The mission of the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake is to encourage public understanding, enjoyment, and protection of Cachuma Lake, the Upper Santa Ynez River, and the San Rafael Mountain Range Watershed.
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Neal Taylor Nature Center
The mission of the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake is to encourage public understanding, enjoyment, and protection of Cachuma Lake, the Upper Santa Ynez River, and the San Rafael Mountain Range Watershed.
Ready, set, FISH! The 29th Annual Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby has officially started! Good luck, anglers 😁 🙏 HUGE THANK YOU to all of our Fish Derby sponsors, donors, and merchandise donors who make the Fish Derby possible! Johnny had an unwavering love for trout fishing which began at a young age ice fishing with his dad and brother. His interest grew over time leading him to fly fish, tying his own flies, and spending time in incredible places like Mammoth Lakes and Alaska. He...
Camp Host Positions Starting May 2026 Would you like to contribute to a great organization while living in the spectacular environment of Cachuma Lake? Our camp hosts volunteer 20 hours a week at the Nature Center in exchange for a full-hookup RV site... LEARN MORE > ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON APRIL 16 Mail-in registrations must be postmarked by April 11 REGISTER NOW FISH DERBY FORECAST source: weather.com ON-SITE REGISTRATION DURING FISH DERBY WEEKEND Fri, April 17, 2026 at 12 noon to...
Saturday, April 4th is the last day to register for $40 Prices go up to $45 on Sunday, April 5th! REGISTER NOW MERCHANDISE DONORS: There's Still Time to Support the Nature Center: 29th Annual Fish Derby Fundraiser! A huge thank you to everyone who has stepped up to donate, sponsor, and underwrite prizes so far for this year's Fish Derby! See all sponsors > The Derby is the Nature Center’s Annual Fundraiser, and your generosity makes the Nature Center and its engaging exhibits and native...