Itinerary - Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

Day 1

The excursion begins at 2pm at our secluded base camp in the beautifully wooded Big Sur Campground. After everyone has settled in, we will head for the Henry Miller Library where we will enjoy four different preparations of local wild pig from our local wild chefs and accompanying wines, followed by music and dancing under the Big Top!

After dinner, we'll return to our base camp to gather around the evening campfire and savor warm drinks as we discuss our schedule of activities for the week.

Day 2

After waking up and preparing for our day in the field, we will head to the Big Sur lodge for a hearty breakfast buffet. Once we arrive at the project site, park biologists will provide further information and direct us on this important conservation effort to restore Big Sur's unique ecosystems. The project will wrap up by early afternoon at which time we will leave for the Grand Public Tasting. The tasting will include 40 wineries and 12 of Big Sur's most notable chefs. From there we will drive the Big Sur highway to photograph beautiful McWay Falls, the only waterfall in Big Sur that spills into the Pacific. That evening we will head back to camp for a festive sunset dinner and a time of relaxation around the campfire.

Day 3

After breakfast we will break camp and head out to hike the spectacular cliffs and coastlines of Big Sur. There are amazing coastal features and beautiful beaches where we can relax and take in the sites. After enjoying our last hike together we'll gather for a Farewell Ceremony and reflect upon our shared experiences on this extraordinary volunteer vacation.

What Your Tuition Includes

Your tuition includes all park entrance and camping fees and communal camp gear such as tables, canopies, lanterns, etc. It also covers the crew leaders, cooks, VIP tours and all of the various logistical expenses associated with implementing the outing. This three-day event is fully catered and includes tickets to two venues at the Big Sur Food and Wine Festival; the Wine and Swine dinner on Friday evening and the Grand Public Tasting on Saturday.

Space is limited so make your reservations now.

Thank you for helping to preserve the remarkable Big Sur wilderness.