January 2022
CARCD 76th Annual Conference
Please virtually join us for our 76th Annual Conference – kicking off on January 11th, 2022. California Association of Resource Conservation Districts (CARCD) continues the tradition of bringing together representatives from federal and state agencies, non-profits, private industries, farming communities, and resource conservation districts (RCDs) to share knowledge, build partnerships, and address urgent natural resource challenges. Experts will present and engage in conversations on climate-smart agriculture, the tree mortality crisis, community fire resilience, sustainable groundwater management, watershed health, social equity in conservation,…
Find out more »Eagles & Agriculture Tours
Eagles & Ag 2022 is Here! January 27th through January 30th Registration for Eagles & Ag 2022 is now open! The tour buses are back for this year, meaning more availability for tours and the ability to sit back and relax as you travel between ranch locations. The same great tours you have come to expect are on tap again, including the receptions with up close and personal interaction with the birds of prey, the owl prowl in the historic…
Find out more »Lassen Land & Trails Trust Hog Flat Ski Trip
It is time for Lassen Land & Trails Trust's annual ski trip led by the illustrious Phil Finkel! This year, Phil will be leading a tour around Hog Flat, which is about 6 miles, and is open to skiers and snowshoers. Participants can meet at the Depot (601 Richmond Rd, Susanville) at 10am to caravan, or at the Hog Flat Trailhead (Hwy 44 and Goumaz turnoff) at 10:30 am on Saturday, January 29. You should bring plenty of water, lunch,…
Find out more »February 2022
Tahoe Winter Exploration Series: Wildlife Survival Snowshoe – WAITLIST
This event is full! Please add your name to the waitlist if interested in participating. Description As part of the Tahoe Winter Exploration Series, the Tahoe Institute for Natural Science (TINS) and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) have partnered to provide winter excursions on the first Thursday of each month in January, February, and March. Discover the wonders of winter during a fun and educational snowshoe trek to Picnic Rock. Located on Tahoe’s North Shore, this excursion will take you through…
Find out more »The Sierra Harvest Sustainable Food & Farm Conference
The Sierra Harvest Sustainable Food & Farm Conference has an exciting new format for 2022! In response to feedback from local and regional farmers, this year’s conference will feature farmer-to-farmer education, hands-on skill building, practical tools beginning farmers and ranchers need for success, and networking opportunities. See full schedule here. Sliding scale fees available through registration with scholarships available for farmers and veterans. BIPOC & LGBTQA++ farmers are strongly encouraged to apply. Join us for one Field Day, or come to all three: February 3:…
Find out more »Flyway Nights – Motus Wildlife Tracking System Network for the West
The Yolo Basin Foundation presents Flyway Nights, a monthly speaker series highlighting environmental issues, current research topics in conservation, and natural history of Northern California. Flyway Nights is free to Yolo Basin Foundation members and open to the public. A $10 donation is suggested for non-members. Flyway Nights - Motus Wildlife Tracking System Network for the West Speaker: Mary J. Whitfield – Research Director, Southern Sierra Research Station The Motus Wildlife Tracking System (https://motus.org/) is an international collaborative research network of automated…
Find out more »American River Conservancy: Silent Mindfulness Nature Walk
Join local mindfulness instructor Berry Crawford for a peaceful and silent mindful nature walk at the historic Wakamatsu farm. Wakamatsu was the first Japanese settlement in North America. We welcome you to join us to find relaxation and peace while silently appreciating the beauty of our natural environment. These walks will take place rain or shine. It is actually quite wonderful to hike in the rain with appropriate rain gear. This is an easy hike of 2.5 miles. Ages: Quiet…
Find out more »Tree Trivia Snowshoe Trek
The Sugar Pine Foundation (SPF) and the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) are teaming up for a morning of education and fun as we snowshoe along the Tahoe Rim Trail to Castle Rock and loop back to the Kingsbury North Trailhead. This will be a moderate level snowshoe trek, though it could be more challenging if snow levels are deep. Along the way, expert guides from the Sugar Pine Foundation will reveal the mysterious world of trees and discuss the…
Find out more »In the Field: Snowshoe Bear Valley
The eagerly anticipated snowshoe tour is here! Join Community Engagement Manager Megan Green Wells on a tour of snowy Bear Valley on Hwy 20. An outing for all experience levels--if you don't know how to snowshoe, don't be deterred--we will teach you how! On the tour, we'll look at and identify the native flora and fauna in the area, look for wildlife tracks, make some of our own, and have a lot of fun! Don't miss this opportunity to join…
Find out more »Snowshoe Tour with a Forester
The American River Conservancy is bringing back snowshoe tours for the 2022 season! Join Luis Vidal for an easy-moderate introductory snowshoe hike through the woods on February 12th. This hike will start on a well-used route and may traverse into the surrounding off-trail areas. Hikers will learn about the ecology of forests environments in the winter and basic winter backcountry awareness. Fit 13-year-olds+ welcome. Meeting location is in the Foresthill area. Suggested donation: $15/members, $20/non-members. A detailed email will be…
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