Discovery day brings family fun to Los Flores Ranch Park, tell me about this news today

Discovery Day at Los Flores Ranch Park (in Santa Maria, California) is an annual community event organized by the City of Santa Maria Recreation and Parks Department in partnership with The Patch. The event is designed to offer families hands-on, outdoor, and educational activities.

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Key highlights of the event include:

• Agricultural & Nature Activities: Local high school agriculture students guide children and families on how to plant vegetables and take their own seedlings home.

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• STEM & Astronomy: Visitors can safely observe the sun using a mobile observatory telescope, explore science and environmental crafts, and engage with the mobile library.

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• Community & Public Safety Groups: Park rangers, U.S. Forest Service fire crews, and Smokey Bear participate to teach wildlife conservation and wildfire prevention. The Santa Maria Utilities Department also hosts interactive recycling games.

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• Fall Festival Fun: Hosted alongside The Patch, families can explore nature trails, browse pumpkins, and enjoy seasonal open-space activities across the ranch.

Admission to Discovery Day is typically free, with nominal parking fees that directly support local high school agricultural programs and park maintenance.