All Special Events, Program Activities, dates and times
are subject to change and Park Entrance fees apply. If you are interested in staging a
special event or activity at Lopez Lake please contact our Park Ranger staff at (805) 788-2381.
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2013 |
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Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee. |
Saturday
May 4 |
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00am – 12:00pm Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited please sign up by 8:30am. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
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Saturday
May 18 |
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting - 10:30am - 11:30am. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30am - 3:30pm to participate in their project work day. After the meeting participate in one of the many projects FOLL is working on or help keep Lopez Lake beautiful and pick-up shoreline litter.
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Saturday
May 19 |
Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Saturday
May 25 |
Smokey Bear Campfire Show - 8:30pm - 9:30pm Join us at the Nature Center next to the Marina for our campfire show. This Saturday opens the campfire show season with a special guest.
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Saturday
May 25 |
Moonlit Horseback Ride - 7:30pm - 10:30pm The Black Bear Riders are hosting a ride on the Duna Vista Trail. Bring your horse and join the ride. Meet at the horse camp by 7:30. Call Jeanie Keeffe @ 481-1665 for more information.
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Saturday
May 25 |
Owls are Master Hunters of the Night - 8:30pm – 9:30pm - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike.
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Sunday
May 26 |
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Outdoor Discovery Festival at Lopez Lake Recreaiton Area
11:00am - 5:00pm come and discover the great outdoors with San Luis Obispo County Parks. Activities include Nature Boat Tours, Eco-Fair with exhibits and demonstrations, Arts & Craft activities and vendors. Live music entertainment will be happening throughout the day. If you like hiking, biking, kayaking and more. This is the place to be! It's a great family event and everyone is welcome.
Day use fees are $10 per vehicle so make sure you carpool to this green event.
Info: (805) 788-2381 or Outdoor Discover Festival |
Saturday
5/11 |
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2013 |
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Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Saturday
June 1 |
| Geology Rocks Campfire Show 8:30pm - 9:30pm Join us at the Nature Center next to the Marina for our campfire show. |
Saturday
June 1 |
Duna Vista Exploration Hike - 9:00am - 12:00pm - Dust off the hiking boots and join us on this ranger guided hike boasting views of the Santa Lucia Mountain range and Pacific Ocean. Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels hike.
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Sunday
June 2 |
Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Saturday
June 8 |
| There's a Snake in my Boot Campfire Show 8:30pm - 9:30pm Join us at the Nature Center next to the Marina for our campfire show. |
Saturday
June 8 |
| Know Your Neighbors: Plant ID Hike 12:00pm – 2:00pm. Join the Ranger for a guided nature walk to learn about the Native Plants in the park. Meet at the Registration Office. |
Sunday
June 9 |
| Movie Night - 8:30pm - 9:30pm Meet at the Nature Center and join us for a family fun night. Friends of Lopez Lake will be presenting an outdoor nature movie event. |
Tuesday
June 11 |
Predators of the Sky Guided Hike - 10:00am - 11:00am - Meet at the Wittenberg Arm kiosk for a ranger guided hike! Learn how to recognize these awesome monarchs of the sky! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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Wednesday
June 12 |
Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00am – 12:00pm Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited please sign up by 8:30am. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
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Saturday
June 15 |
Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Saturday
June 15 |
| Creepiest Crawlers Campfire Show 8:30pm - 9:30pm Join us at the Nature Center next to the Marina for our campfire show. |
Saturday
June 15 |
Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting - 10:30am - 11:30am. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30am - 3:30pm to participate in their project work day. After the meeting participate in one of the many projects FOLL is working on or help keep Lopez Lake beautiful and pick-up shoreline litter.
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Sunday
June 16 |
| Movie Night - 8:30pm - 9:30pm Meet at the Nature Center and join us for a family fun night. Friends of Lopez Lake will be presenting an outdoor nature movie event. |
Tuesday
June 18 |
Scats and Tracks Guided Hike - 10:00am - 11:00am - Meet at the Registration Office for a ranger guided hike! Learn how to identify animals by looking at the things they leave behind! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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Wednesday
June 19 |
| Black Bear Riders Work Weekend @ the horse camp. Open to the public. Call Jeannie Keefe @ 805-481-1665 for details. |
Friday
June 21 |
Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Saturday
June 22 |
Moonlit Horseback Ride - 7:30pm - 10:30pm The Black Bear Riders are hosting a ride on the Duna Vista Trail. Bring your horse and join the ride. Meet at the horse camp by 7:30pm. Call Jeanie Keeffe @ 481-1665 for more information. NEW: The equestrian division of Friends of Lopez Lake, Black Bear Riders, are having a Camp 'N Ride Invitational which includes the monthly Full Moon Ride and a Sunday morning brunch. Arrive on Friday and camp with us Friday and/or Saturday nights.This is a 'fund-raiser' gathering so your $20 per corral per day/night goes back to the BB Riders. Limit: 20 corrals. Learn who we are, how we help maintain the many trails and the horse camp at Lopez Lake while having fun with our horses. Contact Jeannie Keeffe at 805-481-1665 to register for the full event.
