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Dunes Center

The Dunes Center promotes the conservation and restoration of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes ecosystem through education, research, and the support of cooperative stewardship.
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The Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes are a National Natural Landmark and a perfect place to visit and enjoy nature

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🌻Coreopsis Hill-Wildflower Hike with CNPS

Community Hike to Coreopsis Hill 🌻 📅 Saturday, March 21 2026🕘 Meet at 9:00 AM at Wildlife Refuge (details below) The Dunes Center is teaming up with California Native Plant[...]

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21 March 2026
Wildlife Refuge, and Beigle road, 2763 Oso Flaco Lake Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 CA 93434 United States
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Wine Not? Support K-12 STEM Education

  Enjoy the beautiful Riverbench Winery while supporting science education! With your registration you'll savor complimentary wine and automatic entry in our raffle for amazing prizes, gift baskets, and more![...]

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28 March 2026
Riverbench Winery, 6020 Foxen Canyon Rd
Santa Maria, 93454 United States
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Community Tidepool School

🐠Join us for a free guided exploration of the tidepools and a beach walk in the Hollister Ranch Preserve. Docents will guide small groups through the tidepools and provide a[...]

Free
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29 March 2026
Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, 1065 Guadalupe Street
Guadalupe, CA 93434 United States
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Tuesday - Saturday, 10am to 3pm
Appointments Welcome
Admission:
Adults - $7.00
Senior - $6.00
Children 12 and under - Free
Members - Free
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