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• Arts & Culture, Free

December 13, 2025

From the Ground Up: Planting for Birds and Birding for Plants

Discover the intricate connections between birds, native plants, and the health of our local ecosystems at the Garden’s newest gallery exhibit. Drawing from Santa Barbara…
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• Health & Wellness

April 9, 2026

Forest Therapy Walk led by Giuliana Mottin of PALMA Colectiva
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April 11, 2026

Elings Park Transformation Project | Volunteer Opportunities
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April 11, 2026

Storytime in the Restoration Plot with Santa Barbara Public Library

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“Beautiful gem of a Botanical Garden nestled on 78 acres in Mission Canyon. There are miles of hiking and walking trails offering outstanding views and they have done a wonderful job of showcasing native California Plants”.

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“There’s no more perfect playground than nature, and this garden screams to youngsters and oldsters alike, to come wander, come play, come learn, come bask in all that there is here to ENJOY!”

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“A stunning garden encompassing many different plants and beauty everywhere. Easy to spend 1-2 hours here taking everything in and enjoying it all. Peaceful and tucked away in the mountains overlooking the world.”

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“I took my not quite 2 year old and she couldn’t stop smiling. She had an amazing time leading the way, crossing the creek, running up the rope bridges, crawling under tree roots and so much more. We can’t wait to go back!”

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• Horticulture, Botany, Gardening with Native Plants

Introducing the 805 Initiative: Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s Local Genetics Nursery Program

Last year, Santa Barbara Botanic Garden introduced a new nursery initiative designed to produce locally adapted plant material for restoring wildlands and for anyone wanting…
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• Advocacy & Impact

Culture, Community & Conservation | How Mary Galindo of Latino Outdoors Inspires Change
• Horticulture, Botany, Conservation & Research, Gardening with Native Plants, Education

Getting Started: Small First Steps Towards Transformation in Cuyama
• Botany, Gardening with Native Plants, Education

The Native Plant Tool Kit
• Horticulture, Conservation & Research, Gardening with Native Plants, Education

The Joy of Native Plant Gardening | How Liz Barnitz is Making a Difference

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