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Climate Video Challenge
Millions of people around the world, especially youth, are fighting to prevent and adapt to climate change: pushing to end fossil fuel extraction and use, and for clean energy jobs, conservation of natural habitats, indigenous fire management, resilience hubs, affordable housing, and racial justice, among other solutions. However, we can sometimes feel paralyzed by climate
CARCD 77th Annual Conference: Building Partnerships for California’s Conservation Communities
Virtual Conference The virtual event will be held throughout the month of March 2023 and will again offer a predictable schedule and will allow for more in-depth learning and discussion of topics introduced during the in-person event. Click here for more information and to register.
Forest Stewardship Workshops – Trinity County
Trinity County, March 14, 2023 - May 9, 2023 - Online and April 1st in-person field day. Registration now open! Workshop Overview: This workshop series will help landowners develop plans to improve and protect their forest lands in an ecologically and economically sustainable manner. The workshops will address management objectives and planning, forest restoration, fuels
Latino Advocacy Week
Launched in 2021, Latino Advocacy Week is meant to help build the capacity and familiarity among Latinos to advocate for themselves, their families, and their community. In 2023, we plan to host events that includes discussions surrounding workforce development, access to nature, and immigration. The need Every 30 seconds, a Latino citizen turns 18, and
Day Hike: Wildflowers on the Merced
Day Hike: Wildflowers on the Merced
Celebrate spring in the Sierra Nevada on a guided day hike just outside Yosemite Valley! On this one-day adventure, you’ll see the brilliant wildflowers that bloom early in the Merced River Canyon, west of the park along Hwy. 140. As you stroll, you’ll get to appreciate and photograph the sumptuous displays of vibrant orange poppies
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SciPub – What’s in Your Water?
SciPub – What’s in Your Water?
This SciPub, originally scheduled for February, has a new date - next Tuesday, March 28, from 6-7 pm! Ever wonder what's in your water? In 2020, SSI partnered with 8 other organizations to test tap water from 9 counties in California for hundreds of different chemicals. At this SciPub we'll share and discuss the results
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UC California Naturalist Program – Sierra Streams Institute
Registration is now open for the Spring 2023 California Naturalist Course! The UC California Naturalist course will introduce you to the wonders of our local ecology and engage you in the stewardship of California’s natural communities. The course will combine a science curriculum with guest lecturers, field trips, and project-based learning to immerse you in
North Table Mountain Wildflower Excursion
North Table Mountain Wildflower Excursion
Join certified California Naturalist and photographer Charlie Russell on a wildflower excursion at North Table Mountain Ecological Preserve! This area, located approximately seven miles north of Oroville, is one of the most spectacular wildflower locations in California, with over 540 species of plants. You will meet at the Preserve and spend the day searching for
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How to Complete the TRT: A Guide Panel Discussion
How to Complete the TRT: A Guide Panel Discussion
Join the Tahoe Rim Trail Association (TRTA) to learn more about circumnavigating the Tahoe Rim Trail (TRT)! This event will be a panel of expert TRTA Guides with all the information you need on how to complete the Tahoe Rim Trail. All guides have traversed the Tahoe Rim Trail TRT in different capacities and amounts
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Creating Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice through Service: How Cesar Chavez’ Vision of Service Lives on in California
Creating Social, Economic, and Environmental Justice through Service: How Cesar Chavez’ Vision of Service Lives on in California
California Chief Service Officer Josh Fryday, who leads California Volunteers, Office of the Governor, will discuss the power of service to bridge divides and create equity and justice, and the importance of service. He will also discuss the legacy of service champions such as Cesar Chavez, how Governor Newsom invests in service in California, and
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Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour
Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour
Wild and Scenic Film Festival is coming to South Lake Tahoe on Saturday, April 1, 2023, from 1-5 pm at Lake Tahoe Community College Duke Theatre. Join us for an afternoon of award-winning, awe-inspiring films that focus on the environment, local activism, and adventure. Visit www.sierranevadaalliance.org/wsff for tickets and to view full event details. Sierra
Wild & Scenic Film Fest After Party with CB Radio
Wild & Scenic Film Fest After Party with CB Radio
We're not ready to end the celebrations yet! Sierra Nevada Alliance, South of North Brewing Company, and CB Radio bring you the Wild & Scenic Film Festival After Party. When you're finished viewing the awe-inspiring, award-winning films at the Wild & Scenic Film Festival, grab your dancing shoes and come on over to South of
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New Date – Bear Yuba Land Trust’s Community Rendezvous
New Date – Bear Yuba Land Trust’s Community Rendezvous
Join BYLT at Gold Vibe Kombuchary on March 2 to learn about all things BYLT! They will be presenting about current projects, plans for 2023, new volunteer opportunities, screening their film, and so much more! Click here to RSVP.
