MUSEUMS & CENTERS

CENTRAL COAST VETERANS MEMORIAL MUSEUM in SLO preserves maps, films, and more. 801 Grand Ave, 10 a.m.-3 pm Wed-Sat. Free. Info: 543-5240.

THE DUNES CENTER in Guadalupe offers free activities, including docent-led walks. Early Developers Experiencing Nature takes place every Wednesday, Dance workshop, Wonder of the Dunes, City Walk and Talk, Summer Nesting, and Full Moon hike are just some of the amazing activies offered. Info: 343-2455 ext. 103. www.dunescenter.org.

LUFFA FARM in Nipomo offers group tours of its unique, natural growing center, with catered luncheons and visits to their bath and body gift shop. Info: 343-0883.

MINDWALKS are presented Mondays from 10:15 to noon at the Morro Bay Museum of Natural History, covering a variety of topics. Free, with museum admission. Info: 772-2694.

MONTA A DE ORO STATE PARK VISITOR CENTER provides exhibits, videos and books. The Holloway Native Plant Garden south of the center features local plants. Fri.-Sun., 11 am-3 pm. Info: 528-0513.

MORRO BAY ESTUARY CENTER teaches about wildlife in and around Morro Bay. Open every day from 10 am-5 pm free. Info: 772-3834.

MORRO BAY NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM offers docent-led outings all over the Central Coast. Info: 772-2694.

NATURE CENTER IN OCEANO Improve your state park and learn about native plants for the enjoyment of present and future generations. Tuesdays at 9 am Info: 773-2174 or 543-2141.

NIPOMO NATIVE GARDEN demonstrates the unique character and rich biological heritage of the Nipomo Mesa. Low-cost family memberships are tax deductible. Info: 929-6710 or 929-3589.

PISMO STATE PARK NATURE CENTER is open Fri.-Sun, 1-4 pm at Oceano Lagoon on Pier Avenue in Oceano. Docents are available to answer questions. Info: 489-1869.

SLO BOTANICAL GARDEN offers self-guided tours every day from dawn to dusk. Located at El Chorro Regional Park. Info: 546-3501 or www.slobg.org.