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California State Parks
San Luis Obispo Coast District

www.parks.ca.gov
www.morrobaymuseum.org

Organization Type:
Government Agency

Mission:
The mission of the California Department of Parks and Recreation is to provide for the health, inspiration, and education of the people of California by helping to preserve the state's extraordinary biological diversity, protecting is most valued natural and cultural resources, and creating opportunities for high-quality outdoor recreation.

Contact:
Natural History Museum
Morro Bay State Park
State Park Road
Morro Bay, CA 93442
Phone: (805) 772-2694
info@morrobaymuseum.org

Facility Rentals: Contact Denise at (805) 772-2694 X101 or write ccnha@morrobaymuseum.org

Geographical Focus:
State

Counties Served:
San Luis Obispo

Activities:
Education, Enforcement, Conservation, Tourism, Recreation, Restoration, Regulation, Resource Management

Topic:
Wetlands, Cultural History, Kelp Forest, Islands, Beaches, Rocky Intertidal, Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Open Ocean/Oceanography

Educational Resources:
Posters, Maps, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Nature Trails, Newsletter, Brochures, Guidebooks, Exhibits/Displays, Website

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Winter lecture series every Monday morning January through March at the Museum of Natural History

Education Programs:
•  Morro Bay Estuary, grades 2-6
•  Morro Bay Birds, grades 2-6
•  Chumash/Salinan culture, 4th grade and up
•  Marine Mammals, grades 2-6
•  Monarch Butterflies, grades 2-6
•  Ocean Lagoon, grades 2-6

Target Audiences:
K-3, Non-Formal Educator

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 60

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
State Park Docent
  Description:
Docents lead school or public walks, work in curatorial area, maintain docent library, prepare monthly newsletter, plan and carry out special events, staff gift shops, staff information desks, design/build temporary exhibits, and work in native plant gardens.
  When Needed:
All year
  Qualifications:
Enjoy working with the public, willing to work varied hours and days
  Commitment Required:
Variable
  Application/Training:
Docent applications accepted year-round, training on Saturdays in January and February
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
(805) 772-2694

 

Program:
Coast Mounted Assistance Campground Host

  Description:
CMA Riders patrol park trails and report problems and help maintain horse camping areas.
  When Needed:
All year
  Qualifications:
Enjoy working with the public, willing to work various hours and days, ability and skilled horsemanship
  Commitment Required:
Variable
  Application/Training:
Must pass the CMA riding test
  Community Service Documentation:
yes
  Contact:
(805) 772-2694

 

Program:
Campground Host

  Description:
Campground hosts live in campgrounds and assist park staff in various ways
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Enjoy working with the public, willing to work in varied hours/days
  Commitment Required:
Variable
  Application/Training:
Campground host application
  Community Service Documentation:
yes
  Contact:
(805) 772-2694


Videos:
For use on site or for purchase
•  The Living Estuary at Morro Bay

Service Fee:
Entrance fee for the Museum of Natural History in Morro Bay State Park, $2 adults, 16 and under free

General Services:
Restrooms, Picnic Area, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Small lots in front of facility and in surrounding neighborhood

Disabled Access:
Wheelchair acessible restrooms, Museum of Natural History, and Pismo State Beach Nature Center



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