On October 11, Coastside Land Trust was delighted to welcome a group of young explorers from the East Palo Alto Center for their first Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) Adventure at Wavecrest Open Space. About 23 children joined us for a morning of hands-on nature discovery and creativity.

Led by our Education Coordinator, Haley, the students took part in a nature journaling session and a coastal scavenger hunt, engaging all their senses as they observed plants, wildlife, and the beauty of the coastal landscape. The activity encouraged the children to slow down, notice details, and express their observations through art and writing.

This outing was one of three POST/EPA Adventures designed to connect youth from East Palo Alto with the natural spaces of the Peninsula. During each adventure, the participants also spend time taking photographs—capturing moments of curiosity, wonder, and joy in the outdoors.

Their collective work will be featured in an art show this December, celebrating their creative perspectives and deepening appreciation for the environment.

Coastside Land Trust is proud to partner with POST in inspiring the next generation of nature stewards through these meaningful coastal experiences