Mountain Parks Foundation
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| General Agency Information | |||
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| Name: | Mountain Parks Foundation | ||
| Address: | 525 North Big Trees Park Road Felton, CA 95018-9666 Driving Directions | ||
| Primary Phone: | 831-335-3174 | ||
| Fax Number: | 831-335-4295 | ||
| Email Address: | redwoods@mountainparks.org | ||
| Website: | www.mountainparks.org | ||
| Days/Hours of Operation/Phone: | Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday 5:00 am to 5:00 pm | ||
| Description: | Mountain Parks Foundation funds the nature education and enrichment programs offered at Henry Cowell and Big Basin Redwoods State Parks. We believe an informed public will ensure the preservation of the natural habitats and cultural history of our California State Parks.
These programs annually serve more than 1.5 million park visitors, including more than 200 student classes who participate in on-site curriculum-based educational programs. Mountain Parks Foundation provides for: -visitor and nature centers -nature and cultural history events -a professional interpretive staff -supplies and resources used by the parks' more than 200 dedicated volunteers and docents -trail signs, information panels, books, guides, -maps and materials that inform and broaden visitors' park experiences -facilities, services, special programming and other activities Main Store is located at: Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Open 7 days a week, 831-335-0782 10:00am to 6:00 pm Daily or Shop Online Store at Big Basin Redwoods State Park open weekends, 831-338-1927 10:00 am to 5:00 pm ELIGIBILITY: Docents must go through training program. FEES: Most events are free to public. Park Entrance Fee: $10; $9 for Seniors) | ||
| Mission: | Mountain Parks Foundation in cooperation with California State Parks provides resources that enrich visitor's experiences by expanding their knowledge and appreciation of the natural environment and cultural heritage of Henry Cowell and Big Basin Redwoods State Parks. | ||
| Programs: | Ohlone Day, held in September
Annual Lobster Feed in October | ||
| Volunteer Info: | Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park is seeking volunteers who want to assist visitors and share the natural and cultural history of the park. To inquire about joining the Henry Cowell docent volunteer staff, please call (831) 335-7077
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| Languages other than English: | None | ||
| Accommodations for Disabled: | Call for Information | ||
| Public Transportation: | Not Available | ||
| Eligibility: | See Description Notes | ||
| Fees: | See Description Notes | ||
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| Areas Served: | Santa Cruz County | ||
| Physical Location: | Felton | ||
| Subject Headings | |||
| Conservation Cultural Heritage Programs Hiking Hiking Trails Historic Preservation Maps Museums Natural History Museums Nature Centers/Walks Private Nonprofits Public Awareness/Education Volunteer Opportunities | |||
| This record last modified November 20, 2012 | |||