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Saturday
June 22 |
| Wings and Things Campfire Show 8:30pm - 9:30pm Join us at the Nature Center next to the Marina for our campfire show. |
Saturday
June 22 |
| Owls are Master Hunters of the Night - 9:00pm – 10:00pm - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike. |
Sunday
June 23 |
| Movie Night - 8:30pm - 9:30pm Meet at the Nature Center and join us for a family fun night. Friends of Lopez Lake will be presenting an outdoor nature movie event. |
Tuesday
June 25 |
Geology Rocks Guided Hike - 10:00am - 11:00am - Meet at the Registration Office for a ranger guided hike! Learn about the rocks in the park and how you can read history from them! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water.
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Wednesday
June 26 |
Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45am. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Saturday
June 29 |
| All About Bats Campfire Show 8:30pm - 9:30pm Join us at the Nature Center next to the Marina for our campfire show. |
Saturday
June 29 |
Blackberry Spring and Turkey Ridge Loop Trail - 10:00am - 12:00pm - Come take a guided hike with a ranger to explore the trials in the park. Moderate to Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike.
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Sunday
June 30 |
| Special Events |
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June Bloom Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Trail Run, 5k Flat, and a Tiny Mile for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees doe not include the Park Entry fee of $10.
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381 |
Sunday
6/9 |
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2013 |
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Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m |
TBA |
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Life of an Oak Tree Hike - 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m. |
TBA |
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Owl Call Night Hike - 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig |
TBA |
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Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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"Wings and Things"Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. |
TBA |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 10:00 a.m -11:00 a.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily. |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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"The Bee's Knees" Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m -2:00 p.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily with Ranger Lenny |
TBA |
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Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381 |
TBA |
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Tracks and Scats Guided Hike - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Meet at the registration office for a reanger guided hike.Learn about the animals in the park and how you can identify them! Wear sturdy shoes and bring water |
TBA |
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"Fins & Scales!" Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m. To reserve your space, sign up at the Registration office. You may also bring your own or rent one from the Marina. Call for more details! $3.00 kids (12 and under) $6.00 Adults |
TBA |
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CA Dept. of Fish & Game FREE Fishing Day
Sponsored by: California Department of Fish & Game. On Free Fishing Day, Californians can fish any freshwater lakes without a fishing license. All other regulations apply.
Information: (805) 788-2415 |
Saturday
7/6 |
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2013 |
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Owl Call Night Hike - 8:15 p.m. - 9:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig |
TBA |
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Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m.Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim |
TBA |
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Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. Plants are our neighbors too! Get familiar with the native plants we see daily with Ranger Lenny. |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. |
TBA |
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Movie Night 8:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Friends of Lopez Lake
Info: (805) 788-2381 |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m. |
TBA |
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Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m |
TBA |
| Special Events |
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2013 |
| Program / Activity |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Campfire Show - 8:30 p.m. with Ranger Staff at the Nature Center. |
TBA |
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Owl Call Night Hike - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m Come and learn about the different species of owls in our area. This hike is a real hoot! Join Ranger Craig |
TBA |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. |
TBA |
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Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30 a.m -12:30 p.m. Come and explore the treasures of Lopez Lake on this 1.5 mile hike through different plant communities with Ranger Tim |
TBA |
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Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m. |
TBA |
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Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m |
TBA |
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2nd Annual Pan Fish Derby
Join us for the fun as you try to catch the "Big One.
Information: (805) 788-2381 |
Saturday
9/7 |
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CA Dept. of Fish & Game FREE Fishing Day
Sponsored by: California Department of Fish & Game. On Free Fishing Day, Californians can fish any freshwater lakes without a fishing license. All other regulations apply.
