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News & Events

Stories, updates, and things to do in the parks.

Stay connected with what is happening at Mountain Parks Foundation and inside Henry Cowell and Big Basin Redwoods State Parks. From press coverage to stories from the field to upcoming events, this is where you will find us.

Upcoming Events

There is almost always something happening in our parks. Guided hikes, educational programs, astronomy nights, cultural celebrations and more. Check back often for the latest events and activities at Henry Cowell and Big Basin.

Big Basin Events
Big Basin Events
Henry Cowell Events
Henry Cowell Events

News & Stories

Updates, press coverage, and stories from the parks. When we have something worth sharing, you will find it here.

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CZU Fire 5th Anniversary
CZU Fire 5th Anniversary

It’s been 5 years since the CZU fires devastated the region, and in particular, Big Basin Redwoods State Park, but nature has been hard at work renewing her landscapes, and on Monday, August 18th, a special remembrance and renewal event will take place from 10am-1pm as a collaboration between Big Basin Redwoods State Park and the Mountain Parks Foundation. 

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A Fond Farewell to the Lobster FeedThank You for 30 Incredible Years!
A Fond Farewell to the Lobster FeedThank You for 30 Incredible Years!
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Can’t Get to the Park? Take A Virtual Tour of Henry Cowell Now!
Can’t Get to the Park? Take A Virtual Tour of Henry Cowell Now!

Embark on a virtual stroll through Henry Cowell's Redwood Grove Trail.

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Redwood Yoga
Redwood Yoga

You can find ‘Yoga in the Redwoods’ at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in Felton teaching in the Iyengar Yoga tradition

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Redwood Rx: State Parks offer prescription for wellness and education
Redwood Rx: State Parks offer prescription for wellness and education

Pilot program features outdoor classes at Big Basin, Henry Cowell

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Redwood Rx program brings health and wellness activities to the redwoods
Redwood Rx program brings health and wellness activities to the redwoods

Through one of the activities in the newly launched Redwood Rx program, participants learn to write in partnership with nature. The activity is one in a series running through October that are focused on nature-based health and wellness. (Credit: Mountain Parks Foundation)

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Introducing Redwood Rx
Introducing Redwood Rx

Mountain Parks Foundation announces the launch of Redwood Rx, which provides nature-based guided programs at Henry Cowell, Fall Creek, and Big Basin Redwoods State Parks.

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Big Basin Redwoods State Park Reopens July 22 with Reservation-Only Day-Use Access
Big Basin Redwoods State Park Reopens July 22 with Reservation-Only Day-Use Access

Limited public access to the fire-scarred park returns almost two years after CZU Fire

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Rebuilding an Iconic California State Park With Birds and Wildfire In Mind
Rebuilding an Iconic California State Park With Birds and Wildfire In Mind

In 2020, a blaze consumed Big Basin Redwoods State Park, incinerating cabins, blackening ancient trees, and imperiling endangered murrelets. Staff now want to reimagine the park to better ensure the seabird’s future.

By Sarah Gilman
Reporter, Audubon Magazine
Summer 2022

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Santa Cruz County mountains ranked on New York Times places to travel in 2022
Santa Cruz County mountains ranked on New York Times places to travel in 2022

The New York Times published a travel article where they list the 52 places across the globe where travelers can be "part of the solution" and Santa Cruz County made the list.

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Update: Limited Reopening
Update: Limited Reopening

Rancho del Oso Nature and History Center will be open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning Memorial Day Weekend, May 29 and 30.

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Signs of Renewal
Signs of Renewal

More than eight months after the CZU Lightning Complex Fire swept through Big Basin, signs of renewal can be seen.

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Our Annual Lobster Feed

We know that for many, the Lobster Feed has been a major way you have financially supported our redwoods state parks. While we are heart-broken to cancel our organization’s largest annual fundraiser, we invite you to support us this year by donating the amount you would have spent on Lobster Feed tickets to help fund our work.

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