Join Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods staff for an easy walk along the coastal bluffs of Sonoma Coast State Park starting at Shell Beach. We’ll observe and photograph species along the trail, and contribute our findings to the Find 30 Species for California Biodiversity Day project on iNaturalist. This is a free event and all ages are welcome!
California has some of the highest species diversity in the world, and Sonoma County is a biodiversity hotspot within California. California Biodiversity Day is September 7th, and Biodiversity Day events occur from September 6th – 14th, 2025 throughout California. The events are a way of celebrating and bringing awareness about the many species of plants and animals that we are connected with, and to take action to steward this incredible home.
To learn more about the Find 30 Species for California Biodiversity Day project on iNaturalist
Event details:
- Please arrive a few minutes early to find parking
- Dress in layers. We will be walking on uneven ground, so wear shoes that are comfortable.
- Bring a water bottle, snack, hat and sunglasses.
- Please leave your animals at home.
- Bring your cell phone with the iNaturalist app on it. If you don’t have a cellphone, you can make observations and share them with the Stewards staff or other participants to photograph and add to our data.
Location: Shell Beach parking lot
We will meet next to the trailhead sign on the North side of the parking lot.
Cost: Free!
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Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods welcome individuals of all abilities. If you require accommodations to participate in this event, please contact us at 707-869-9177 ex 2 or at [email protected] at least 5 days in advance so we can make arrangements. Please note: For this particular event, this trail includes uneven ground and steep slopes and may not be suitable for all mobility needs.
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