The Mayan Collective - Partner Spotlight

Create your own one-of-a-kind clean candle in SLO CAL The Mayan Collective sells non-toxic household essentials and creates small batch, SLO CAL Crafted® certified, candles – the perfect gift to commemorate your visit! Create your own unique blend of essential oils and every time you light your new…

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5 Sustainable Activities to Do in SLO CAL

With its clean air, pristine beaches, green mountains and rambling forests, SLO CAL reminds visitors and locals alike how important it is to protect our most valuable assets. We’ve compiled a list of five environmentally-responsible activities you can do to celebrate. Not only are they eco-friendly…

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Surf Gems - Partner Spotlight

Sustainable, wearable art made from upcycled surfboard resin. Surf Gems is a jewelry and lifestyle brand inspired by sustainability, local surfing culture and the natural landscape of SLO CAL (San Luis Obispo County). While collaborating on producing her own surfboard, creator Abby Ahlgrim was…

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Plan Your Sustainable Stay in SLO CAL

Greener pastures await in eco-friendly SLO CAL Seeking a sustainable getaway? Here in SLO CAL, the pristine natural surroundings—untouched beaches, pastoral meadows and clean, fresh air—inspire not just awe, but pride. As stewards of this breathtaking land, we're committed to bolstering Mother…

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SLO CAL Crafted: Certified Gift Guide

SLO CAL Crafted celebrates the quality products created by local farmers, crafters and artists right here in the county. This holiday season shop at SLO CAL Crafted-certified businesses for all your gifting needs. From food and drink to home goods and fine jewelry, you’ll be sure to find a piece of…

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SLO CAL Crafters: Talley Farms

Get a taste of SLO CAL's farm-to-table fare with Talley Farms produce. Talley Farms has been one of SLO CAL’s thriving family-owned and operated farms since 1948 when started by Oliver Talley. Today they are known for growing high-quality fruits and vegetables in SLO CAL’s Arroyo Grande Valley…

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SLO CAL Crafters: Wilde House Paper

Wilde House Paper was started by Megan Heddinger, the creative director and founder of the company. What started as an intention- using design as a medium to connect with others and the Earth- has now turned into a thriving sustainable paper goods company serving the SLO CAL area and beyond…

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SLO CAL Crafters: The Place on PCH

Step into euphoria and gain inspiration at The Place on PCH. This collective art space has so much to see while being surrounded by SLO CAL’s natural beauty. The Place on PCH located in Oceano was started by longtime artist Darcy Badiali. Darcy has been an artist for quite a while and has been…

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SLO CAL Crafters: Maven Leather

Leatherworker and crafting extraordinaire Emma Thieme transforms leather into true pieces of art through her craft at Maven Leather. Maven is a boutique leather and design gallery with an open studio setting located in downtown Cayucos. The gallery is a local hub where visitors can see and…

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SLO CAL Crafters: Beryl Jewelry

Beryl Jewelry is a gem-forward, small-batch jewelry line created by Cindy Sassaman. As a Cambria local, Cindy has been crafting up these handmade treasures that are inspired by the colorful and intricate gems she collects. Cindy comes from a creative family and grew up always surrounded by…

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