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  • Partnership/Volunteer Day

    Protecting parks is a big job, and we rely on so many businesses, nonprofits, volunteers and community organizations to help fulfill the California State Parks’ mission. Learn about the important roles partners play and how you can support them—and how you can become a partner yourself. Meet Calaveras Big Trees Association (CBTA) by the Visitor [...]

  • Discovery Day

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Calaveras Big Trees State Park Discovery Day Saturday July 23, 2022         Activities from 11:30am - 3pm Discover and learn more about the park's past. Start your journey by picking up your passport and boarding an imaginary stagecoach though time. You will travel to different point in history, complete activities and receive a [...]

  • Winter Super Powers

    Feeling the winter blues and wondering how other living things get by? Come learn in our upcoming webinar, Winter Superpowers, on January 26th at 1:30pm. Register here: https://ports-ca.zoom.us/.../WN_oih-upHeTFi0Lk-IDI7VWQ This program is designed for teachers and students but all are welcome.

  • Earth Day Events

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Earth Day Events Celebrate Earth Day, 4/22/23, with us! There are three different programs you may attend: Calaveras Big Trees Association Seminar: Exploring the Pacific Crest Trail with Dave Baugher  Dave Baugher, retired Arnold fire chief, completed hiking the Pacific Crest Trail in August 2022. After a nine-year adventure, Dave has many stories to tell. [...]

  • SOLD OUT -2023 Dogwood Festival

    Jack Knight Hall - Calaveras Big Trees State Park 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    SOLD OUT   Celebrate the season of the Dogwood Ticket Includes: Carriage Ride - Quartz Mtn Carriage Co. Music by "Blind Dog" Light Lunch Wine Tasting-Indian Rock Vineyards Lots of Fun! Tickets $60 Adults - $30 kids 12 and under Ticket includes admission to the Park if purchased online. Date:        [...]

  • Camping for Beginners Workshop – California State Parks Week

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Come by Jack Knight Hall at 11 a.m. to learn about Leave No Trace principles. This event is part of California State Parks Week, learn more at https://castateparksweek.org/

  • North Grove Area History Walk – California State Parks Week

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Explore history and discover a new connection to this beautiful place with docent Joan Allday. Did you know Calaveras Big Trees is known for sharing giant sequoias with the world? Meet at the Visitor Center patio and 1 p.m. This event is part of California State Parks Week, learn more at https://castateparksweek.org/

  • Lava Bluffs Trail Guided Hike – California State Parks Week

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    This moderate to strenuous 2.5-mile trail will take the group through varied environments and across a volcanic formation with a chance of spotting wildflowers. There are many steep sections along this trail, including some with difficult footing. Long pants and sturdy shoes are advised. Allow 2–3 hours and bring plenty of water. Meet at Lava [...]

  • Nature Journaling – California State Parks Week

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    You don’t have to hike to enjoy nature. During this guided exercise, you learn how to focus your mind and appreciate the detail of the forest community. The creation of a nature journal allows for creativity and relaxation. Allow for 1.5 hours. Meet at the River Picnic Area at 10:30 a.m. This event is part [...]

  • Noon Community Picnic – California State Parks Week

    Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Bring your own lunch and supplies and gather at the River Picnic area and enjoy a community picnic. Meet at River Picnic Area at noon. This event is part of California State Parks Week, learn more at https://castateparksweek.org/

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