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SUMMARY:Broom Battle!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Placer Land Trust for a Broom Battle! \nDate/Time:  Saturday\, January 24\, 2026\, 9:00am – 12:00pm \nLocation: Canyon View Preserve – learn more about the preserve here \nAbout this event: We’re doing it again! Placer Land Trust needs help removing an aggressive invader from Canyon View Preserve! Brooms (French\, Scotch\, Spanish\, etc.) are a group of shrubs native to parts of Africa and Europe and have been spreading rapidly throughout many parts of the U.S. They are such successful invasive species not only because they grow rapidly\, but each plant can also produce thousands of seeds that remain viable in the soil for many years. In addition to out-competing other native plant species\, broom is also highly flammable\, greatly increasing the risk of spreading a wildfire. \nWe will be removing the broom by pulling by hand or with tools\, and by cutting.  We’d love your help\, so please sign up! The activities are best suited for adults and youth ages 10 and up. Any minor must be accompanied by a supervising adult. \nMore details\, directions to the Preserve\, and a list of what to bring will be emailed after registration. Check your spam folder if you do not receive the email within 15 minutes of registering. \n\nRegister\n\n\nPlease complete registration by the Friday before the event. One registration per participant. Adult Parent/Guardian signature is required for children under 18. \nIf you have any questions please contact Eden Rock by email or by phone at 530-887-9222 x 105. \n(Curious what’s involved in this activity? Check out this episode of Gettin’ Out With Gary!)[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/broom-battle/
LOCATION:Canyon View Preserve\, 13760 Lincoln Way\, Auburn\, CA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T130000
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SUMMARY:Nature Quest: Dance Party and Nature Friendship Bracelets
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]When: Saturday\, January 24\, 1 – 3 pm \nWhere: Auburn School Park Preserve\n55 College Way\, Auburn (Click here for directions) \nHave fun at this hidden nature gem! Please join us any time between 1 and 3 pm for… \n\nLive music\nLearn easy nature-inspired dances (ex: Woodpecker Waltz\, Squirrel Shuffle\, etc.)\nScavenger hunt where each find= bead prize; use those to\nMake your own nature friendship bracelet\nEnjoy hot chocolate and cookies\nRide your bike: free bike valet provided by Auburn Trails Alliance\n\nGrateful for assistance from Scouting America Troops; Placer High Environmental Club \nEvent supporter: The Bee Gal Shoppe\, 890 Lincoln Way\, Auburn \nRegistration is encouraged but not required. \n\nRegister\n\n\n\nFirst 25 to register are assured a special gift from the Bee Gal Shoppe\nDrawing from pre-registered list for Bee Gal gift basket and PLT merchandise\nPick up day of the event\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/nature-quest-dance-party-and-nature-friendship-bracelets/
LOCATION:Auburn School Park Preserve\, 55 College way\, Auburn\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T180000
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SUMMARY:Hibernation Talk with Hannah Carey
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nSaturday\, January 24\nTalk begins at 4:30pm\n\nSierra Valley Preserve Nature Center | 495 Beckwourth Calpine Road\, Beckwourth CA\n\n\nEcophysiologist Hannah Carey will share her knowledge of the science behind hibernation\, how hibernators team up with their gut microbes to recycle nutrients during the long winter fast\, and the insights into human health that may be gained from discoveries in hibernation biology. Doors open at 4:00pm.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/hibernation-talk-with-hannah-carey/
LOCATION:Sierra Valley Nature Preserve\, 495 Beckwourth-Calpine RD\, Beckwourth\, CA\, 96129\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
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SUMMARY:Tahoe's Tricky Bird ID Series
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nStruggling to tell apart those look-alike woodpeckers and raptors in Tahoe? Curious about the subtle differences between similar species? Want to strengthen your ID skills for woodpeckers\, sapsuckers\, and raptors… both in flight and during their life stages? \nLook no further! TINS and birding enthusiast Rich Chambers are here to help. \nJoin us for a free\, fun\, and informative 3-part online class series where Rich will guide participants through some of the toughest bird ID challenges specific to the Tahoe and Truckee region. Through expert tips\, clear comparisons\, and real world examples\, you’ll sharpen your skills and gain confidence in identifying these tricky species. \nThe series will be held on three consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00–7:00 PM on January 27\, February 3\, and February 10 with a Carson Valley Raptor Field Trip (optional) to conclude the course on February 11. \nRegister for the online class here. We hope to see you there! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/tahoes-tricky-bird-id-series/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:Tahoe Institute for Natural Science\, 948 Incline Way\, Incline Village\, NV\, 89451\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260129T163000
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SUMMARY:Scaling Wetland Intelligence with GeoAI: Tools\, Trends\, and a National Vision
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) is the most authoritative national dataset for wetlands\, yet in many areas its coverage is decades old. Recent policy changes\, including the Sackett v. EPA decision\, place greater responsibility on states to develop strategies for protecting wetland resources. In this webinar\, you’ll learn how the state of Tennessee partnered with Skytec to enhance Esri’s Wetland Identification Model (WIM) with advanced GeoAI and cloud computing to produce more accurate\, scalable wetland predictions. We’ll also cover tools to help states get started\, how these efforts align with emerging policy trends\, and a vision for scaling this approach nationally. Join us to see how these innovations help states make informed\, data-driven decisions for conservation\, permitting\, and land-use planning. \nSunny Fleming is Esri’s industry lead for the domains of environment\, conservation\, and natural resources. Throughout her career\, she has applied GIS concepts and technology to environmental policy\, conservation\, and natural resources\, from monitoring species in the field to helping state parks manage assets and assess their economic impacts. She continues to pursue her passion for the environment by helping industry leaders streamline and improve their work with GIS technology\, whether in the field or in the office\, and whether setting policy or managing wildlife and resources. \nAndy Carroll is a Co-Founder and CTO at Skytec\, a remote sensing and geospatial technology company specializing in the application of satellite-based remote monitoring and spatial data analytics for natural resource management. Prior to Skytec\, Andy managed and directed the Interdisciplinary Geospatial Technology Lab at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga and served as a Project Manager at the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Andy is a licensed Professional Geologist\, a certified GIS Professional and currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the Lyndhurst Foundation and the Appalachian Carbon Exchange. \n \nA Certificate of Attendance to be used toward Continuing Education Credits is available when participating in NAWM’s live webinars. All NAWM members receive free Certificates of Attendance for webinars. Non-Members who request a certificate will be charged a processing fee of $25.00. All Certificates must be claimed no later than 60 days from the live presentation. Certificates are not available for viewing recorded webinars. More information is available here.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/scaling-wetland-intelligence-with-geoai-tools-trends-and-a-national-vision/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260130T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