Information: (805) 788-2415 |
Saturday
9/7 |
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12th Annual Scott Tinley Triathlon
Information: www.tricalifornia.com
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Fri - Sun
10/4 - 10/6
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Summers End Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Trail Run, 5k Flat, and a Tiny Mile for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees doe not include the Park Entry fee of $10.
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381 |
Sunday
9/15 |
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2013 |
| Program / Activity |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Kayak Tour - 9:00 a.m -11:30 a.m. |
TBA |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. |
TBA |
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Owl Call Night Hike - 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. - Learn about the history and mystery hidden elow the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Full Moon Guided Horseback Ride - 7:30 p.m |
TBA |
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2013 |
| Program / Activity |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. |
TBA |
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Escondido Spur HIke - 10:00 a.m -12:00 p.m. Enjoy this 1 mile hike with Ranger staff while learning about Lopez Lake history and ecology. |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Turkey Trot Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10k Turkey Trail Trek, 5k Turkey Trek, and a Tiny Mile Turkey Trot for ages 6 & under. Entry Fees: 10k - $35, 5k - $30, Tiny Mile - $15. These fees doe not include the Park Entry fee of $10.
Pre-event contact: Jeannie at (805) 481-1665
Race day contact: Ranger Office at (805) 788-2381 |
Sunday
11/17
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2013 |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m. with Ranger Lenny |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Come before 11a.m. to allow time to fish. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. |
TBA |
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Ancient Oaks Guided Hike - 9:30 a.m -10:30 a.m. with Ranger Craig |
TBA |
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Nature Boat Cruise - 10:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Learn about the history and mystery hidden below the water as well as the flora and fauna that live in the park. Rain cancels event.. $6.00 per adult $3.00 per child. |
TBA |
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Owls are Master Hunters of the Night - 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike. |
TBA |
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Know Your Neighbor Plant Id Hike - 11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. -Dust off the hiking boots and join us on a ranger guided hike to learn abou the native plants in the park. Please wear sturdy shoes, bring water and meet at the Registration Office. Moderate to Strenuous Hike. Rain cancels hike. |
TBA |
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Duna Vista Exploration Hike - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Come join Ranger staff on this exciting hike and experience some of the most breathtaking views of the Santa Lucia Mountain range and Pacific Ocean. Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited plese sign up by 9:30 a.m. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
TBA |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. to participate in their project work day. After the meeting participate in one of the may projects FOLL is working on or help keep Lopez Lake beautiful and pick-up shoreline litter. |
TBA |
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Escondido Spur HIke - 10:00 a.m -12:00 p.m. Take an invigorating hike with the ranger and learn about the history of Lopez Lake. Hike is strenuous and boasts beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hillsides. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Arboleda Group Day use area. |
TBA |
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2014 |
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Blackberry Springs Turkey Ridge Exploration Hike - 10:30a.m -12:30 p.m. - Come take a guided hike with a ranger to explore the trails in the park. Moderate to Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike. |
TBA |
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Owls are Master Hunters of the Night - 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike. |
TBA |
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Escondido Spur HIke - 10:00 a.m -12:00 p.m. Take an invigorating hike with the ranger and learn about the history of Lopez Lake. Hike is strenuous and boasts beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hillsides. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Arboleda Group Day use area. |
TBA |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited plese sign up by 9:30 a.m. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting - 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. After the meeting participate in one of the may projects FOLL is working on or help keep Lopez Lake beautiful and pick-up shoreline litter. |
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Duna Vista Exploration Hike - 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Come join Ranger staff on this exciting hike and experience some of the most breathtaking views of the Santa Lucia Mountain range and Pacific Ocean. Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels event. |
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Escondido Spur HIke - 10:00am - 12:00pm - Take an invigorating hike with the ranger and learn about the history of Lopez Lake, Hike is strenuous and boasts beautiful views of the lake and surrounding hillsides. Bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Arboleda Group Day Use Area. |
