Swanton Pacific Ranch

Al Smith House impacted by CZU Lightning Complex Fire at Swanton Pacific Ranch

8/19/2020

Support Swanton Pacific Ranch Recovery

The CZU Lightning Complex fires swept through Cal Poly’s Swanton Pacific Ranch on Aug. 19 and 20, destroying much of the ranch and its structures. Read more about the latest recovery efforts and how to donate.

Welcome

The history behind Cal Poly's Living Laboratory

Forestry

Students work alongside professionals during forest inventory.

Livestock

Students gain hands-on livestock handling skills and experience life on a working ranch.

Crops

From row crops to apple orchards, students have the opportunity to fine-tune their green thumb.

Internships

Lessons learned and lives changed through internship programs.

Field Trips & Short Courses

Classroom learning brought to life.

Projects & Research

Research skills are learned and applied as students collect data in Scott's Creek.

Swanton Pacific Rail Road Society

Cal Poly's live steam railroad!

A living and learning laboratory fostering Learn by Doing.

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Forestry

Livestock

Crops

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Swanton Pacific Rail Road Society

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