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The Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby is an annual event that has been taking place at Lake Cachuma in Santa Barbara, CA since the mid 90s. Every year, hundreds of people venture out for weekend of fun, fishing, and festivities.

The event hosts a variety of activities. People of all ages are welcome to participate. Ages 5 and up can participate in the fish weighing contest, and earn cash and fishing gear prizes. There are also several raffles, with prizes that include fishing gear, gift baskets, local restaurant gift certificates, lake cruises, and more.

Other activities include arts & crafts, workshops, bait-making stations, live music at HOOK’d bar & grill, boat rentals, an on-site disc golf course, and several biking and hiking trails surrounding Cachuma Lake.

REGISTRATION FEES
$35.00 SPECIAL DISCOUNT – Register Online by February 28, 2026
$40.00 – Online or Postmark by April 4, 2026

$45.00 – Postmark by April 11, 2026

$45.00 – Online by April 16, 2026

$50.00 – On-site Fri. 4/17/ to Sun. 4/19/2026

Ages 4-15 years old always – $15.00

This event will include: Exhibits created by individual club members displaying rocks and mineral collections, and jewelry; Vendors of minerals, fossils, gems and jewelry; a Silent Auction that may include rocks and minerals e.g. slabs, geodes, fossils and jewelry; Club members demonstrating the use of tools for cutting and polishing minerals for use in lapidary crafting and a Youth Room for kids to play games and do activities to win prizes.There is also a Plant sale and an hourly Raffle Drawing.

The event is FREE and there is plenty of FREE parking

The Neal Taylor Nature Center Fish Derby is an annual event that has been taking place at Lake Cachuma in Santa Barbara, CA since the mid 90s. Every year, hundreds of people venture out for weekend of fun, fishing, and festivities.

The event hosts a variety of activities. People of all ages are welcome to participate. Ages 5 and up can participate in the fish weighing contest, and earn cash and fishing gear prizes. There are also several raffles, with prizes that include fishing gear, gift baskets, local restaurant gift certificates, lake cruises, and more.

Other activities include arts & crafts, workshops, bait-making stations, live music at HOOK’d bar & grill, boat rentals, an on-site disc golf course, and several biking and hiking trails surrounding Cachuma Lake.

REGISTRATION FEES
$35.00 SPECIAL DISCOUNT – Register Online by February 28, 2026
$40.00 – Online or Postmark by April 4, 2026

$45.00 – Postmark by April 11, 2026

$45.00 – Online by April 16, 2026

$50.00 – On-site Fri. 4/17/ to Sun. 4/19/2026

Ages 4-15 years old always – $15.00

Since 1996, The Garden Tour – created and still run by a passionate team of volunteers – is one of Camarillo’s signature events! Now celebrating its 28th year, this unforgettable afternoon promises a perfect blend of beauty, creativity, and community. Explore five stunning gardens, shop in a delightful boutique, try your luck at a raffle with amazing prizes, enjoy live music, and savor delicious refreshments. Tickets are $30. Visit www.lmvna.org/gardentour to learn more.