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Environmental review pathways to long-term success: prescribed fires
Environmental review pathways to long-term success: prescribed fires
Want to learn more about increasing the pace and scale of prescribed fire? Participants will improve their understanding of how to get prescribed fires accomplished. CAL FIRE Battalion Chief, Marshall Turbeville, will explain how the environmental review process may differ depending on the project. Senior Environmental Scientist with Permit Sonoma, Robert Aguero, will outline a
Wild and Scenic Rivers Project Wrap
Wild and Scenic Rivers Project Wrap
The National Wild and Scenic Rivers System contributes 10% of drinking water throughout the United States. In addition, these rivers are essential for their cultural, recreational, and natural value. Adventure Scientists’ Wild and Scenic Rivers Project collected water quality data in prioritized locations across the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Since 2020, volunteers have
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Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area
Yolo Basin Foundation offers monthly tours of the Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area (October – June) and the City of Davis Wetlands. The tours are appropriate for all levels of outdoor enthusiasts and birders. These are driving tours on gravel roads with several stops and an occasional, optional short walk. Pets are not allowed on tours.
NatureFest
NatureFest
Join Bear Yuba Land Trust (BYLT) and Nevada County Library for the 3rd annual NatureFest! Grab the family and head outside for a day full of self-guided fun and activities. BYLT will be set up at four local trailheads to share activities and ideas to help you explore nature and enjoy the outdoors. With a
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California Climate Policy Summit 2023
California Climate Policy Summit 2023
The California Climate Policy Summit kicks off in less than two weeks! The climate disasters we’re experiencing today are the consequences of decades of inadequate action. For the world to have a chance at a climate-safe future, California must do more, faster. The silver living is that solutions already exist, we just need our elected
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2023 California Tribal Water Summit Film Festival
2023 California Tribal Water Summit Film Festival
The Tribal Water Summit may be sold out, but you can still learn about California Tribal Water Rights, TEK, cultural burns, habitat and species restoration, cultural ceremony, basketry, medicine gathering, forest protection, land back, and how Tribes are handling climate resilience - by attending the Tribal Water Summit Film Festival on Wed, April 12, 2023
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Nature Photography Workshop and Tour with Lewis Kemper
Session I: Online Photography Workshop (Virtual) Thursday, April 13, 2023 7:00pm – 8:30pm Session II: Nature Photography Workshop and Tour (In Person) Saturday, April 15, 2023 3:45pm-7:45pm $175 – includes both sessions (benefits yolo basin foundation) Participants: 20 Reregistration closes Tuesday, April 11 at 12:00pm or when full Join world-renowned nature photographer Lewis Kemper as he
2023 CSU-WATER Conference
Please save the date for the 2023 CSU-WATER Conference on April 13 & 14, 2023, at CSU-Monterey Bay. This year’s conference theme is Our WATER’s Future: Challenges and Next Steps. Presentations will cover topics such as water contaminants, water quality due to climate change, and social and environmental justice. The CSU-WATER Conference is for CSU faculty and students
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Tahoe Truckee Earth Day Festival 2023
Tahoe Truckee Earth Day Festival 2023
One of the largest Earth Day celebrations in the region, the free community event takes place at The Village at Palisades Tahoe from 11 am to 5 pm, and gives kids and adults the opportunity to learn about recycling, composting, alternative energy, and sustainability through hands-on activities the whole family can enjoy. This event is
Upper Merced River Watershed Council Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour
Upper Merced River Watershed Council Wild & Scenic Film Festival On Tour
Join The Upper Merced River Watershed Council on Saturday, April 15, for a day of celebration honoring the Merced Wild & Scenic River! The Upper Merced River Watershed Council is proud to bring the Wild and Scenic Film Festival to Mariposa County. This inspiring festival and fundraiser combines a series of award-winning environmental and adventure
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2023 CWEMF Annual Meeting
The California Water and The California Water and Environmental Modeling Forum will hold its 29th Annual Meeting from Monday, April 17 through Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at the Lake Natoma Inn (Venue) in Folsom, California. Program Highlights of the 2023 CWEMF Annual Meeting include: Click here to view/download the draft meeting program. NEW!!! Three (3) concurrent technical sessions will be
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Good Morning Truckee – Emergency Preparedness
Good Morning Truckee – Emergency Preparedness
