The Best Museum visits in Willits, California

Willits Elementary Charter School is a free public K-5 education institution located at 405 East Commercial Street in Willits, California. Our dedicated faculty members are passionate about teaching and hold advanced degrees in their respective fields. Our mission is to provide students with the academic and social skills necessary to become self-motivated, competent, lifelong learners and productive citizens who respect themselves, others, and the environment. Our comprehensive academic program includes inquiry-based learning, Spanish language development, outdoor and physical education, music, and art. We are currently accepting kindergarten applications for the upcoming school year, with a deadline of April 30 for inclusion in the lottery. Our school is conveniently located near Rec. Grove Park, the Willits Public Library, and the Mendocino County Museum. While classes are currently full, we welcome new student applications to keep on file for future openings. For more information about admissions and enrollment, please visit our website.

The Skunk Train is a historic institution located at 299 East Commercial Street in Willits, California. This tourist attraction offers a variety of unique experiences, including a scenic 7-mile, 75-minute roundtrip journey departing year-round from Fort Bragg. Passengers can also enjoy a 16-mile, 2-hour trip from Willits to the majestic Wolf Tree seasonally. The California Western Railroad provides freight service between Fort Bragg and Willits. For those looking for a more adventurous experience, the Skunk Train offers Railbikes for a new perspective on the Redwood Route. Visitors can also embark on an evening expedition into the heart of the redwoods on Railbikes. The institution also offers Redwood Walking Tours, Redwood Train Tours, and visits to the hidden Glen Blair Bar in the redwoods.