An Evening with Chris Epting: From Gun Club to Wetland Restoration at Bolsa Chica

Join New York Times Bestselling Author Chris Epting for an Exclusive Presentation on The Bolsa Chica Gun Club

Uncover the fascinating history of the Bolsa Chica Gun Club, an elite enclave established in 1899 that dramatically reshaped Southern California’s coastal landscape. In this compelling presentation, Chris Epting will reveal how a group of wealthy industrialists transformed the wetlands into a private hunting retreat—disrupting ecosystems, severing vital waterways, and igniting a fierce battle between farmers and millionaires.

Drawing from his book, The Bolsa Chica Gun Club: A History, Chris will explore the long-term environmental consequences of these actions, the remarkable restoration of the wetlands in 2006, and the lessons this story holds for today’s ongoing struggles over land, water, and sustainability.

Don’t miss this chance to engage with one of Orange County’s most captivating historical narratives and discover how the past continues to shape our environmental future. We look forward to seeing you for an enlightening and thought-provoking evening!