Winds in the Sequoias
Calaveras Big Trees Association invites you to Winds in the Sequoias featuring The Mother Lode Woodwind Quintet – Janet Telford, flute; Jane Buzzard, oboe; Hank King, clarinet; Bill Minkel, french horn; Gail Buzzard, bassoon; with special guest appearance by soprano, Anne Saunders and pianist, Sue Hart. When: Saturday May 25, 2013 at 4 pm This is a rare opportunity to hear selections from 200+ years of chamber wind music in the intimate rustic... Read More
2013 Calendar of Events
May 25 – CBTA Fundraising Concert – Motherlode Woodwind Quintet – Winds in the Sequoias. Please Click Here for more information June 22 – CBTA Annual Meeting and Picnic July 12, 13 & 14 – Natural History Discovery Program – presented by Dr. Nancy Muleady-Mecham. Click Here for more information. August 17 – Family Day – 25th Anniversary September 21 - CBTA Fundraiser – Murder Mystery... Read More
Join CBTA !
Support from members helps the Calaveras Big Trees Association fulfull its mission of delivering high quality educational and interpretive programs at Calaveras Big Trees State Park. As a member of CBTA, you are invited to attend seminars, nature talks, workshops and other special events. Other benefits include discounts in our Visitor Center store, Big Tree Bulletin, social get-togethers and fellowship with other nature lovers. You will also have... Read More
Help Support CBTA through Escrip Program
Now you can help Support Calaveras Big Trees Association as you Shop! The owners of Sierra Hills Market and Angels Food Market have generously made available the Escrip program to benefit local non-profit organizations through the use of the Escrip Community Card. When you use of the card, CBTA has the ability to earn up to 5% of monthly purchases when you shop at either market. How easy is that! Just show your card or give the clerk your phone... Read More
Seminars
Seminars for the 2012 season have been completed. Thanks to all who came and participated. We hope you enjoyed them as much as we enjoyed hosting them. The Seminars for 2013 are in the planning stages. Topics include Dendrochronolgy ” the science of dating events and variations in environment in former periods by comparative study of growth rings in trees”; photography; carnivores; and David Douglas. Please check back for... Read More
Message from CBTA Board of Directors
In light of recent news reports about the State Department of Parks and Recreation and the resignation of Ruth Coleman, the CBTA Board would like to reassure everyone that all donations, membership fees, revenues from fundraising, etc. that are given to CBTA stay in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. None of these funds go to the State general fund. Be assured that your generous support is protected and greatly appreciated. If you have any questions,... Read More
Natural History Discovery Progam
Thanks to all who participated in this extraordinary weekend. Look for more programs like this from CBTA in the future. Read More
Visitor Center Hours and Programs
The hours for the Visitor Center are Weekdays - 9 am - 5 pm; Weekends 9 am – 6 pm Junior Cubs and Ranger programs will be held daily at 10 am behind the Visitor Center throughout the summer. Creek Critters is held every Tuesday at 1 pm. Meet at Beaver Creek Picnic Area Campfires are held Friday, Saturday, most Mondays and Wednesday at 8:30 pm North Grove hikes are being held daily beginning at 1 pm. Meet in front of the Visitor Center. Please... Read More
Coast to Calaveras Raffle Winners
Congratulations to the winners and thanks to all who bought tickets. Thanks also to all the donors of all the great prizes. (All monies collected go to support the quality educational and interpretive programs at Calaveras Big Trees State Park.) Winners: ON THE COAST – Erin Stuart Jennings AMONG THE GIANTS – Joyce Halley MOUNTAIN RETREAT – Annie Robb Read More
CALAVERAS BIG TREES STATE PARK – OPEN!!
Calaveras Big Trees State Park will be open December 17 through January 1, 2012 daily from 11:00 to 3:00. The Visitor Center will be open Daily December 17 through January 1 from 11:00 – 3:00. The Warming Hut will be open December 24 through January 1 11:00 – 4:00. After January 1,tThe Visitor Center and Wrming Hut will be open on weekends only. There will be a guided hike on Saturdays at 1:00 pm. Please meet at the Warming Hut and... Read More
