Descanso Gardens

Thursday May 20, 8:30am-5:30pm, $40, leave from the Vets Hall Parking Lot

Descanso Gardens is a unique Southern California landscape distinguished by its specialized botanic collections, historical significance, and rare natural beauty. Blooms will include roses, azaleas, camellias, irises, wildflowers and California natives.  Register here (this particular trip is based on a waiting list- if enough participants are signed up, we will make the trip)

Huntington Library and Gardens

Wed, July 14, 8:30am-6pm, $65, Leave from the Vets Hall

Art and culture set amongst 150 acres of breathtaking gardens featuring over 14,000 plants. If you’ve never been, take this opportunity to experience Southern California’s cultural gems. Extensive walking required.  Register here

Piedras Blancas Lighthouse and Cambria

Thurs, Aug 19, 7:30am-5pm, $60, Leave from the Vets Hall

Located on a rugged windswept point just north of Hearst Castle, the iconic Light Station is a historic landmark only accessible by special tour. Bring your binoculars to see wildlife along with comfortable walking/hiking shoes as we have about ½ mile of easy walking. Afterward, a stop for a late lunch on your own in the quaint village of Cambria. Register here