MARCH 2025
CHAMBER CONNEC TION
SANTA MARIA VALLEY CHAMBER MONTHLY NEWSLETTER CELEBRATE NATIONAL TOURISM MONTH WITH A SANTA MARIA VALLEY STAYCATION Get ready to fall in love with the Santa Maria Valley all over again! This May, in celebration of National Tourism Month, we’re inviting both visitors and locals to explore the unforgettable experiences waiting right in our own backyard. From the dramatic vistas of the Guadalupe-Nipomo Dunes to the peaceful charm of Oso Flaco Lake, there’s no better time to rediscover the natural beauty, rich culture, and mouthwatering flavors that make our region so special. Whether you’re just passing through or you’ve lived here your whole life, May is the perfect moment to slow down and savor what makes Santa Maria Valley truly shine. Take a scenic hike, sip your way through a local tasting room, or finally try that family-owned restaurant you’ve been meaning to visit. And of course, no local adventure is complete without indulging in our legendary Santa Maria Style barbecue—a Central Coast Continued on p. 2
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