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SUMMARY:Ski With A Ranger at Heavenly
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSki With A Ranger program returns to Heavenly Mountain Resort\nJoin this year’s Ski With A Ranger program at Heavenly Mountain Resort on the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. \n\nWhen: Every Friday beginning Jan. 30\, 2026 through April 3\, at 1 p.m.\, weather and conditions permitting\nLocation: Skiers and snowboarders depart from top of Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola\nDuration: Approximately 60 minutes\nRequirements: Intermediate level skiers/snowboarders or above with own lift ticket\nNo reservations required; attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis with group size limited to 12\n\nFor more information\, contact Kelso Carapia at kelsey.carapia@usda.gov or call 530-725-9905. \nBackground\nSki With A Ranger tours are led by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service Conservation Education staff and volunteers through a cooperative effort between the Forest Service and Heavenly Mountain Resort. \nParticipants must be intermediate level skiers or snowboarders or above\, and provide their own lift ticket. No reservations are required. Attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Group size is limited to 12 participants. \nThis free conservation education program shares the mission and role of the Forest Service in ski area management. Participants will also learn about natural resources and environmental stewardship.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/ski-with-a-ranger-at-heavenly/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Heavenly Village\, Heavenly Village Way\, Stateline\, NV\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T120000
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SUMMARY:Eastern Sierra Land Trust Seed Swap
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The Bishop Paiute Tribe Food Sovereignty Program\, UC Master Gardeners of Inyo and Mono Counties\, and Eastern Sierra Land Trust invite you to join us for a Seed Swap and Seed Starting Workshop. Event is free and open to the public. \nWe are excited to share seeds with you! If you don’t have seeds to share\, that’s okay! You do not need to sign up; you can still attend and receive seeds. \nPlease sign up if you plan to bring seeds to share. Please arrive at 9:30am with your seeds so we have time to get organized. \nWe welcome seeds from vegetables\, flowers\, culinary plants\, medicinal plant\, native plants\, and more! We will be following seed swap guidelines adapted from the Seed Savers Exchange. \nAllowed \n\nOpen-pollinated seeds.\nLocally saved seeds.\nExcess-bought seeds.\nSeeds brought back from another region or country.\nExcess seeds donated by a seed company\n\nProhibited \n\nSeeds or plants that are considered illegal\, either federally in the United States of America or the state of the event.\nGenetically engineered plants\, F1 hybrids\, poisonous\, noxious\, or controlled seeds\, and plants.\nPatented varieties. Although it is legal for gardeners to grow and save patented varieties\, it is illegal to distribute them. Refer to the USDA website for a list of patented varieties.\nUnknown seed from volunteer plants.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/eastern-sierra-land-trust-seed-swap/
LOCATION:Owens Valley Paiute-Shoshone Cultural Center\, 2300 West Line St.\, Bishop\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260131T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251212T173902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T173942Z
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SUMMARY:Backcountry Film Festival at Mammoth Mountain
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival (BCFF) returns to Mammoth on January 31st\, 2026 at Mammoth Mountain’s Main Lodge\, bringing a celebration of human-powered adventure\, winter storytelling\, and public lands advocacy to our community.\n  \n\n \nFilm Festival tickets are $20 in advance\, $25 at the door. Register early to ensure your seat. Raffle tickets for sale at the door! You could win Rocky Talkies\, DPS Pagoda skis\, a stay at Limelight\, a relaxing spa day\, a guided day in the backcountry\, and SO MUCH MORE! You must be present during the raffle to win.  \nDoors open at 5:00 and the show starts at 6:00. Show up early to check out the raffle prizes and info booths! Check out the lineup of films this year here! \n\n\nRESERVE YOUR BCFF TICKETS HERE!\n  \nThis year’s Mammoth screening will feature more than just films:\n\n\n Raffle prizes from national and local brands\, including…. \nMammoth Mountaineering Supply (DPS Pagoda powder skis – 184 CM!!)\n Guided courses and adventures with Sierra Mountain Guides\, Golden State Guiding\, Pika Mountain Guides\, and Sierra Mountain International\n Owens Valley Distillery\n Mammoth Mobile Sauna Co.\,\nPatagonia\nRocky Talkie\n Bishop Strength\n Sandra Sommer\n Limelight Mammoth\n Sage to Summit\n Mystery Switch Tattoo Collective\n Uzumati Ceramics\n Apres Zen\n ….and more! \n Booths from local businesses and organizations to explore \n Beer and snacks for purchase from Mammoth Mountain \n\n\nAt 6:00\, the lights go down and the new Backcountry Film Festival lineup takes the stage – a curated collection of films that celebrate winter adventure and the fight to protect the places we love. Check out this year’s lineup here and enjoy these sneak peaks of the films in the meantime! \nThe Mammoth Lakes screening is one stop on BCFF’s global tour\, which supports grassroots conservation organizations across the world. This event is being hosted by Friends of the Inyo and Sierra Forever as the only fundraiser for Eastern Sierra SnowSchool. SnowSchool benefits 300 students from Lee Vining to Big Pine\, is offered completely free for all students\, and for many students is their first ever opportunity to play in the snow! \n \nThank you for supporting SnowSchool! See you in Mammoth!\nRESERVE YOUR BCFF TICKETS HERE!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/backcountry-film-festival-at-mammoth-mountain/
LOCATION:Mammoth Mountain\, 10001 Minaret Rd\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260110T191250Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Nevada Alliance Full Moon Snowshoe
