2022 Earth Day & Day of the Child

Earth Day & Day of the Child is a yearly festival in Watsonville to celebrate our youth and share knowledge, resources, and cultural inspiration and to inspire our community to be lovers and protectors of the earth and all it has to give us.

Community Cleanups

The main goal of this program is to work with (you) the community in your chosen area to cleanup and identify ways to reduce litter pollution on the streets from going into the storm drains and ending up in our waterways. Unlike the sewer lines connected to households and businesses, storm drains go directly to the wetlands, creeks, rivers, and ocean without being treated first.

Adopt-A-Trail Program

Conservation Academy

Our Public Works Field Trip adventures motivate Watsonville students to conserve and understand the water, wastewater, recycling and wetlands trails that they depend on every day.

Conservation Outreach & Education Program

The City of Watsonville Resource Conservation Program was established in 1990 to promote the conservation of natural resources and to safeguard the environment for future generations.

Environmental Science Workshop

The Environmental Science Workshop is a unique award-winning program for students to engage in hands-on science concepts and gain an appreciation for how materials can be re-used in creative and exciting ways.

Nature Center

As part of our Conservation Outreach and Education Program, the Nature Center plays a dynamic role in educating and inspiring residents and visitors alike about our local wetlands, as well as many conservation issues and local environmental services.

School Field Trips

Our Public Works Field Trip adventures motivate Watsonville students to conserve and understand the water, wastewater, recycling and wetlands trails that they depend on every day.

Waste Reduction Green Teams

Let us help motivate your teachers and students to reduce waste.

Wetlands Trail Education Kit

For PreK through adult classes or groups wanting to lead their own Watsonville Wetlands trail activities, the City offers the Wetlands Trail Education Kit.

Community Presentations

Sign up for a fun and inspiring program and get the tools you need to start making changes today.

Wetland Trail Tour

FREE Guided Trail walks are offered at the Watsonville Nature Center every Sunday at 1:30pm or by appointment for groups during the week.