Community Calendar

Join us for a one-hour hike along the former trade routes of the Northern California Indigenous People and visit sacred indigenous sites. We hike every Thursday as a group to encourage health. The hike meanders along dirt roads, up and down oak-crested hills in one of the most beautiful valleys in California. We leave from the HREC office at the center of the facility. Participants must walk with the HREC/Moai leader, we stay together as a group. We start hiking promptly at 7:30 AM. Hikers who miss the group may not hike alone. We hike about 2 miles in one hour. If you are walking-challenged, please consider walking sticks. Don't be late!

Join MCBG Horticulturist Paul Ruiz-Lopez on a nature walk through the horticultural and natural areas of the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. The main focus of each walk will vary based on the season (see schedule below). Plants will be the main subject of observance and discussion, but we will also keep an eye out for animals such as birds, marine mammals, insects, amphibians, and more. The idea is to highlight the prominent “phenomenon” that is occurring in our garden and natural areas each month. Come explore the Gardens' natural history and learn to think like a naturalist!

Conifers of MCBG – February 15 and 22

Spring Coastal Wildflowers – April 12 and 26

North Coast Seabirds – May 10 and 24

Local Bees – July 5 and 19

Nerd out on nature! Join us for a special spring day of guided exploration, observation, and connection with nature. A stroll through the garden becomes truly enriching when you slow down to appreciate the intricate systems of the natural world. This event offers a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of local ecology with expert naturalists. Dr. Alex Bippus, our visiting guest, has an intoxicating enthusiasm for mosses, liverworts, and lichens that will open your eyes to an often overlooked but essential piece of our local ecosystem.

Sign up for one or two walks and join our "Citizen Science Team" by contributing to the MCBG Spring Field Day 2025 iNaturalist project.

iNaturalist is a fun and easy-to-use tool that lets you contribute to biodiversity science while connecting with fellow naturalists and experts. Whether you're new to citizen science or looking to sharpen your skills, there's something for everyone.

Discover the incredible variety of plants, animals, insects, and more already observed at MCBG—and add your own discoveries to the growing collection!

Join us for a one-hour hike along the former trade routes of the Northern California Indigenous People and visit sacred indigenous sites. We hike every Thursday as a group to encourage health. The hike meanders along dirt roads, up and down oak-crested hills in one of the most beautiful valleys in California. We leave from the HREC office at the center of the facility. Participants must walk with the HREC/Moai leader, we stay together as a group. We start hiking promptly at 7:30 AM. Hikers who miss the group may not hike alone. We hike about 2 miles in one hour. If you are walking-challenged, please consider walking sticks. Don't be late!

Join us for a one-hour hike along the former trade routes of the Northern California Indigenous People and visit sacred indigenous sites. We hike every Thursday as a group to encourage health. The hike meanders along dirt roads, up and down oak-crested hills in one of the most beautiful valleys in California. We leave from the HREC office at the center of the facility. Participants must walk with the HREC/Moai leader, we stay together as a group. We start hiking promptly at 7:30 AM. Hikers who miss the group may not hike alone. We hike about 2 miles in one hour. If you are walking-challenged, please consider walking sticks. Don't be late!

Join us for a one-hour hike along the former trade routes of the Northern California Indigenous People and visit sacred indigenous sites. We hike every Thursday as a group to encourage health. The hike meanders along dirt roads, up and down oak-crested hills in one of the most beautiful valleys in California. We leave from the HREC office at the center of the facility. Participants must walk with the HREC/Moai leader, we stay together as a group. We start hiking promptly at 7:30 AM. Hikers who miss the group may not hike alone. We hike about 2 miles in one hour. If you are walking-challenged, please consider walking sticks. Don't be late!

Join us for a one-hour hike along the former trade routes of the Northern California Indigenous People and visit sacred indigenous sites. We hike every Thursday as a group to encourage health. The hike meanders along dirt roads, up and down oak-crested hills in one of the most beautiful valleys in California. We leave from the HREC office at the center of the facility. Participants must walk with the HREC/Moai leader, we stay together as a group. We start hiking promptly at 7:30 AM. Hikers who miss the group may not hike alone. We hike about 2 miles in one hour. If you are walking-challenged, please consider walking sticks. Don't be late!

Join us for a one-hour hike along the former trade routes of the Northern California Indigenous People and visit sacred indigenous sites. We hike every Thursday as a group to encourage health. The hike meanders along dirt roads, up and down oak-crested hills in one of the most beautiful valleys in California. We leave from the HREC office at the center of the facility. Participants must walk with the HREC/Moai leader, we stay together as a group. We start hiking promptly at 7:30 AM. Hikers who miss the group may not hike alone. We hike about 2 miles in one hour. If you are walking-challenged, please consider walking sticks. Don't be late!

In partnership with California State Parks, MendoParks, Save the Redwoods League, and First 5 Mendocino, join us for a guided family hike into the redwoods! The hike is approximately two miles roundtrip down into a canyon, where participants will enjoy a picnic lunch (provided) and nature journaling at the base of the Russian Gulch waterfall. Additional activities include Forest Bingo and using your senses for an immersive guided nature experience.

Who: up to 25 participants
When: Friday, June 13th, 2025
Where: North Boundary to East Falls Loop Trail (Horse Camp), Russian Gulch State Park
What to bring: Good walking shoes, layers, and a water bottle. A bag lunch will be provided; please inform us of any food allergies/preferences.

Meet at the intersection of the horse camp on road 409 off Hwy 1, north of the main park entrance. Parking is available on the side of the dirt road, free of charge. and we will have a tent for check-in.

Join MCBG Horticulturist Paul Ruiz-Lopez on a nature walk through the horticultural and natural areas of the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens. The main focus of each walk will vary based on the season (see schedule below). Plants will be the main subject of observance and discussion, but we will also keep an eye out for animals such as birds, marine mammals, insects, amphibians, and more. The idea is to highlight the prominent “phenomenon” that is occurring in our garden and natural areas each month. Come explore the Gardens' natural history and learn to think like a naturalist!

Conifers of MCBG – February 15 and 22

Spring Coastal Wildflowers – April 12 and 26

North Coast Seabirds – May 10 and 24

Local Bees – July 5 and 19