Crystal Cove Conservancy

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Located in the Crystal Cove State Park Historic District, Crystal Cove Conservancy is the non-profit cooperating association that assists in raising the funds necessary for preservation, education, and conservation in Crystal Cove State Park.

Happy Father's Day to every dad who's carried a kid on his shoulders through a tide pool and answered fifty questions ab...
06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to every dad who's carried a kid on his shoulders through a tide pool and answered fifty questions about a hermit crab. Some of the best lessons about the world come from a dad simply pointing and saying, "Look at that."⁠
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This is what stewardship looks like, passed down one generation at a time. 🌿⁠

Tag a dad who taught you to look closer! 🪨🔍🧔🏻‍♂️

Juneteenth marks a long-overdue recognition of freedom for all Americans. At Crystal Cove Conservancy, we believe the co...
06/20/2026

Juneteenth marks a long-overdue recognition of freedom for all Americans. At Crystal Cove Conservancy, we believe the coast should belong to everyone too. ⁠
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That's why expanding access for students, families, and communities who have historically faced barriers to the outdoors is part of our work every day, not just today. (In fact, nearly three-quarters of our students come from Title 1 Schools).⁠
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Today, we celebrate freedom. Every day, we work towards access.⁠
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Learn more about our commitment to diversifying natural science initiatives here: https://crystalcove.org/education/

The safety of our guests and community will always be our top priority, so we're happy to highlight a new resource for y...
06/18/2026

The safety of our guests and community will always be our top priority, so we're happy to highlight a new resource for you to use.

You can also access Safe Beach Day here: https://shorturl.at/Q4OER

The recent South Swells have been a powerful reminder of how dynamic our coastline really is. As waves and ocean conditi...
06/17/2026

The recent South Swells have been a powerful reminder of how dynamic our coastline really is. As waves and ocean conditions shift, it's a good moment to pause and ask: what's actually happening beneath the surface?⁠
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LA Times environmental reporter Rosanna Xia recently wrote about CalCOFI, the world's longest-running ocean monitoring program based right off our coast, and how decades of data help scientists understand events like El Niño and marine heat waves before they fully unfold. Her work is a reminder that the ocean is always changing, and paying close attention is how we protect it.⁠
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Join us for a Cove Talk with Rosanna Xia on June 30th as we talk about coastal resilience. This is a conversation for our whole community, from Newport to Laguna and beyond. ⁠
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🌊 Link to register: https://crystalcove.org/event/cove-talk-with-rosanna-xia-california-against-the-sea/

Due to hazardous beach conditions and out of an abundance of caution, this Thursday’s Movies on the Beach: Zootopia 2 at...
06/16/2026

Due to hazardous beach conditions and out of an abundance of caution, this Thursday’s Movies on the Beach: Zootopia 2 at Crystal Cove State Park has been postponed.

The National Weather Service has extended the Hazardous Beach Conditions Statement through Friday night, with the most significant impacts expected at southwest-facing beaches, including Crystal Cove State Park.

The safety of our guests, staff, and community remains our top priority.
In the meantime, you can still look forward to Hoppers on July 2nd and The Wild Robot on August 6th. We hope to see you all there.

An update on the South Swell from our President & CEO, Kate Wheeler.⁠⁠Our efforts to protect the coasts have not wavered...
06/15/2026

An update on the South Swell from our President & CEO, Kate Wheeler.⁠
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Our efforts to protect the coasts have not wavered. Lifeguards and State Park staff will continue to monitor the tides. However, beachgoers are still advised to stay on high alert if visiting.

Focusing on what truly matters. 🩵⁠⁠
06/13/2026

Focusing on what truly matters. 🩵⁠
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06/13/2026

Our 2026 tote is out in the wild. 🌻👀⁠
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Join or renew a membership and it can be yours, along with exclusive events, workshops, coastal experiences, a chance to win a free night at our cottages, and more!⁠
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Snag your own bag here: https://crystalcove.org/reveals-more/

🎨🌊 Paint the Cove with Us!Looking for a fun way to celebrate California State Parks Week?Join us tomorrow morning for a ...
06/10/2026

🎨🌊 Paint the Cove with Us!

Looking for a fun way to celebrate California State Parks Week?

Join us tomorrow morning for a family-friendly plein air painting experience at Crystal Cove State Park. Surrounded by historic cottages, ocean views, and the natural beauty of the coast, you'll learn the basics of outdoor painting while creating your own artwork inspired by the landscape around you.

No painting experience needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity. Our instructor, Debbie Morines, will guide artists ages 8 and up through the process, and all art supplies are included.

✨ Perfect for families
✨ All materials provided
✨ Ages 8+
✨ Beautiful coastal setting
✨ Part of California State Parks Week

📅 June 11 | 9:00–11:30 AM

Spend the morning making art, exploring the coast, and creating memories together.

Register now@ https://crystalcove.org/event/2026-parks-week-family-plein-air-celebrate-community-culture/

What does it look like when the coast starts to disappear, and who gets to decide what comes next?⁠⁠Rosanna Xia has spen...
06/10/2026

What does it look like when the coast starts to disappear, and who gets to decide what comes next?⁠
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Rosanna Xia has spent years asking that question as an award-winning LA Times environmental reporter and author of 'California Against the Sea'.⁠
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Join us on June 30th, 5:30PM - 7:30PM as we discuss what rising seas mean for California's coastline, its communities, and the choices ahead. No doom here, just urgent optimism. ⁠
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🔗👉 Spots fill up fast! Make sure to register here: https://crystalcove.org/event/cove-talk-with-rosanna-xia-california-against-the-sea/

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5 Crystal Cove
Crystal Cove, CA
92657

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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