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nCome trek under the Snow Full Moon with us!  \nJoin Sierra Nevada Alliance\, Sierra Club Tahoe Area Group\, and Sugar Pine Point State Park for a moonlit stroll under the full moon. We’ll celebrate the Snow Moon by learning about the unique landscape of Lake Tahoe\, and maybe even do a snow dance! Naturalist Camden Dahms will provide a guided tour of the park\, with a discussion on tree identification\, lake formation\, lake clarity\, local wildlife\, the Washoe Tribe\, and the historic estate. Some of the route will be lightly forested\, with most of it taking place in open spaces\, offering a great view of the night sky! \nDate & Time: Sunday\, February 1\, 2026 @ 5:00 pm\nDonation: $25/per person\nLocation: Sugar Pine Point State Park Day-Use Area\, Tahoma\, Lake Tahoe\nParking: On-site parking\, parking passes provided by Sugar Pine Point State Park (no need to purchase ahead of time)\nRegistration and Waiver: Participants must register and pay here. You will need to sign a waiver on-site.  \nDepending on snow levels\, snowshoes may be required. Bring your own\, or they will be provided at no additional cost. Weather in the Sierra can change quickly\, so be prepared for all types of conditions. This is a night hike\, and as such\, you should expect colder temperatures. Please dress accordingly with several moisture-wicking layers. We will provide notice of cancellation should unsafe weather conditions persist.  \nWe will meet at Sugar Pine Point State Park Day-Use Area at 5:00 pm. Volunteers and staff will be available to assist with snowshoes. We will leave for our hike promptly at 5:30 pm. \nWhat to expect: \nThe trail is relatively flat and roughly 1.5 miles. All level snowshoers are welcome! All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. This hike is not recommended for anyone under 12. While we love dogs\, we ask that you leave them at home this evening. Parking is included in the cost of registration\, and parking passes will be provided by Sugar Pine Point State Park as you arrive.  \nWhat to wear/bring: \n\nSnowshoes and poles (available on site if needed)\nHead lamp (with red light capacity if possible)\nWater & Snacks\nInsulating Clothes – we suggest a wicking layer against your skin\nWarm fleece-type layer\nWarm jacket\nSnow Pants/Insulated waterproof pants\nExtra layers\nWinter hat and gloves\nAppropriate footwear (boots)\nExtra pair of dry socks\nCamera (optional)\nPersonal medications\, first aid\, epi-pen *be sure to communicate any medical issues with SNA staff before hand\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/sierra-nevada-alliance-full-moon-snowshoe/
LOCATION:Sugar Pine Point State Park Day Use Area\, Tahoma\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alliance Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251215T172552Z
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SUMMARY:Tahoe's Tricky Bird ID Series
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nStruggling to tell apart those look-alike woodpeckers and raptors in Tahoe? Curious about the subtle differences between similar species? Want to strengthen your ID skills for woodpeckers\, sapsuckers\, and raptors… both in flight and during their life stages? \nLook no further! TINS and birding enthusiast Rich Chambers are here to help. \nJoin us for a free\, fun\, and informative 3-part online class series where Rich will guide participants through some of the toughest bird ID challenges specific to the Tahoe and Truckee region. Through expert tips\, clear comparisons\, and real world examples\, you’ll sharpen your skills and gain confidence in identifying these tricky species. \nThe series will be held on three consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00–7:00 PM on January 27\, February 3\, and February 10 with a Carson Valley Raptor Field Trip (optional) to conclude the course on February 11. \nRegister for the online class here. We hope to see you there! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/tahoes-tricky-bird-id-series/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:Tahoe Institute for Natural Science\, 948 Incline Way\, Incline Village\, NV\, 89451\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260202T201050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T201050Z
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SUMMARY:Black Leadership in Action- Connecting Communities to Nature
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]CNRA will honor the 100th anniversary of the first Black History Week by celebrating Black leaders who connect people to nature and collective action to create healthier communities. Join Secretary Crowfoot for a conversation with leaders who will share – what makes a movement – how to build trust\, grow participation\, and turn shared values into action across neighborhoods\, parks\, coastlines\, and public lands. Learn how community-led efforts strengthen equity\, access\, and belonging across California’s natural spaces. Whether joining an existing movement or helping build one from the ground up\, this webinar will show how people power works – and how everyone can be part of it. \nZoom registration link:  https://ca-water-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h7FtJiS3RkmvIJfUa9IQGw[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/black-leadership-in-action-connecting-communities-to-nature/
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260208
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251121T202310Z
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SUMMARY:California Native Plant Society Conference
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nGrowing the Movement Together for Native Plants \nJoin us in February 2026 as we explore our collective potential to safeguard the native plants we love and need. Lift your voice\, share your knowledge\, and get inspired at the next California Native Plant Society Conference! \nThe 2026 CNPS Conference is a gathering of the diverse people and perspectives powering California’s vibrant native plant movement. We welcome new and seasoned members of the community to join us as we come together to learn and share in celebration of California’s plants and our connections to them. \n\n\nConference Highlights: \n\n\n\n\n\nHeld once every three years \n\n\nOver 1\,000 attendees \n\n\nInspiring keynote speakers \n\n\nWorkshops and field trips\n\n\nOver 200 presenters across four program tracks: conservation\, plant science\, horticulture and education \n\n\nArt\, music\, and photography celebrating California’s native plants and landscapes\n\n\nSpecial sessions for students and emerging professionals\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nConference presenters represent a wide range of backgrounds and areas of expertise\, from Indigenous and Western sciences to horticulture\, education\, and advocacy. Together\, we’ll explore how our collective work today can lead to a better tomorrow for California’s native plants\, through programming in four specific areas: \n\nPlant Science\nConservation\nHorticulture and Land Management\nEducation\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/california-native-plant-society-conference/
LOCATION:Riverside Convention Center\, 3750 University Avenue #570\, Riverside\, CA\, 92501\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="California Native Plant Society":MAILTO:cnps@cnps.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260126T155610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T184858Z
