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Johnson Farm

The Johnson family has been lovingly tending their 92 acre farm for more than 45 years. Desiring to connect children with farming life, the Johnsons offer hands-on, guided tours geared to the age level of the children. Pick your Christmas tree here, too! Located among the redwoods in Boulder Creek.

Contact:
831-338-0422

Live Earth Farm

Live Earth Farm is a small family organic farm growing a large diversity of fruits and vegetables in beautiful Green Valley. The farm offers community days, educational programs, workshops, and more. Located in Watsonville.

Contact:
831-763-2448

Makers Factory

The Makers Factory offers the opportunity to design, prototype, and manufacture items from 3D objects to complex mechanical/electronic products. Kids’ camps and classes available. Located in Santa Cruz.

Contact:
831-621-0801

Roaring Camp Railroads

Living history! Tour the big trees on a steam engine, with lots of science and history added by the docent. Located in Felton, bordering Henry Cowell State Park.

Contact:
831-335-4484

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Museum tours about the history of the Santa Cruz area, including the native peoples, the geology, and the wildlife and habitats of the Santa Cruz region. Located in Santa Cruz.

Contact:
831-420-6115

Seymour Center at Long Marine Lab

Visit a working marine laboratory. The Seymour Center includes exhibit halls, an aquarium, touch tanks, tours to the marine mammal research, and a beautiful trails overlooking the ocean. Learning programs available, too! Located in Santa Cruz.

Contact:
831-459-3800