Crystal Cove Conservancy

We're seeing green for St. Patrick's Day! 🍀💚 Crystal Cove Beach is lucky to border the beautiful shores and magical colors of the Pacific. If you decide to visit us and head down the PCH, you might agree that our beach is a pot of gold waiting to be discovered. 🪙⛱️⁠

We're reminiscing our favorite moments from last year's Baja Whale Expedition. 📸🥰💭 These stunning memories, gifted by our oceans, are a beautiful reminder of our shared journey on Earth. Learn more or sign up at the link in our bio!⁠⁠

Thar she blows! 🐳💦⁠ ⁠ Ever wonder about whale migratory patterns? Or what it would be like to witness them?⁠ ⁠ Find out during our Baja: Pacific Gray Whale Expedition happening this March! ⁠ Learn more & purchase your tickets here: crystalcove.org/event/crystal-…

Ready to witness an extraordinarily magical moment this March? 🐋✨⁠ ⁠ We have limited spots available to embark on our Baja Expedition to one of the last remaining calving grounds for Pacific gray whales!⁠ ⁠ 👉🏻Join us here: crystalcove.org/event/crystal-…

Gray whale calf counts are down. Scientists are paying close attention. President & CEO Kate Wheeler explains why Laguna San Ignacio matters. 👉 Read more: stunewslaguna.com/guest-column-k…

We can't thank Pangea America and @rocknreefs enough for donating a giant sea kelp model for our students! 🌊🪸 This hands-on resource helps make marine science more engaging and accessible. We’re forever grateful for RocknReefs support!

🍎 K–12 teachers—this night is for you! Join us Nov 20 at the Environmental Nature Center for Teachers Night Out: Leading Learning Outside 🌿Explore strategies for outdoor teaching, then relax with dinner, wine & s’mores by the campfire! 🍷🔥 👉 Register: crystalcove.org/event/teachers…

🐚Thrilled Let’s Go Places with @OlgaOspina featured Crystal Cove Conservancy, sharing our mission of conservation, preservation & education. 🌿 🌊Proud to see our impact shine nationwide! ✨ #CrystalCoveConservancy 🎥: @kcalnews @CBSNews youtube.com/watch?v=cSqNfc…

🌿🔥 OC high schoolers: Apply now for the 2025–26 Fire Ecology Internship at Crystal Cove Conservancy! Hands-on science, conservation & career pathways. 📝 Deadline: Sept 14 🔗 crystalcove.org/fire-ecology-h… #HighSchoolInternship #OCStudents #FutureScientists #STEM #Conservation

7 weeks left to win 3 nights in Crystal Cove’s Cottage #14, the South Beach Suite! To learn more and enter, visit crystalcove.org/soiree-2025-op… Winner announced Oct 4! #CrystalCoveConservancy #EndlessSummerSoiree #STEM #HistoricPreservation #SoCalGiveaway

🐬 Dolphins leaping along the Crystal Cove coast! Moments like this make our shores so special. #CrystalCoveConservancy #MarineConservation #Dolphins

Guided hike at Crystal Cove! Sat, Aug 23 | 10:30 AM–12 PM Meet at Education Commons, Historic District Explore geology, ecology & climate change topics with a Conservancy educator. More info crystalcove.org/event/explore-… #CrystalCoveConservancy #SoCalHikes

Crystal Cove isn’t just home to sea creatures! This red-tailed hawk reminds us that conservation protects all species, from tidepools to treetops. #CrystalCoveConservancy #SoCalWildlife #CoastalConservation #RedTailedHawk #NatureLovers #GetOutside #WildlifeWatch

Explore Crystal Cove’s wildlife, plants & geology on our Coastal Ecology Hike! Aug 23, Sept 27, Oct 25 10:30 AM–12 PM Crystal Cove State Park Registration required Info: crystalcove.org/crystal-cove-c… #CrystalCoveConservancy #SoCalHikes #GetOutside #CoastalConservation #Biodiversity

The ocean is full of surprises—and conservation protects all of it, from tidepools to top predators like these majestic orcas. #CrystalCoveConservancy #OrcaWatch #OceanConservation #SoCalWildlife #WhaleWatching #GetOutside #MarineLife #CoastalConservation

Win a 3-night stay in Crystal Cove’s historic oceanfront Cottage #14! Support STEM education & preservation. Tickets $100 each | 7 for $500 Visit Park Store or call 949.392.5019 to enter Winner drawn Oct 4! #CrystalCove #Giveaway #STEM #EndlessSummerSoiree

Join us any Thursday this summer for Thursdays in the Commons for a fun family day! Thursdays, July–Aug 10:30 AM–1:00 PM Education Commons at Crystal Cove State Park All ages. No RSVP needed! Info: crystalcove.org/crystal-cove-c… #CrystalCoveConservancy #EcoEducation #SoCalSummer

The Great Plein Air Art Experience Wed & Thu in July–August 9 AM–2 PM Ages 16+. $130 | $110 for Crystal Cove Conservancy members Registration required More info and other summer programs: crystalcove.org/crystal-cove-c… #CrystalCoveConservancy #PleinAir #ArtWorkshop #OutdoorArt

Join us for a Historic District Walking Tour at Crystal Cove! July 26, Aug 23, Sept 27, Oct 25 2–3 PM | No registration needed More info: crystalcove.org/crystal-cove-c… #CrystalCove #HistoricDistrict #Preservation #SoCalHistory #WalkingTour

We’re on the @TodayShow with @Markjellwood! 🌊✨ Highlighted as a must-visit in a summer travel segment on top U.S. beaches, we are Proud to share this spotlight with @CAStateParks! 🎥 Watch: today.com/video/want-a-b… #CrystalCoveConservancy #TodayShow #BestBeach