UID:14740-1770382800-1770386400@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Ski With A Ranger at Heavenly
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSki With A Ranger program returns to Heavenly Mountain Resort\nJoin this year’s Ski With A Ranger program at Heavenly Mountain Resort on the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. \n\nWhen: Every Friday beginning Jan. 30\, 2026 through April 3\, at 1 p.m.\, weather and conditions permitting\nLocation: Skiers and snowboarders depart from top of Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola\nDuration: Approximately 60 minutes\nRequirements: Intermediate level skiers/snowboarders or above with own lift ticket\nNo reservations required; attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis with group size limited to 12\n\nFor more information\, contact Kelso Carapia at kelsey.carapia@usda.gov or call 530-725-9905. \nBackground\nSki With A Ranger tours are led by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service Conservation Education staff and volunteers through a cooperative effort between the Forest Service and Heavenly Mountain Resort. \nParticipants must be intermediate level skiers or snowboarders or above\, and provide their own lift ticket. No reservations are required. Attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Group size is limited to 12 participants. \nThis free conservation education program shares the mission and role of the Forest Service in ski area management. Participants will also learn about natural resources and environmental stewardship.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/ski-with-a-ranger-at-heavenly/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Heavenly Village\, Heavenly Village Way\, Stateline\, NV\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260206T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251208T170106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T184853Z
UID:14576-1770382800-1770388200@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Ski With A Scientist
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join TERC scientists for a fun\, interactive on-the-mountain tour at Alpine in partnership with the US Forest Service. Do you love to ski/snowboard and science? This is a unique opportunity for you!  Learn about the research and education of the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC)\, the environmental history of Alpine\, and the role of the US Forest Service and public lands at Palisades Tahoe. \nFeatured Scientists:\nFebruary 6- How to Cope with Ecoanxiety\nFebruary 13- Snowpack and Soil Moisture for Reforestation\nFebruary 20- Fine Particle Detection with AUVs\nFebruary 27- Navigating through Wintery Tahoe Waters\nMarch 6- How Bees Store Food\nMarch 13- Quality Assurance of TERC Science\nMarch 20- Plant Pathology\nMarch 27- The Tech Behind Monitoring Algae\nApril 3- Zooplankton in Ancient Lakes\nApril 10- AUV Missions in Tahoe and Antartic \nThis program starts at 1:00pm on Fridays beginning February 21 to April 10. Tours will last approximately 1.5 hour. In the event that on-the-mountain tours are cancelled for inclement weather or unsafe snow conditions\, the presentations will be alternatively available at 1:15pm inside the Alpine lodge. \nAll tours are free\, but participants must be riding/skiing at an intermediate level and comfortable on all blue terrain. Tours are limited to the first 15 participants\, please sign-up in person at the TERC outreach table on Fridays for the day-of tour. Look for the light blue tablecloth to find the TERC outreach table\, it will be set up inside the Alpine lodge during colder\, snowy days or outside on the Alpine deck near the base-to-base gondola. Tours will begin out on the deck\, look for the UC Davis EVENT flag. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/ski-with-a-scientist-2/2026-02-06/
LOCATION:Palisades Alpine Meadows 2600 Alpine Meadows Rd\, Alpine Meadows\, CA 96146\, 2600 Alpine Meadows Rd\, Alpine Meadows\, 96146
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tahoe Environmental Research Center":MAILTO:tercinfo@ucdavis.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251215T172552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T172656Z
UID:14615-1770746400-1770750000@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Tahoe's Tricky Bird ID Series
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nStruggling to tell apart those look-alike woodpeckers and raptors in Tahoe? Curious about the subtle differences between similar species? Want to strengthen your ID skills for woodpeckers\, sapsuckers\, and raptors… both in flight and during their life stages? \nLook no further! TINS and birding enthusiast Rich Chambers are here to help. \nJoin us for a free\, fun\, and informative 3-part online class series where Rich will guide participants through some of the toughest bird ID challenges specific to the Tahoe and Truckee region. Through expert tips\, clear comparisons\, and real world examples\, you’ll sharpen your skills and gain confidence in identifying these tricky species. \nThe series will be held on three consecutive Tuesdays from 6:00–7:00 PM on January 27\, February 3\, and February 10 with a Carson Valley Raptor Field Trip (optional) to conclude the course on February 11. \nRegister for the online class here. We hope to see you there! \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/tahoes-tricky-bird-id-series/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:Tahoe Institute for Natural Science\, 948 Incline Way\, Incline Village\, NV\, 89451\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260212T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251215T173252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T173252Z
UID:14616-1770890400-1770901200@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Hydrology Snowshoe
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nJoin TINS and the TRTA in search of wildlife\, water features\, and spectacular scenery from a beachy waterfront. Discuss natural history topics related to winter ecology\, including how various animals and plants cope with the short days\, heavy snow\, and freezing temperatures associated with winter in Tahoe. \nThis two-mile\, easy\, out-and-back trek is family-friendly and appropriate for ages 8 and up. If the trails are covered in snow\, TINS or the TRTA can provide snowshoes upon request. TINS can also provide binoculars by request. Please bring some snacks\, as we will enjoy a lakeside picnic at tables near the lakeshore \nDifficulty: Easy \nDistance 2 miles round trip \nLocation Sugar Pine Point State Park ($5 Parking Fee) \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/hydrology-snowshoe/
LOCATION:Sugar Pine Point State Park\, Hellman-Ehrman Mansion\, Tahoma\, 96142
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260126T155610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T184859Z
UID:14741-1770987600-1770991200@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Ski With A Ranger at Heavenly
