiful space for outdoor education, community gatherings, wildlife viewing and hiking. On the preserve we want to give everyone a chance to connect with the dynamic Santa Clara River.
See below for opportunities on the preserve!
Details
DATE
Jan 01, 2024 – Jan 03, 2028
Multiple dates and varied times
This is an ongoing event.
Time
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM PT (UTC -07:00h)
Check Out These Ongoing Events!
We look forward to seeing you on the Preserve
Guided Nature Hikes
The Nature Conservancy’s Santa Clara River and Coast Project hosts monthly guided nature hikes along the Santa Clara River. These hikes are led by professional naturalist and educator Amy Davis, who will teach you about the local flora and fauna of the Santa Clara River. This is a great opportunity to connect with other nature enthusiasts and with nature!
Amy Davis, our lead naturalist on the hikes, can be reached at the e-mail below for notices of cancellations or additional info on each hike: guideamy@gmail.com.
Monthly Bilingual Bird Walks
In partnership with The Nature Conservancy, join Alexander Vaca from the Ventura County Resource Conservation District for monthly bilingual bird walks around the Santa Clara River Preserve.
Alexander Vaca is a bilingual biologist focused on birds, amphibians, and rare or protected flora, with experience in conservation, restoration, and wildland firefighting.
When: Every 1st Saturday of the month, 8:30am-10:30am.
Where: Santa Clara River Preserve, 1368 Mission Rock Road, Santa Paula, CA 93060
Important information:
- All ages welcome; youth require adult supervision (18+)
- Binoculars provided
- Expect to walk 2-3 miles
- Wear sun protection
- Bring water
- Meet in parking lot
Ventura Sierra Club’s Meetups
Check out the Ventura Sierra Club’s meetup as they regularly host volunteer events at the Santa Clara River Preserve.
Monthly Community Volunteer Days
Event date & time: Recurring every 3rd Sunday of the month from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; first event is on January 18th
Location: TNC’s Santa Clara River Preserve: 1368 Mission Rock Road, Santa Paula, CA 93060
Volunteer work: This volunteer opportunity will include doing stewardship work around the Santa Clara River Preserve, which may include trail work, vegetation clearance, trash and debris clearance, weeding and general upkeep tasks around the preserve.
What to bring/wear: sun-protective clothing, closed-toed shoes and water
Important information:
- Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 and over.
- There is an ADA port-a-potty on site.
- The parking lot has a limited number of parking spots, so please carpool if you can!
- Any extreme weather cancels the event including rain, high winds, lightning, thunder or fire.
- All participants will be expected to sign liability waivers upon arrival.
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