Activities

July 26, 2025 at 5:30pm, join us for the Dunes Center Gala at The Edwards Barn (1095 Pomeroy Road, Nipomo, 93444). Reserve a seat or sign up as a sponsor here: https://dunescenter.org/event/the-dunes-center-2025-gala/

Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM- 12:00 AM Location: Oso Flaco Lake Trailhead. Join us for a colorful morning exploring the blooming wonders of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes on a Wildflower Hike at Oso Flaco Lake! This special outing will be led by botanist Steve Junak and docent Ray Segovia, who will guide us through the native wildflowers, plant communities, and natural history of this stunning coastal landscape. This is a moderate walk on a boardwalk trail with plenty of opportunities to stop, learn, and take in the beauty of the season. Whether you're a wildflower enthusiast or simply looking for a refreshing way to connect with nature, this hike is a perfect way to start your weekend. What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) Reusable water bottle Camera or notebook if you like to record observations! RSVP here: https://checkout.square.site/buy/U73QU7UAKPHAUUKAMB4ADYK5

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Location: Start at the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center (1065 Guadalupe St., Guadalupe, CA 93434) Join us for a meaningful day of action and connection at the Rancho Guadalupe Beach Cleanup! Hosted by the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes Center, this event continues the Earth Day momentum by protecting one of the Central Coast’s most beautiful natural spaces. This event is free and open to all ages, but shuttle space is limited, so pre-registration is required. Sign up here: https://checkout.square.site/buy/WZ2KFE6ETSXA7SZOKHJ5U7VL Let’s come together to make a difference—one bag of trash at a time!

Our volunteer program at the Dunes Center is crucial to our ability to fulfill our mission. Volunteers implement our education programs, operate our Visitor Center, and provide support to staff. We have a wide variety of volunteer opportunities, tailored for people of all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds. The Dunes Center is also a certified organization for the Presidential Service Award. For more information regarding our volunteer program, please contact us at admin@dunescenter.org or 805.343.2455 ext 203. Visit the Dunes Center for a volunteer application or download application here: https://dunescenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/2017-12-27-Fillable-Volunteer-Application.pdf.