Native bees come in all sizes and colors and dozens of species are present in the Central Coast of California. Biologist Cindy Roessler will walk us through the Elfin Forest looking for native bees, the flowers they visit, and will describe their natural history. In 2025, a team conducted bumble bee surveys in the Elfin Forest, and she will discuss their initial findings.

Reservations required: masks are optional. To reserve a spot on the walk, email us at walks@elfin-forest.org and indicate the number in your party in the subject line of your email.

Walks begin at the north end (1100 block) of 15th Street off Santa Ysabel in Los Osos. Wear closed-toe shoes, long sleeves and pants to avoid poison oaks and mosquitoes. Park carefully, avoiding driveways and mailboxes, and leave pets at home. The easy-paced walks last 1-1/2 to 2 hours.

For more information, or if you use a wheelchair, call (805) 528-0392.