Events
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Night Skies with Doc Nancy
Meet at the Scenic Overlook to talk about stars, planets, constellations and mythology. Bring a chair and blanket to keep warm and cozy. June 9, 2023 9:00 pm June 10, 2023 9:00 pm July 7, 2023 8:30 pm August 11, 2023 8:00 pm August 12, 2023 [...]
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Prescribed Burn Planned
California State Parks and CAL FIRE Plan Prescribed Burn at Calaveras Big Trees State Park Work expected to begin as soon as June 12 ARNOLD, Calif.— California State Parks, in cooperation with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), plan to conduct prescribed burning at Calaveras Big Trees State Park starting as soon [...]
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Camping for Beginners Workshop – California State Parks Week
Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United StatesCome 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/
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North Grove Area History Walk – California State Parks Week
Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United StatesExplore 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/
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Lava Bluffs Trail Guided Hike – California State Parks Week
Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United StatesThis 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 [...]
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Nature Journaling – California State Parks Week
Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United StatesYou 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 [...]
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Noon Community Picnic – California State Parks Week
Calaveras Big Trees 1170 East Highway 4, Arnold, CA, United StatesBring 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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Astronomy Nights
Enjoy an evening under the stars Look through a telescope Learn about the night sky photo by Alan Beymer MAY 25, 2023 - 7:30 PM JUNE 15, 2023 - 8:00 PM JUNE 29, 2023 - 8:00 PM JULY 13, 2023 - 8:00 PM JULY 27, 2023 - 7:30 PM AUGUST 17, 2023 - 8:00 PM [...]
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Junior Rangers and Cubs – California State Parks Week
Junior Ranger (7-12) and Junior Cubs (3-6) Children’s programs focusing on stewardship and climate change. Meet across from Jack Knight Hall at 10 a.m. This event is part of California State Parks Week, learn more at https://castateparksweek.org/
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Celebrating the South Grove Preserve: Joining the Old-Growth Forest Network – CA State Parks Week
Join California State Parks and the Old-Growth Forest Network in this celebration of the South Grove Preserve joining the Old-Growth Forest Network. Ceremony will be held near the Visitor's Center. After the dedication we will drive to the South Grove Trail Head to go for a hike through this pristine old-growth Giant Sequoia Forest. Plan [...]