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Episode 5: The Calling

The Calling

Season 4 Episode 5
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When Whales Could Walk

When Whales Could Walk

Season 51 Episode 1
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California Coastal Trail

Newport Beach: A Lifeguard's Story

Season 1 Episode 48

Gary Conwell is a lifeguard officer for the city of Newport Beach for the past 18 years. He started off as a seasonal ocean lifeguard and moved on to supervise the rescue boat division. Find out what he loves most about the boardwalk and beach.

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Devil's Slide Trail
6:35
Devil’s Slide was a treacherous section of Highway 1 until a landslide closed it for good.
The Ancient Coast of Wilder Ranch State Park
4:34
Once upon a time, Wilder Ranch State Park was a dairy known for its delicious butter.
West Cliff Drive: The Heart of Santa Cruz
3:54
West Cliff Drive is one of the most beautiful features of Santa Cruz.
Half Moon Bay Coastside Trail
4:39
The Half Moon Bay Coastside Trail offers sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean.
Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail
6:48
This popular segment of the California Coastal Trail almost didn’t happen.
Pleasure Point: Connecting Santa Cruz to Surf Breaks
5:07
East Cliff Drive is one of the newest sections of the California Coastal Trail.
Monterey Bay Sanctuary: Serengeti of the Sea
6:53
This "Serengeti of the Sea" offers some of the best wildlife viewing in the world.
Big Sur: Sanctuary of the Spectacular
5:56
Big Sur is a precious jewel that remains pristine, rugged and remote.
Moonstone Beach: Where Elephant Seals Roam
5:27
It's not every day you get to witness 5,000-pound elephant seals charge each other.
Point Buchon Trail: The Gateway to a Secluded Coastline
6:00
This section of the California Coastal Trail has only been open to the public since 2007.
Pismo Beach: The Central Coast's Recreation Destination
5:10
Pismo Beach is set to become a major destination for outdoor recreational activity.
Santa Barbara
4:27
Santa Barbara and the California Coastal Trail are windows into a fascinating history.
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