Discover Mendocino ... Discover Yourself!

The North Coast is rich in history, natural resources and beauty. In 1850, the Baltimore schooner Frolic shipwrecked off the Mendocino Coast, and the explorers found riches more valuable than silk.

Towering redwood forests greeted them. Mendocino's redwood lumber industry was then born and so opened the link between this region and the rest of the world.

The New England-style of Mendocino Village still maintains a Victorian era ambiance.

Year-round flower gardens proliferate in the temperate climate, which sustains ferny trails in the five parks encompassing abalone coves, tide pools, redwoods and conifers, waterfalls and the Pygmy Forest.

From Elk to Westport, where all buildings face the sea, Highway 1 follows the breathtaking coastline.

April Activities

April 1st – 17th
Gloriana Opera Company Presents “Charlotte’s Web”. Eagles Hall in Fort Bragg. 7:30 PM on Fridays and Saturdays and 3:00 PM on Sundays. (707) 964-SHOW
Mendocino Theatre Company Presents “Born Yesterday”. 8:00 PM Thursday-Saturday and 2:00 PM on Sunday. Helen Schoeni Theatre  (707) 937-4477.
April 4th
For the first Monday of each month, the staff at the Botanical Gardens take you on a guided tour. Free with admission. 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
April 10th
Sea Kayak Coastal Exploration by Liquid Fusion Kayak. Explore the Mendocino Coast by kayak. See marine wildlife, sea coves, and secluded coves with an experience guide. (707) 964-1623 for more info.
April 12th
Cooking Class at the Albion River Inn. Coastal Cuisine 6 course menu. Includes cocktail, tasting dishes in progress, lunch with wine and dessert, and a full set of recipes.  (707) 937-1919
April 16th and 17th
Symphony of the Redwoods Spring Concert. Cotton Auditorium in Fort Bragg. 8:00 PM on Saturday and 3:00 PM on Sunday. (707) 964-0898
April 29th
Worlds Only Juggling Beatboxer with American Singer/Songwriter. Part of the Mendocino Stories and Music Series at the Matheson Performing Arts Center. 7:30 PM. (707) 937-1732
Start of the Heritage Days of Mendocino County. Visit http://mendocinoheritage.org/ for more info.
April 30th – May 1st
34th Annual John Druecker Rhododendron Show and Plant Sale. Starts at 1:30 PM. 1197 Chestnut St. Fort Bragg. (707) 964-4435
Also Going On Throughout the Month:
Each Friday, Mendocino Stories & Music Series features a different artist in various places in the area. Check www.mendocinostories.com  to see whose playing where.

Places to Go • People to Meet • Things to Do