Central Coast State Parks Association (CCSPA) continues its new Mind Walk Series through March. Central Coast State Parks Association, in partnership with California State Parks, promotes public awareness and stewardship of our natural resources and cultural heritage, now and for future generations. As a cooperative association, they support interpretation, education, and volunteer efforts […]
Celebrate Coastal Discovery & Stewardship Travel with a Free IMAX film! It’s time to up your Stewardship Travel knowledge and awareness during the fifth annual Coastal Discovery & Stewardship Celebration from January 13-February 28, 2018. Throughout this six- week celebration, visitors have the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in local culture, marine life, coastal […]
Whale Trail The Whale Trail is a series of sites where the public may view orcas, other cetaceans and marine mammals from shore. Along the Whale Trail you’ll be looking over the waters of one of our nation’s most spectacular marine protected areas, offering some of the best wildlife viewing in the world-including 34 species of […]
Coastal Discovery & Stewardship Celebration The 10 destinations along California’s Highway 1 Discovery Route (H1DR) in SLO CAL from Ragged Point and Cambria to Avila Beach and Oceano are serious when it comes to the annual Coastal Discovery & Stewardship Celebration. Coastal SLO CAL welcomes visitors to immerse themselves in the local marine culture, coastal […]
RESTAURANT MONTH ENJOY JANUARY IN SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, THE MOST DELICIOUS MONTH OF THE YEAR! More than 50 restaurants across San Luis Obispo County are participating in the 11th annual Restaurant Month, organized by the nonprofit Visit San Luis Obispo County. For about $30, diners can get special three-course prix-fixe meals at participating restaurants, […]
Kind Traveler on Highway 1 Kind Traveler on California Highway 1 – 130 Hotels, Destinations, & Charities Empowering Travelers To Do Good Highway 1 Discovery Route celebrates Kind Traveler’s one-year anniversary and a way for travelers to easily make a positive difference. Kind Traveler, the travel industry’s first socially responsible, ‘Give + Get’ hotel booking […]
5 Incredible North Coast Beaches Beach it this Summer in Ragged Point, San Simeon, Cambria, Cayucos and Los Osos/Baywood Park. Our Stretch of Highway 1 is Open for Business and Wide Open to Roam! It’s summer, time to beat the heat, crowds and traffic and head to the pristine beaches along the North Coast of […]
10 Instagram-able moments Repost from SFGate.com It was a crazy winter, but great news for all you California coast sun seekers: Highway 1 Discovery Route is open and jam-packed with stop after stop of outdoor adventures, pristine beaches, wine tasting, historical activities, fresh seafood, breathtaking views, iconic sites, and more. If you have travel coming up […]
Cambria Stewardship Travel Original Post From California Through My Lens As an avid traveler myself, the idea of stewardship travel is something I can absolutely get behind. Stewardship essentially means caring for or managing something well. In travel this is incredibly important. Whether you are the person traveling to a new place and thus making […]
Earth Day Stewardship Weekend April 21-24, 2017 Join us for a weekend filled with opportunities for you to learn about our beautiful state parks, surrounding natural areas, and have a lot of fun! All of the activities are free, but if you’d like to make a donation to the Central Coast State Parks Association […]
Exploring The Incredible Sand Dunes Of Oceano/Pismo Beach, California This post originally appeared here by Geoffrey Morrison Normally when you think of sand dunes you think of the Sahara, right? Or maybe Sir Lawrence’s Arabia. But probably not… the central California coast. While certainly not as expansive as the world’s full-size deserts, the Pismo dunes are […]
Oceano Dunes Visitor Center Construction of the new Oceano Dunes District Visitor Center was completed in December 2016. This 2.5 Million dollar facility provides our community and park visitors with new educational opportunities. The exhibits highlight our District’s natural and cultural resources as well as our diverse recreational activities. Visitors will learn about Chumash culture, […]
Using Ecotourism to Engage Customers By Mark A. Diaz In the age of convenience, customer satisfaction may no longer be enough to ensure return business. Companies are seeing a growing need to engage their clientele in order to produce a deeper emotional connection that, in turn, results in the invaluable commodity of customer loyalty. Highway […]
Beneath the Surface Dive & Beach Clean-Up Dates: April 22 & April 29, 2017 Join the Central Coast Aquarium for our 6th annual dive clean-up where we take the plunge to collect rubbish and beautify the harbor we all know and love. Get ready for a crisp morning of collecting debris, finding critters, making friends, and exploring […]
Scenic Drive: California Central Coast This Blog Originally Appeared Here Thinking about hitting the road with the top down? But wait. A 61-mile stretch of Highway 1 is closed after winter storms crippled the bridge leading into Big Sur. Is there a scenic detour? You bet! So don’t cancel your plans to make the classic road trip from northern to […]
The Best of CA Highway 1: Must-See Spots In Avila Beach & Valley Pick Your Perfect Paradise in The Land of Ahhs Along the CA Highway 1 Discovery Route Featuring A Warm Inviting Ambience, Miles of White Sandy Beaches, Amenity-Laden Lodging Options, Charming Oceanfront Restaurants, A World Class Spa, Magnificent Local Wines, Shopping and Outdoor […]
Hidden Gems on Highway One in the Central Coast of CA This Blog Originally Appeared Here Heading up the Highway 1 Discovery Route north of Morro Bay just past Villa Creek Road, I discovered a less-traveled hike at the Harmony Headlands that leads you through a meadow livened by birdsong to a wild walk along […]
11 Reasons You Need To Plan A Trip To Coastal San Luis Obispo County This Blog Originally Appeared Here By Daisy Barringer Confession: When we hop in our car for a weekend road trip to escape San Francisco, we usually go to places like Yosemite, Tahoe, Big Sur, Napa, Mendocino, or Point Reyes. One place […]