Upcoming Events
Volunteer Appreciation & Community Gathering
Join us at the Coronado Bowl on Sunday October 4th from 2-3pm to celebrate the volunteers who make our work possible, meet our new Director, and learn how you can get involved in the stewardship of your neighborhood preserve!
Nature Journaling
Location: Ellwood Monarch Grove Overlook. Park on Coronado Drive; follow signage for 5-minute walk.
Explore nature through sketching and observation in this engaging, hands-on journaling class. No experience needed—just curiosity and a love of the outdoors.
For more info about our Nature Journaling programs, led by Wendy Kanter and Lori Clayton, please check out our Nature Journaling page.
Nature Journaling
Location: Ellwood Monarch Grove Overlook. Park on Coronado Drive; follow signage for 5-minute walk.
Explore nature through sketching and observation in this engaging, hands-on journaling class. No experience needed—just curiosity and a love of the outdoors.
For more info about our Nature Journaling programs, led by Wendy Kanter and Lori Clayton, please check out our Nature Journaling page.
Nature Journaling
Location: Ellwood Monarch Grove Overlook. Park on Coronado Drive; follow signage for 5-minute walk.
Explore nature through sketching and observation in this engaging, hands-on journaling class. No experience needed—just curiosity and a love of the outdoors.
For more info about our Nature Journaling programs, led by Wendy Kanter and Lori Clayton, please check out our Nature Journaling page.
Ellwood Mesa’s 20th Anniversary Celebration
On May 17, 2025, we will gather to honor Ellwood Mesa’s remarkable legacy and engage a new generation of stewards.
Docent Program Community Input Session for Ellwood Mesa
Help shape the future of the docent program at Ellwood Mesa!
Ellwood Mesa Volunteer Day
We need volunteers at Ellwood THIS SAURDAY Saturday April 19. This is a fantastic opportunity for community members to contribute to the care and enhancement of Ellwood while enjoying a day of teamwork and civic pride. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to our community, your hands and hearts are welcome. No experience necessary.
Thanks to our partner, Santa Barbara Bucket Brigade, who will be leading these volunteer days.
Small actions make a big difference.
Join us in writing the next chapter of Ellwood Mesa’s story. Become docent, join the steering committee, or volunteer at service day. Your support today will shape Ellwood’s future.
Give little to make a big impact.
With your help, we can ensure that Ellwood Mesa thrives as a community-supported landscape - for today and future generations.
