Rancho del Oso - Big Basin Redwoods State Park

05/28/2023

Are you missing us? 😢 We have officially moved to our new account, San Mateo Coast State Parks. Head over there to stay up to date with all the latest happenings within state parks in San Mateo County.

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Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Coastside State Parks Association

05/27/2023

⏰ Time is running out! There is only 1 day left until we transition to our new account, San Mateo Coast State Parks. This account will be your one-stop shop for all things park related including park updates, interesting nature/historical facts, and connecting with fellow park lovers.

☝️ Be sure to follow us at San Mateo Coast State Parks!

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📍Ohlone Tribal Land
Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Coastside State Parks Association

05/26/2023

Do you love state parks? 🌲 Do you enjoy learning about nature? 🧐 Want to brush up on the California history? 🌁 If you answered yes to any of these questions, be sure to follow us on San Mateo Coast State Parks.

We officially make the transition on May 26th so be sure to follow us on the new account! See you there!

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Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Coastside State Parks Association

05/25/2023

📣 We have something exciting in store for you! Beginning May 26, 2023, we will be moving to a new account, San Mateo Coast State Parks. Be sure to follow along so you can stay up to date with the latest park happenings and connect with the community of park lovers!

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📍Ohlone Tribal Land
Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Coastside State Parks Association

05/14/2023

04/28/2023

This is your invitation to follow our new account !

Our current accounts for Rancho Del Oso, Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park, and Half Moon Bay State Beach will be moving over to this new account on May 26th.

04/14/2023

Have you followed our new account San Mateo Coast State Parks yet? It’s got great info and fantastic photos and videos of some of your favorite state parks and beaches, including Half Moon Bay State Beach, Año Nuevo State Park, Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park, and the Rancho del Oso portion of Big Basin. What are you waiting for? Join us today!
⚠️Make sure to follow San Mateo Coast State Parks soon as the Rancho del Oso account will be closed in May 2023.

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📍Ohlone Tribal Lands

03/25/2023

We have exciting news! We are combining with other state parks and beaches on the San Mateo Coast to form a new Facebook account:San Mateo Coast State Parks Follow us there for more of the inspirational nature photos, cool nature facts, and important State Parks updates you love for more of our great parks, including Half Moon Bay State Beach, Año Nuevo State Park, Pigeon Point Light Station State Historic Park, and the Rancho del Oso portion of Big Basin.

Thank you so much for your support and appreciation for California’s amazing natural and cultural resources. We’ll see you soon on Mateo Coast State Parks!

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Friends of Santa Cruz State Parks Coastside State Parks Association Sempervirens Fund Save the Redwoods League California State Parks Foundation Parks California

03/11/2023

Santa Cruz District is hiring again! We are recruiting for a BIPOC Community Coordinator.

This is a part-time, year-round position that will conduct interpretive programs like campfires and children’s programs at state parks and beaches in Aptos and Watsonville, staff the Seacliff State Beach Visitor Center, and assist in coordination with local BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities via public outreach and special events.

In an effort to better represent and serve the rich diversity of our region, individuals who are Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color (BIPOC) and/or who identify as LGBTQAI+ are strongly encouraged to apply.

The deadline to apply is April 14. For more information, visit www.parks.ca.gov/scdjobs

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03/11/2023

Santa Cruz District is now hiring seasonal interpreters for Summer 2023! If you enjoy working outdoors and with the public, this could be a great entry-level job for you.

Summer interpreters lead guided walks and conduct campfire and children’s programs while spending time in some of the most beautiful places in California! The summer season runs from mid-May through Labor Day weekend.

The deadline to apply is April 7. For more information, visit www.parks.ca.gov/scdjobs

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03/11/2023

03/10/2023

Do you enjoy working in an office environment and spending time in local state parks? Good news: we are hiring for an administrative senior park aide at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park! This is a great entry level position with possible opportunities to promote!

This position will work year-round, part-time at the Santa Cruz District Office located in Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. The senior park aide will provide basic front office clerical duties and also support our administrative programs such as Accounting, Contracts, and Personnel.

The deadline to apply is close of business on March 17, 2023. If interested, please send a resume and completed STD 678 application form to [email protected].

For more information, visit www.parks.ca.gov/scdjobs

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