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSki With A Ranger program returns to Heavenly Mountain Resort\nJoin this year’s Ski With A Ranger program at Heavenly Mountain Resort on the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. \n\nWhen: Every Friday beginning Jan. 30\, 2026 through April 3\, at 1 p.m.\, weather and conditions permitting\nLocation: Skiers and snowboarders depart from top of Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola\nDuration: Approximately 60 minutes\nRequirements: Intermediate level skiers/snowboarders or above with own lift ticket\nNo reservations required; attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis with group size limited to 12\n\nFor more information\, contact Kelso Carapia at kelsey.carapia@usda.gov or call 530-725-9905. \nBackground\nSki With A Ranger tours are led by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service Conservation Education staff and volunteers through a cooperative effort between the Forest Service and Heavenly Mountain Resort. \nParticipants must be intermediate level skiers or snowboarders or above\, and provide their own lift ticket. No reservations are required. Attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Group size is limited to 12 participants. \nThis free conservation education program shares the mission and role of the Forest Service in ski area management. Participants will also learn about natural resources and environmental stewardship.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/ski-with-a-ranger-at-heavenly/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Heavenly Village\, Heavenly Village Way\, Stateline\, NV\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251208T170106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T184853Z
UID:14578-1770987600-1770993000@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Ski With A Scientist
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join TERC scientists for a fun\, interactive on-the-mountain tour at Alpine in partnership with the US Forest Service. Do you love to ski/snowboard and science? This is a unique opportunity for you!  Learn about the research and education of the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC)\, the environmental history of Alpine\, and the role of the US Forest Service and public lands at Palisades Tahoe. \nFeatured Scientists:\nFebruary 6- How to Cope with Ecoanxiety\nFebruary 13- Snowpack and Soil Moisture for Reforestation\nFebruary 20- Fine Particle Detection with AUVs\nFebruary 27- Navigating through Wintery Tahoe Waters\nMarch 6- How Bees Store Food\nMarch 13- Quality Assurance of TERC Science\nMarch 20- Plant Pathology\nMarch 27- The Tech Behind Monitoring Algae\nApril 3- Zooplankton in Ancient Lakes\nApril 10- AUV Missions in Tahoe and Antartic \nThis program starts at 1:00pm on Fridays beginning February 21 to April 10. Tours will last approximately 1.5 hour. In the event that on-the-mountain tours are cancelled for inclement weather or unsafe snow conditions\, the presentations will be alternatively available at 1:15pm inside the Alpine lodge. \nAll tours are free\, but participants must be riding/skiing at an intermediate level and comfortable on all blue terrain. Tours are limited to the first 15 participants\, please sign-up in person at the TERC outreach table on Fridays for the day-of tour. Look for the light blue tablecloth to find the TERC outreach table\, it will be set up inside the Alpine lodge during colder\, snowy days or outside on the Alpine deck near the base-to-base gondola. Tours will begin out on the deck\, look for the UC Davis EVENT flag. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/ski-with-a-scientist-2/2026-02-13/
LOCATION:Palisades Alpine Meadows 2600 Alpine Meadows Rd\, Alpine Meadows\, CA 96146\, 2600 Alpine Meadows Rd\, Alpine Meadows\, 96146
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tahoe Environmental Research Center":MAILTO:tercinfo@ucdavis.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260116T190616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T190616Z
UID:14717-1771005600-1771012800@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:California Master Naturalist Handbook Discussion
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nFriday\, February 13\nTalk begins at 6pm\nSierra Valley Preserve Nature Center | 495 Beckwourth Calpine Road\, Beckwourth CA\n\n\nHosted in partnership with California Native Plant Society: Tahoe and Sierra Valley Chapter. In this talk\, Adina Merenlender\, Professor of Cooperative Extension in Conservation Science at UC Berkeley’s Department of Environmental Science\, Policy and Management\, highlights The California Naturalist Handbook\, Second Edition (which she co-authored!). This handbook brings science to life through engaging chapters on geology\, freshwater\, forests\, rangelands\, native species\, and conservation challenges\, while centering Indigenous knowledge\, reciprocity\, and community-led approaches to ecosystem resilience.\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/california-master-naturalist-handbook-discussion/
LOCATION:Sierra Valley Nature Preserve\, 495 Beckwourth-Calpine RD\, Beckwourth\, CA\, 96129\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260116T190057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T190057Z
UID:14715-1771048800-1771099200@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:"Love Bug" Valentine's Day Night Hike with the Night Crawlers
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Date & Time: February 14th\, 2026\, 6:00 – 8:00pm  \nLocation: Canyon View Preserve\, Auburn off the Bowman Exit on 80 \nYou are in for a unique treat for the whole family! Canyon View Preserve has surprising biodiversity for its size – including fascinating night-time insects that glow in the dark under UV light! Docents will bring UV lights and take guests on the short loop trail checking out the favorite spots to find millipedes and other glowing night-crawlers.  After dark\, nature has a way of illuminating what we often walk past in the daylight! \nDistance and difficulty: Distance will be between 1.5 – 2 miles\, and takes approximately 2 hours. It is a slow paced\, easy-moderate hike with lots of stops to look for critters and with 150 ft of total elevation change. \nWho should attend: This is a family-friendly event where children are welcome. There is no age minimum\, however parents must stay with their children and plan to carry any young children as strollers will not be accommodated on the trails. No strollers\, please! Dogs are allowed at Canyon View on leash but due to the nature of this event and being in the dark\, we ask that you please leave your dogs at home. \nThis is a free event; however\, donations help make these activities possible! We suggest a donation of $10 per person or $25 for a family. You can donate during registration\, and we’re happy to accept cash or a check at the event in an envelope with your name written on it. \nRegistration: \n\nYou may only register yourself and members of your household. People outside of your household must register themselves.\nThe deadline to sign up is 5 pm on Wednesday before the event unless the event fills first.\nSpace is limited!  Please only register if you will be attending so that you don’t take a spot away from someone else.\nIf you signed up and can no longer attend\, please contact Elia by email.