Join the Truckee Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, April 18, at 7:00 am for a Good Morning Truckee focused on Emergency Preparedness. If this winter has taught us anything, it is that emergency preparedness is key to successful mountain living! Speakers will include: Eric Horntvedt, Wildfire Prevention Manager, Truckee Fire Protection District, who will present on year
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Sierra Day at the Capitol 2023
Sierra Day at the Capitol 2023
About the event: On April 19, the mountains are coming to Sacramento. Sierra Day at the Capitol is an event coordinated by Sierra Nevada Alliance, Sierra Business Council, The Sierra Fund, and League to Save Lake Tahoe to advocate for resource investments and specific budget asks to support our collective conservation and restoration goals benefiting
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Reno Earth Day
Reno Earth Day
Join us at Idlewild Park for this years annual Reno Earth Day. Learn about sustainability, recycling, energy, and much more from local nonprofit and educational groups. While you’re at Reno Earth Day, you can expect another Great American Craft Fair, live local musicians, and locally sourced beer. Be sure to bring your flask and reusable
Sierra College Earth Day Festival 2023
Sierra College Earth Day Festival 2023
Earth Day is an international celebration that takes place around the world on April 22nd to show support for environmental conservation, preservation, stewardship, and reciprocity. Earth Day is observed in more than 193 countries and reminds each one of us that Earth and its habitats provide us with life and subsistence. Earth Day in its current
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Friends of the Inyo’s Owens Lake Bird Festival
Since 2015, Friends of the Inyo’s Owens Lake Bird Festival in Lone Pine, California, has been celebrating the migration of thousands of birds as they alight at Owens Lake to replenish their strength before continuing on their transcontinental journey along the Pacific Flyway, which extends from Alaska to Patagonia. Owens Lake has been designated a
Capturing and Managing Water from Large Storms and Wet Winters in California – Prospects and Limitations
Capturing and Managing Water from Large Storms and Wet Winters in California – Prospects and Limitations
What to do with all the stormwater? The Office of Water Programs at Sacramento State is offering a webinar on Friday, April 21, to discuss capturing and managing water from large storms. The event is part of the program’s Water Webinar Series. The webinar is free, and registration is required. Click here for more information and to
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Annual Owens River Clean Up 2023
Annual Owens River Clean Up 2023
The ninth consecutive Annual Owens River Clean Up is coming up! This event is an excellent way to gather with community members while cleaning one of our beloved rivers. Meet time is 8 am at the Pleasant Valley Campground by the foot bridge. Bring: Gloves, family, and friends Lunch: Provided for volunteers at 12 pm. Pick
Community Work Day At Wildflower Ridge
Community Work Day At Wildflower Ridge
Come join Bear Yuba Land Trust at a Community Work Day at Wildflower Ridge! BYLT works with the community to save land and empower folks to lead in conservation. We will be removing invasive species, doing trail work, and litter removal. This will be a newly acquired preserve, so you will be the first ones
South Lake Tahoe Earth Day Festival 2023
South Lake Tahoe Earth Day Festival 2023
Celebrate Earth Day by joining us for this free community event! The Alliance is proud to be a member of the planning committee for the South Tahoe Earth Day Festival. There will be food, live music, speakers, games, prizes, and more. We hope to see you there! Date: Saturday, April 22 Time: 10am - 3pm
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Sacramento Earth Day 2023
Sacramento Earth Day 2023
The ECOS-hosted Sacramento Earth Day is the largest Earth Day celebration in the Sacramento region. It’s free, and it provides thousands of attendees with information on sustainability. This year’s theme is GROW NATIVE. On the central green in Southside Park, experts will advise on native plants, water conservation, and streetscape/landscape techniques. Nurseries will have native plants
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Keep Truckee Green Fixit Clinic
Keep Truckee Green Fixit Clinic
Celebrate Earth Day by giving a second life to your broken household items! Bring your broken electronics, furniture, clothing, outdoor gear, and more! “Fixit Coaches” from the Truckee Roundhouse will be on hand to assist you through the repair process. At past Fixit Clinics, we’ve repaired items from toaster ovens, wooden chairs, to lamps, puffy
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40th Annual Salmonid Restoration Conference
In 2023, Salmonid Restoration Federation will produce the 40th Annual Salmonid Restoration Conference in Fortuna, California. The first two days of the conference include technical workshops and field tours. Thursday begins with a half-day plenary session followed by 1.5 days of technical, biological, and policy-related concurrent sessions. This conference will focus on a broad range
Beyond Wildlife Policy to Social Justice: Rethinking Wildlife Management in the U.S.
