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Living History, San Pasqual Battlefield SHP, 8 miles South of Escondido on Hwy 78
February 1, 2008 - February 28, 2008
San Pasqual Battlefield State Historic Park, east of Escondido, honors the soldiers who fought in the battle between the U.S. and California forces on December 6, 1846 in the midst of the Mexican-American War. Join volunteers and docents as they recreate the history of this historic site. Call for more information. (760) 737-2201. First Sunday of every month through June, 10am-4pm.
House Tours, Monterey SHP, From Hwy 1 take Central Monterey exit, follow signs to Fisherman’s Warf parking lot
February 1, 2008 - February 28, 2008
Monterey State Historic Park served as California's capital under Spanish, Mexican and U.S. rule. The U.S. flag was first officially raised in California here on July 7, 1846, bringing 600,000 square miles, including California, into the Union. Ten buildings, including the Custom House, built in 1827, and California's First Theatre (1846-47), and several residences (now museums) built in the 1830s; preserve the area's rich history of early California. Call (831) 657-6348 for more information and times of conducted tours through many of these historical buildings.
Elephant Seal Walks, Año Nuevo SR, 30 miles South of Half Moon Bay on Hwy 1
February 1, 2008 - February 28, 2008
Visitors are guided on a 3-mile, 2.5-hour walk through sand dunes, to watch elephant seals in their natural environment. Walks take place every day, rain or shine. Call for any exceptions. Reservations for the December 15, 2007-March 31, 2008 breeding season are necessary. (800) 444-4445. No tours on December 25, 2007. Walks between between 8:45am and 2pm
California Western Monarch Day, Pismo SB, 2 miles south of the city of Pismo Beach on Hwy 1
February 5, 2008
The Pismo Beach habitat is believed to be the largest in the Western United States. It is a wonderful site to behold huge pods of thousand of colorful butterflies gathered in "their" eucalyptus tree grove. Hundreds more are happily flittering about in the sunlight. Annually our wee-winged most popular visitors make their return migration to Pismo Beach State Park. Call for more information. (800) 443-7778 or (805) 773-4382
California State Capitol Museum Tours, California State Capitol Museum, downtown Sacramento, N Street entrance
Tour this landmark in California history, home of California Legislature since 1869. Guided tours are scheduled daily from 9am to 4pm with an additional tour at 4:30pm, year-round except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. (916) 324-0333.
Gray Whale Viewing, Crystal Cove SP, 8471 Pacific Coast Hwy between Corona del Mar and Laguna Beach.
Bring your binoculars, a picnic lunch and view the fabulous gray whale as it migrates past the park. (949) 494-3539.
Black History Month, Colonel Allensworth SHP, North of Bakersfield, 7 miles West of Earlimart; from Hwy 99 take County Road J22 West to Hwy 43 South.
Guided tours of historic buildings and living history make this a special time. Musical artists will provide entertainment and visitors will enjoy a variety of great food. Call for dates and time. (661) 849-3433.
Annual Sacramento Museum Day, Capital City of Sacramento
Twenty-four participating museums, including State Parks sites such as the California State Indian Museum, Sutter’s Fort SHP, and the California State Railroad Museum will be open free of charge from 10am to 5pm (last admissions at 4pm). For detailed information about participating sites, preferred parking, maps and shuttle routes, visit www.sacmuseums.org and click on “Museum Day” or call (916) 808-7777. Call for date.