\n\nParticipants must sign a release of liability. Please complete it by noon the Friday before the event. One form per adult. Parent signature is required for children under 18. Please note\, this does not register you for the hike. To register please scroll down. Link to waiver: \n\nEnglish\nEspañol\n\nAbout Canyon View Preserve: \nThis is a perfect spot to take in the view of the American River canyon and the Sierra Nevada mountains in the distance. This 50 acre Canyon View Preserve was acquired in fee title by Placer Land Trust on December 31\, 2003. Previous to its protection\, this land was considered for subdivision and development. Now\, as a permanently protected nature preserve\, Canyon View Preserve will continue to offer wildlife habitat\, recreation opportunities\, and scenic open space forever. There is surprising biodiversity on this Preserve and our website hosts a Wildflower Guide\, Tree Guide and Bird Field Guide to further explore the species that call this Preserve home. The Preserve is located just north of Auburn\, CA and borders the Auburn State Recreation. \nLearn more about this beautiful preserve here. \nThis activity is a wilderness outing in a natural setting. PLT reserves the right to cancel an event in cases of extreme weather\, bad air quality\, rain\, or other conditions beyond our control. \nDirections to the Preserve and a list of what to bring will be emailed after registration. Check your spam folder if you do not receive the email within 15 minutes of registering. \n\nRegister\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/love-bug-valentines-day-night-hike-with-the-night-crawlers/
LOCATION:Canyon View Preserve\, 13760 Lincoln Way\, Auburn\, CA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251201T210544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T210544Z
UID:14543-1771063200-1771070400@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Water Quality Monitoring Volunteer Training
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nWANTED: CITIZEN SCIENTIST WATER QUALITY MONITORS \nWe are kicking off our 2026 calendar of monitoring with a VOLUNTEER TRAINING DAY! Each quarter\, dedicated volunteers head out to their “adopted” spot on the river to take samples\, conduct monitoring\, collect data\, and generally enjoy time connecting with the river. All in all\, it takes about an hour from start to finish.  \nWE PROVIDE everything you’ll need–including  monitoring equipment\, a first aid kit\, air temp thermometer\, and even a trash bag–for your citizen science experience.  \nWe currently monitor along 4 identified sites\, and we appreciate when volunteers pick a site that becomes “theirs.” Monitoring takes place over a scheduled weekend window\, so once you are trained\, you have the flexibility of picking the day that is convenient for you to go out on the river. Once trained\, you pick up your equipment box at Briceburg\, then head out to the river for monitoring. When you are finished\, you bring your equipment box back to the pick-up location. \nFor your first monitoring experience\, we invite you to join us for a VOLUNTEER TRAINING DAY on Saturday\, February 14th at 10am at Briceburg. You will join other volunteers to learn why we monitor water quality\, safety on the river\, orientation to the equipment\, and give you hands-on experience in how to monitor and record data. If you have a preference for which one of our sites you would like to “adopt\,” we’ll talk about that\, too. \nWHAT TO BRING: \nWe won’t wade into the river\, but we will be working at the river’s edge. Wear sturdy shoes\, boots\, or other footwear that you don’t mind getting wet. \nWe’ll be out there rain or shine. Come prepared for any weather eventuality\, especially a hat and sunscreen. \nDrinking water and snacks. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/water-quality-monitoring-volunteer-training-4/
LOCATION:Merced River Recreation Area\, Briceburg Visitor Center Parking Lot 11202 Bull Creek Road\, Mariposa\, 95338\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260116T185547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T185547Z
UID:14713-1771063200-1771074000@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Love is in the Air: Open Trails Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]In celebration of Valentine’s Day and National Kite Day \nWhere: Laursen Bear River Preserve\, North Auburn \nWhen: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm \nCheck in: 10am and after. Best to arrive before 12:00 to give yourself enough time for activities!  \nCheck out: by 1 pm. Gates close shortly thereafter. \nLet’s throw caution to the wind! This Open Preserve Day is for you to come out and enjoy the Laursen Bear River Preserve without a guide. With a wide-open meadow close to the parking area\, it’s the perfect spot to fly a kite and a great way to celebrate National Kite Flying Day! You can even bring your own Valentine’s Day picnic (don’t forget a blanket or chairs)! \nOr make a day of it by joining our Beginner’s Birding Walk at 9am! If you wish to attend that event as well\, please register for it here. \n**Please note – this is a day without volunteer docents or guides\, so you will be out on the trails on your own.  \nIf you feel like taking a walk\, the trails on this preserve meander through meadows\, manzanita tunnels\, and impressive oaks. You can catch glimpses of the Sierras through the trees and walk along a peaceful canal. Maybe you’ll even spot a deer or a red-tailed hawk! We will provide you with a trail map when you arrive\, and from there you are free to walk the beautiful preserves at your own pace. The entire trail system is about 2 miles (1.92 mi) in length with minor elevation changes. Please note\, there are narrow canal crossings that can make strollers a little tricky. \nSome of the activities you might choose include: \n\nFly a kite!\nEnjoy a leisurely nature walk\nHave a picnic!\nGet creative!\n\nPlease thoroughly read the PLT Safety Guidelines.  If you are not comfortable or able to comply with the safety guidelines\, we respectfully ask that you don’t sign up. Our goal is to offer these open preserve day events quarterly. \nThis is a free event; however\, donations help make these activities possible! We suggest a donation of $10 per person or $25 for a family. You can donate during registration\, and we’re happy to accept cash or a check at the event in an envelope with your name written on it. \nRegistration: \n\nYou may only register yourself and members of your household. People outside of your household must register themselves.\nThe deadline to sign up is 5 pm on the Wednesday before the event unless the event fills first.\nIf you signed up and can no longer attend\, please contact Elia by email.\n\nParticipants must sign a release of liability. Please complete it by noon the Friday before the event. One form per adult. Parent signature is required for children under 18. **Important: this does not register you for the hike. To register please scroll down. \n\nEnglish\nEspañol\n\nImportant Information and Directions will be emailed after registration. Check your spam folder if you do not receive the email within 15 minutes of registering. \nWhat is not allowed at this event:  \n\nMountain bikes or other bikes\nMotorized vehicles\nHorses\nDogs (unless leashed service animals)\nNo smoking\, vaping\, open flame or ignition source\, or firearms\n\n\nRegister\n\n\nImportant Note: Our Big Hill and Harvego Preserves\, including the roads surrounding them\, are not open to the public. Please help us respect the neighborhoods around these preserves by only visiting during scheduled guided activities that you are registered for. Trespassers will be prosecuted.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/love-is-in-the-air-open-trails-day/
