Explore Ecology

We combine art and ecology to foster creative thinking and connection between people and the environment. Our work inspires children to engage with the natural world, think critically, and experience the value of environmental stewardship. Explore Ecology is an environmental education and arts nonprofit located in Santa Barbara, California. We work with over 30,000 children a year with a focus on Watershed Education, School Gardens, Waste Reduction, and Creative Exploration. Our programs combine art and ecology to foster creative thinking and connection between people and the environment. Our work inspires children to engage with the natural world, think critically, and experience the value of environmental stewardship. VOLUNTEER Becoming part of the solution has never been more fun! Volunteer for Explore Ecology and make a difference. Volunteers are our valuable partners who assist in all areas of Explore Ecology programming. You make our continuing service to the community possible. Adults, high school and college students, business groups, and those needing community service hours are welcome. Email volunteers@exploreecology.org us for more information. You can contact us: our website is https://exploreecology.org/, our email is INFO@EXPLOREECOLOGY.ORG, phone is (805) 884-0459