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  • Campfire

    Meet at the campfire center behind the Visitor Center.

  • Crafts

    Ralston Classroom 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    Butterflies and Caterpillars! Meet in the Ralston Classroom in the Education Building next to the Visitor Center

  • Campfire – “Hug-a-Tree”

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

    Presented by Calaveras County Search and Rescue "Hug A Tree" teaches children how to survive in the woods should they become lost. Meet at the campfire center behind the Visitor Center Please call 209-795-7980 or 209-795-3840 for more information.

  • Creek Critters

    Beaver Creek 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United States

    This popular summer program begins  at 1 pm.  Meet at Beaver Creek Picnic Area and bring water, snacks, sun screen.  Allow for construction on Highway 4 and travel time to Beaver Creek Join in the fun as you explore and find all the marvelous critters that live in the water.  Look at them under microscopes [...]

  • Photography Program

    Focus:  Trailscapes (Bradley Grove Trail) Meet at: South Grove parking area We’ll look at what’s growing along Beaver Creek, and how this area differs from the forest. Hiking Length:  moderate   Difficulty:  moderate About this program The weekly Photography Program began with the 2016 season as an idea for docents & locals to  experience the park, [...]

  • Jr. Rangers – Jr. Cubs

    Jr. Rangers – Jr. Cubs
    Area Behind Ranger's Station

    Junior Rangers - a statewide parks program for kids ages 7-12 to experience fun, educational activities outdoors.  Participants get a stamp for each program attended and earn prizes. Junior Cubs - an exclusive Calaveras Big Trees program for kids ages 3-6 with parents to experience fun, educational activities outdoors.

  • Art in the Park

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

    Arts of Bear Valley presents their 17th annual Art Show and Sale. When:  Daily June 28 - July 11             11 am - 4 pm Where: Jack Night Hall Stop by and see the beautiful artwork done by all the talented local artists.

  • North Grove Guided Walk

    North Grove Guided Walk

    An easy walk around the North Grove trail led by knowledgeable Docents and staff.  All ages are welcome.  Allow 1.5-2 hours to complete the walk. Meet Trailhead (end of main parking lot, near Warming Hut) Bring water and wear comfortable shoes. Call 209-795-7980 or 209-795-3840 for more information.

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