LOCATION:Laursen Bear River Preserve\, Laursen Bear River Preserve\, Auburn\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260126T204639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T153134Z
UID:14749-1771236000-1771243200@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Community Litter Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join Sierra Nevada Alliance’s Tahoe Blue Crew for a community litter‑cleanup at the corner of Emerald Bay Rd and Fallen Leaf Lake Rd\, a popular winter recreation site. Your participation helps protect Lake Tahoe’s pristine environment and supports a healthier ecosystem for local wildlife and future generations. \nWhere: Fallen Leaf Lake Rd at Emerald Bay Rd \nWhen: Monday\, February 16th \nTime: 10 am – 12 pm \nCleanups play an essential role in keeping Lake Tahoe healthy. Litter left outdoors can harm both people and wildlife—your contribution truly makes a difference. Be part of the solution today! \n\nHow to Register\n\nGo here and click the blue “Sign Up” button. \nComplete the 2026 liability waiver and upload it.\nAfter uploading\, click the blue “Sign Up” button again to finalize your registration for this event.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to shannonflynn@sierranevadaalliance.org. We’re excited to welcome you to this cleanup event and appreciate your commitment to protecting and restoring Lake Tahoe![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/community-litter-cleanup/
LOCATION:Fallen Leaf Lake Road\, Fallen Leaf Lake Road\, South Lake Tahoe\, 96150\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alliance Events,Earth Month
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra Nevada Alliance":MAILTO:info@sierranevadaalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260221
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251003T212134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T212134Z
UID:14336-1771372800-1771631999@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:California Forest Science Symposium
DESCRIPTION:For today’s forestry and natural resource professionals\, relevance extends beyond research alone. It means adapting to changing landscapes\, embracing new technologies\, exploring forest product markets and engaging with communities to lead through collaboration. \nThe enduring partnership between research and management is not just historic—it is urgently necessary to sustain sound management under rapidly evolving ecological and socioeconomic conditions.  Reaffirming and strengthening this connection is essential for sustaining sound\, science-based forest management into the future. \nThe California Forest Science Symposium (CFSS) will bring together foresters\, researchers\, and policymakers to reflect on the rich history of forestry\, share current advancements\, and look ahead to the future of sustainable forest management. \nThis joint event—organized by the California Society of American Foresters\, California Fire Science Consortium\, California Forest Pest Council\, and UCANR Cooperative Extension —will spotlight the latest science and practical applications driving forest management across California. \nWith the theme “Keeping Science Relevant in Forest Management\,” CFSS 2026 invites presentations that bridge research and practice\, inform on-the-ground decisions\, and support resilient\, adaptive management of California’s forests in the face of evolving challenges. \nJoin us in Sacramento\, CA on February 18th – 20th\, 2026 to learn from your peers\, grow your network and develop as a forestry professional. More information coming soon! Sign up to receive updates about CFSS\, including registration\, call for proposals\, and more! \nClick here to learn more
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/california-forest-science-symposium/
LOCATION:CA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260224
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20251120T162158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T162158Z
UID:14514-1771459200-1771891199@sierranevadaalliance.org
SUMMARY:Wild and Scenic Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For over two decades\, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival (WSFF) has welcomed audiences to Nevada County\, CA\, for its annual event. This year the festival will take place February 19-23\, 2026\, and online Feb. 19-28. \nThe festival will feature many mainstay elements of the past\, including activist workshops\, Dinner and a Movie events\, an art exhibition\, youth programs\, the EnviroFair\, filmmaker Q&A sessions\, as well as opportunities to interact with filmmakers and special guests. Wild & Scenic will continue to bring together top filmmakers\, activists\, and social innovators to inspire environmental awareness and action\, and we can’t wait to see you around town \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEARLY BIRD PASSES ON SALE NOW \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWild & Scenic Film Festival passes with special early bird pricing are now on sale. There are a limited number of these specially priced passes available through December 12th or as quantities allow. This is your chance to purchase passes early and to get the best price available. The full lineup of films will be released on Dec. 16th along with additional regularly priced passes and tickets. \n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/wild-and-scenic-film-festival/
LOCATION:South Yuba River Citizens League\, 313 Railroad Ave St 101\, Nevada City\, 95959\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="South Yuba River Citizens League":MAILTO:info@syrcl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T221252Z
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Banks: Leveraging Levees for Trails\, Recreation and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]This webinar explores how levees can serve a dual role as flood protection infrastructure and recreational trails. Using the Miami Conservancy District’s century-old levee system and the Great Miami Riverway as case studies\, presenters will share strategies for balancing safety\, compliance\, and community use while creating vibrant trail networks. \nLearning Objectives:\nExplain how multi-agency collaboration can support the development and maintenance of levee-based trail networks. \nIdentify best practices for engaging community stakeholders\, local governments\, and federal partners in trail planning and implementation. \nApply lessons from the Miami Conservancy District’s Great Miami Riverway to create partnerships that enhance recreational access and regional connectivity.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/beyond-the-banks-leveraging-levees-for-trails-recreation-and-resilience/
LOCATION:
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ORGANIZER;CN="American Trails":MAILTO:candace@americantrails.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260112T180920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T180920Z
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SUMMARY:Beneath the Surface: What Lakes Reveal About a Warming World
