Location: The Mendocino Woodlands State Park is located nine miles east of the coastal village of Mendocino in Northern California. The 720-acre site is located in a mature redwood forest with a freshwater stream, beaver pond, sunny meadows and 25 miles of hiking trails.

Program. We operate an Outdoor Science School. Conservation ethics are interwoven into lessons, mealtimes and evening programs. Activities include exploration of forest, stream, pond, and marine ecosystems.  Evening programs feature night hikes, folkdance, and campfires. Program runs from March 31st to June 12, 2025.

Teacher/Naturalist: Applicants should possess a strong background in the natural sciences and experience working with children. We are looking for enthusiastic, creative people who want to share their love for and knowledge of the planet with young people. Must be willing to work long hours and cooperate as part of a group. Preference will be given to those with experience in residential programming and/or degrees in science, education, and recreation.