Beyond Wildlife Policy to Social Justice: Rethinking Wildlife Management in the U.S.
Join Wildlife for All for a one-hour introduction to their organization, a national campaign to reform wildlife management in the U.S. to be more democratic, just, compassionate, and focused on protecting all wild species and ecosystems. Speakers Kevin Bixby (Wildlife for All) and Michelle Lute (Project Coyote) will explain how the current system of wildlife
SciPub: PFAS
SciPub: PFAS
For this special SciPub presentation, Angus McGrath from Stantec will be joining for a presentation about PFAS. Bring your own snacks and please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to get a drink! Click here for more information and to register.
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Forest Futures Salon: Historic and Current Approaches to Forest and Fire Management
Forest Futures Salon: Historic and Current Approaches to Forest and Fire Management
Our relationship to our forests and fire has changed dramatically in the face of catastrophic wildfire. But what strategies historically have led us to where we are now and what strategies are essential to implement today? Learn about the history of forest and fire management in our region and what is being done to address
State of the Yuba 2023
State of the Yuba 2023
Join SYRCL on Wednesday, April 26, at their annual State of the Yuba address at Peace Lutheran Church in Grass Valley. State of the Yuba is SYRCL’s free, open-to-the-public report to the watershed community. It’s also an invitation to take action for the river. Hear from our team about the condition of the river, SYRCL’s
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Climate Conversations: Nature-Based Solutions
Climate Conversations: Nature-Based Solutions
Join a discussion about how to better work with nature to build climate resilience and support human well-being and ecosystems. Nature-based solutions such as restoring wetlands, planting trees in cities, and using cover crops can cost-effectively make communities more resilient to the impacts of climate change, as well as provide over a third of the
Science Speaks Series: Managing water during California’s wild changes in climate
Science Speaks Series: Managing water during California’s wild changes in climate
Jeffrey Mount is a senior fellow at the PPIC Water Policy Center. He is an emeritus professor of earth and planetary sciences and founding director of the Center for Watershed Sciences at the University of California, Davis. Over the past ten years California has experienced wild swings in climate, with two record warm/dry three year periods
Nature and You: Wildlfowers
Nature and You: Wildlfowers
It's wildflower season! And thanks to the many, many storms we've had over the past months, we should be in for a real treat this year. Curious to find out more about these beautiful, colorful treasures, where to find them, and why we have so many different ones in our area? Then be sure to
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Fishmas Eve: Trout Unlimited Annual Fundraiser
Fishmas Eve: Trout Unlimited Annual Fundraiser
Join the Truckee Chapter of Trout Unlimited at Donner Creek Brewing for their annual fundraiser, Fishmas Eve. This years event will take place on Friday, April 28, from 7-9 pm. Tickets are $30 at the door, and all proceeds benefit Trout Unlimited, Truckee. Bring your appetite and have some fun with great food and drinks
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Take a Hike – Deer Creek Preserve Phenology
Take a Hike – Deer Creek Preserve Phenology
In partnership with our sponsors and supporters, the Northern California Regional Land Trust is excited to welcome the public to the Deer Creek Preserve to enjoy spring bloom as part of the Take a Hike event series. Led by the Land Trust staff and board of directors, this hike will wind into the interior of
IN THE FIELD: Wildflower Hike
IN THE FIELD: Wildflower Hike
It’s wildflower season! Come join BYLT in partnership with California Native Plant Society (CNPS) and Yuba River Charter School (YRCS) for two Wildflower Hikes at Wildflower Ridge Trail. 9:00am guided hike with YRCS is a family friendly/beginner plant and flower identification group that will include a nature activity for the kiddos. 11:30am guided hike with