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Lakes around the world are changing at unprecedented rates\, offering some of the clearest signals of a warming planet. In this lecture\, freshwater ecologist Dr. Catherine O’Reilly will explore how long-term lake monitoring\, satellite observations\, and global data synthesis are transforming our understanding of freshwater resilience and vulnerability. Drawing on research from Lake Tanganyika—where her work provided the first evidence of how global warming affects fisheries and food security —Dr. O’Reilly will highlight how shifts in lake temperature\, water clarity\, and productivity extend far beyond individual watersheds and reflect broad climatic trends. \nParticipants will gain insight into how lakes function as sentinels of climate change\, what current global datasets reveal about accelerating ecological change\, and how communities and resource managers can use lake data to anticipate impacts on water quality\, biodiversity\, and livelihoods. Dr. O’Reilly will also discuss the importance of citizen science\, open data networks\, and international collaboration in building the next generation of freshwater science. \nEngaging and evidence-driven\, this talk will illuminate the critical role lakes play in tracking environmental change\, as well as how we can change our management approaches and increase protection of freshwater resources for a sustainable future. \nCatherine O’Reilly\, Ph.D. is a globally recognized aquatic ecologist\, director of the Large Lakes Observatory (LLO)\, and faculty member in the Earth & Environmental Sciences Department at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD). Her research examines how freshwater ecosystems respond to environmental change. She is internationally recognized for her work on Lake Tanganyika\, where she documented the impacts of climate warming on lake productivity and fisheries. Dr. O’Reilly has contributed to global lake monitoring networks\, served as a lead author for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)\, and published widely on lake ecology\, climate change\, and freshwater sustainability. Her work integrates field research\, satellite data\, and international collaboration to understand and protect freshwater systems worldwide. \nRegister here!\nIn-person event details \nDoors open at 5:00 p.m. Presentation begins at 6:00 p.m. \nAdvance tickets are $10 through EventBrite and free for students with a valid student ID. Tickets at the door will be $15.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/beneath-the-surface-what-lakes-reveal-about-a-warming-world/
LOCATION:UC Davis Tahoe Science Center\, 291 Country Club Dr.\, Incline Village\, NV\, 89451\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tahoe Environmental Research Center":MAILTO:tercinfo@ucdavis.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260212T165146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T165146Z
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SUMMARY:I'd Rather Be Walking
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Meet us at the trailhead for this casual walking series that explores some of BYLT’s favorite local trails! This free walking series offers an opportunity to get out in nature\, meet new people\, and experience the benefits of a daily walking practice. The walks are designed to be brisk\, ranging from 2.5 to 3 miles (and around 1 to 1.5 hours). \nAll are welcome\, including babies in carriers\, though we do ask that pets be left at home. Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring water.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/id-rather-be-walking/
LOCATION:Grass Valley Veterans Memorial Building\, 255 South Auburn Street\, Grass Valley\, CA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bear Yuba Land Trust":MAILTO:info@bylt.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260212T175018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T175018Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar on Indigenous Guardianship
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We at Indigenous Futures Society in partnership with Indigenous Leadership Initiative (ILI) and the Resources Legacy Fund would love for you to join us on February 20th at 12PM for a lunchtime webinar on Canada’s nationwide Indigenous Guardians movement with their impactful leader and Executive Director\, Valérie Courtois. She will share about the experience of working directly with more than 200 First Nations to advance their leadership on the land and helping secure federal funding for Indigenous Guardians programs and Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas in Canada. Courtois is also a registered professional forester specializing in Indigenous issues\, forest ecology and ecosystem-based management and planning\, and is a member of the Innu community of Mashteuiatsh\, located on the shore of Peikuakami\, or Lac-St-Jean. \n  \nAs we in California continue to reclaim Tribal stewardship\, we hope this hour can be a time for connection\, learning and hope for a California Guardians Network one day. \n  \nPlease register here (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YHkcZsNiQwWdkcPGxW04aQ#/registration ) if you are able to join us on February 20th\, 2026 from 12PM-1PM (PST) to hear from Valérie and imagine what can be here in California. \n  \nIf you have any questions please reach out to Laura Carroll at laura@indigenousfuturessociety.org or Chuck Striplen at cstriplen@resourceslegacyfund.org at any time.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/webinar-on-indigenous-guardianship/
LOCATION:
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T142748
CREATED:20260126T155610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T184859Z
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SUMMARY:Ski With A Ranger at Heavenly
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nSki With A Ranger program returns to Heavenly Mountain Resort\nJoin this year’s Ski With A Ranger program at Heavenly Mountain Resort on the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit. \n\nWhen: Every Friday beginning Jan. 30\, 2026 through April 3\, at 1 p.m.\, weather and conditions permitting\nLocation: Skiers and snowboarders depart from top of Heavenly Mountain Resort gondola\nDuration: Approximately 60 minutes\nRequirements: Intermediate level skiers/snowboarders or above with own lift ticket\nNo reservations required; attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis with group size limited to 12\n\nFor more information\, contact Kelso Carapia at kelsey.carapia@usda.gov or call 530-725-9905. \nBackground\nSki With A Ranger tours are led by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service Conservation Education staff and volunteers through a cooperative effort between the Forest Service and Heavenly Mountain Resort. \nParticipants must be intermediate level skiers or snowboarders or above\, and provide their own lift ticket. No reservations are required. Attendance is on a first-come\, first-served basis. Group size is limited to 12 participants. \nThis free conservation education program shares the mission and role of the Forest Service in ski area management. Participants will also learn about natural resources and environmental stewardship.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/ski-with-a-ranger-at-heavenly/2026-02-20/
LOCATION:Heavenly Village\, Heavenly Village Way\, Stateline\, NV\, United States
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