Went to Coal Oil Point for a lab for a class. I would imagine kids would have a lot of fun looking for starfish and other sea life. The rocks are very slippery so be careful!
Coal Oil Point Reserve, Goleta
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Coal Oil Point Reserve is part of the University of California's system of Natural Reserves. The reserve system provides undisturbed environments for...
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Coal Oil Point Reserve is part of the University of California's system of Natural Reserves. The reserve system provides undisturbed environments for research, education, and public service, the Natural Reserve System contributes to the understanding and wise stewardship of the earth.Coal Oil Point Reserve offers bi-monthly public tours, led by trained docents. The tours focus on the history, ecology, and birds of the reserve. Tours cover beach and wetland ecosystems, and last about 2 hours.For more information, or to RSVP for an upcoming tour, please email.
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Santa Barbara, California
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Goleta, California
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This is a lovely place to visit for the outdoorsy. The trails from coal oil point to the ocean are my typical running haunt: You can follow the trails to the water to view the sunset or hang out and watch the surfers. There is interesting signage about the research happening at the reserve, and opportunities to see many native...
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