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Know Your Neighbors Native Plant Hike - 11:00am - 2:00pm - Dust off the hiking boots and join us on this ranger guided hike to learn about he native plants in the park. Moderate to Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike. |
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Stewardship Traveler Program - Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Fishing and Outdoor Ethics Clinic - 9:00am – 12:00am Join knowledgeable anglers for hands-on fishing clinic that includes outdoor ethics, fishing instruction, skills techniques, and actual fishing time on the parks fishing dock. Stewardship Travelers will then participate in a Ranger led aquatic ecology hike and helpful shoreline clean-up to protect wildlife habitat if desired. Adults and kids 16 and over will need a fishing license, which can be purchased at the Marina. The fishing clinic is free, but there is a $10 per vehicle entrance fee. Meet at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited please sign up by 8:30am. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event. For more information go to slocountyparks.org, Special Event Calendar |
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30am - 11:30am. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30am - 3:30pm to participate in their project work day. After the meeting participate in one of the many projects FOLL is working on or help keep Lopez Lake beautiful and pick-up shoreline litter. |
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Duna Vista Exploration Hike - 9:00am – 12:00pm - Come join Ranger staff on this exciting hike and experience some of the most breathtaking views of the Santa Lucia Mountain range and Pacific Ocean. Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels event. |
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Owls are Master Hunters of the Night Hike - 7:30pm – 8:30pm - Bring the family, take a guided night hike and learn all about the owls in our park. The hike will be moderate to easy. Dress warm, wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the registration office. Rain cancels hike. |
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Blackberry Spring and Turkey Ridge Loop Trail Hike - 10:30am - 12:30pm - Come take a guided hike with a ranger to explore the trials in the park. Moderate to Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike. |
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Spring Splash Fun Run at Lopez Lake Recreation Area
This is a fundraising event sponsored by the Friends of Lopez Lake. Come rain or shine the runs will start at 8:00 a.m. and include a 10 Trail Run, 5k Flat Run, and a Tiny Mile Run for ages 6 & under. |
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Cal Poly March Triathlon Series
A competitive sporting event which promotes athletic excellence, sportsmanship, and a love for the sport while raising money for the Cal Poly Triathlon Team.
Information about sprint or olympic distance races: www.marchtriathlonseries.com |
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Nature Boat Cruise 9:15am – 10:45pm. Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lakeon the Ranger led boat tour. The two hour tour aboard the park's pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. Call the registration office at 788-2381 to sign up. $6 adults/$3 kids. 16 seat limit. Meet at the Marina. $10 park entrance fee.
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Duna Vista Exploration Hike - 9:00am - 12:00pm - Dust off the hiking boots and join us on this ranger guided hike boasting views of the Santa Lucia Mountain range and Pacific Ocean. Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Wittenberg Arm Kiosk. Rain cancels hike.
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| Know Your Neighbors: Plant ID Hike 10:00am – 12:00pm. Join the Ranger for a guided nature walk to learn about the Native Plants in the park. Meet at the Registration Office. |
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Learn to Fish at the Lopez Lake Kids Free Fishing Clinic - 9:00am – 12:00am Bring the Kids (under 16) to the lake for a Free Fishing Clinic. The clinic is held at the Nature Center near the Marina. Space is limited please sign up by 9:30am. Kids will be given lessons with an experienced fishermen on fishing ethics and conservation, knot tying, fish types and ecology as well as how to cast your line. All equipment needed is provided and everyone gets a chance to fish. Rain cancels event.
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Friends of Lopez Lake Monthly Meeting and Project Work Day - 10:30am - 11:30am. Show your support and share your ideas at the Friends Of Lopez Lake monthly meeting. Join the Friends after the meeting from 11:30am - 3:30pm to participate in their project work day. After the meeting participate in one of the many projects FOLL is working on or help keep Lopez Lake beautiful and pick-up shoreline litter.
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Stewardship Traveler Program - Natural History Boat Cruise - 9:15am - 11:15am - Explore the far reaches of Lopez Lake on the Ranger led boat tour. The two-hour tour aboard the park’s pontoon boat will include topics such as the natural and cultural history, the flora and fauna, and operational practices of Lopez Lake. The boat will dock at popular shoreline beaches to allow for helpful litter pick-up and vegetation management for habitat protection., Cost: $6.00/adults and $3.00/kids 12 and under, Please call ahead to reserve, space is limited. $10.00 per vehicle to enter the park for the day.Donation Contact Name: Cheryl Spence – President Friends of Lopez Lake, P.O. Box 86, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420, Donation Website: slopost.org – Project Committee/Friends of Lopez Lake.
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Blackberry Spring and Turkey Ridge Loop Trail - 10:00am - 12:00pm - Come take a guided hike with a ranger to explore the trials in the park. Moderate to Strenuous Hike. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Meet at the Registration Office. Rain cancels hike.
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