Picnic at the Preserve 2026
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Arroyo Hondo Preserve
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Sun, May 17 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Address (map)
CA-1, Goleta, CA 93117
Venue (website)
Arroyo Hondo Preserve
Join the Land Trust for Santa Barbara County on Sunday, May 17, 2026, for our annual spring fundraiser at the breathtaking Arroyo Hondo Preserve on the Gaviota Coast.
This year’s Picnic holds special significance as we celebrate 25 years of protecting and stewarding Arroyo Hondo Preserve — a place that has become a cornerstone of conservation, education, and community connection in Santa Barbara County.
Event Highlights:
Experience Stations
Explore curated experience booths and interactive stations hosted by local partners and conservation experts. (Participating vendors and partners will be announced soon)
Live Auction
Bid on exclusive items and experiences that celebrate the beauty and character of Santa Barbara and beyond. MC’d by our favorite local auctioneer, Geoff Green. See more details on our website.
Paddle Raise
Join us in directly supporting the stewardship and long-term care of our protected spaces.
Lunch
Lunch with an Italian flare main dish (with vegetarian option), salads, breads, and dessert bars under a tent on the south meadow at Arroyo Hondo Preserve. Charcuterie board will be offered before lunch and will be served near the historic barn. Wine, beer, and nonalcoholic beverages available to guests.
Special Remarks
Hear from Laurel Fisher-Perez, Board President and Meredith Hendricks, Executive Director.
