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UC Environmental Stewards: Event

California Naturalist Courses with American River College

Jul 16, 2026 - Aug 12, 2026

Take any of the following courses in the Environmental Conservation Program at American River College Department of Natural Resources to obtain California Naturalist Certification. Environmental Conservation is an interdisciplinary program that advances the understanding of ecological systems and their…
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UC Environmental Stewards: Event

California Naturalist Course with Sutro Stewards' San Francisco Youth Naturalist Program

Jun 15, 2026 - Jul 30, 2026

Based on Mount Sutro in San Francisco, the San Francisco Youth Naturalist Program will introduce you to the wonders of our unique ecology in the Bay and engage you in the stewardship of California’s natural communities. The course will utilize a combination of environmental science curriculum, guest…
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Strawberries and Caneberries: Article

Announcing September 11 UCCE Meet Up about Cold Conditioning of Strawberry

August 12, 2026
By Mark P Bolda
The matter of cold conditioning in strawberry is one of great importance to growers, farm managers and pest control advisors, and one for which patterns of management are established but nevertheless should be understood more to adapt to the changes in varieties and production patterns.In turn, over the last…
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UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County: Event

Native Plants -- Right Plant, Right Place

Sep 26, 2026

Join UC Master Gardeners of Santa Barbara County in a Garden Workshop on:Native Plants -- Right Plant, Right PlaceSanta Barbara Master Gardeners will introduce you to the powerful framework of Right Plant, Right Place.  We will discuss the factors that will help determine which plant best meets both…
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Cultivating Change in Imperial County Schools

August 12, 2026
By Kristian M Salgado-Jacobo
 At Mulberry Elementary School District, an artichoke became a small revelation. Few students had ever seen one growing in a field. Then they grew artichokes themselves — watching the plants develop, harvesting them and discovering firsthand where food comes from. It was a simple experience, but in…
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Carla-Cristina "CC" Edwards

Meet UC Davis Doctoral Candidate 'CC' Edwards, Medical Entomologist

August 11, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 There are only 24 hours in a day, but don't tell that to Carla-Cristina “CC” de Melo Edwards. Anyone looking at her curriculum vitae (CV) must wonder: How can one person accomplish all that mountain of mosquito research, leadership,  public service and outreach?Edwards, a doctoral candidate in the…
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UC Master Gardeners of Butte County: Event

Irrigation

Sep 11, 2026

Drip irrigation is arguably the most efficient method of providing water to trees, crops, gardens, and landscapes. This workshop will provide an overview of different options available for drip irrigation systems and how to install them. You will also learn how to troubleshoot and inspect your system, and…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

Smith Family Farm Tomato Day - AAMG 2026

Sep 26, 2026

Stop by our Ask a Master Gardener (AAMG) table during your visit to the Smith Family Farm Tomato Day. Bring your gardening questions and leave with answers, tips, and fresh inspiration!
UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

El Sobrante Stroll - AAMG2026

Sep 20, 2026

Come and visit our Ask a Master Gardener (AAMG) table during your El Sobrante Stroll on San Pablo Dam Road, across from Mechanics Bank. Bring your gardening questions and leave with answers, tips, and fresh inspiration!
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Event

Ruth Bancroft Garden Botanical Bash - AAMG2026

Sep 13, 2026

Join us for a FREE, fun, educational celebration of our community at the Ruth Bancroft Gardens Botanical Bash: A Celebration of Plants and People. Bring your gardening questions, stop by our Ask A Master Gardener (AAMG) table and leave with answers, tips, and fresh inspiration!This event is free to the…
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