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UC Environmental Stewards: Page

Climate Stewards Partners

Below is an alphabetized list of partners that offer the Climate Stewards certification course by regions of California. Bay Area CanopyConservation Society of California - Oakland ZooPacific Grove Museum of Natural HistoryPoint Reyes National Seashore AssociationSanta Clara County ParksStrategic…
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UC Environmental Stewards: Page

California Naturalist Partners

Below is an alphabetized list of partners that offer the California Naturalist certification course by regions of California. San Francisco & Monterey Bay AreasAlameda Creek AllianceAll Hands EcologyConservation Society of California - Oakland ZooGrassroots EcologyHayward Area Recreation and Park…
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UC Master Gardener Program of Contra Costa County: Article

Here's what's NEW in 2026

March 2, 2026
By Hedwig L Van Den Broeck
The 2026 Great Tomato Plant Sale Is Bursting with Flavor!Jump to : Helpful Articles and Growing Tips The countdown has begun for the 2026 Great Tomato Plant Sale (GTPS) in Contra Costa County—and we’re especially excited about this year’s selection. Yes, your beloved, tried-and-true favorites are…
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Honey bee nectaring
Bug Squad: Article

Learning About Bees at the UC Davis Bee Haven

March 2, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 It was a great day to learn about bees. The weather cooperated, the bees buzzed, and 632 people looked for the queen in the bee observation hive,  wandered through the garden, and admired the art. And they took home seed cookies to plant at home.The occasion: The UC Davis Bee Haven open house…
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UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County: Page

Garden Resources

Garden Resources is the place where you can find our workshop calendar, upcoming events, pest management information and publications such as the Curious Gardener quarterly newsletter and our Western Sierra Foothills Garden Guide.
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UC Master Gardeners of Nevada County: Page

Workshops and Special Events

Fruit Tree Integrated Pest Management June 6, 2026, 10:00am - noon Demonstration Garden, 1036 W. Main Street, Grass Valley (NID Grounds)Fruit trees are an investment of time and resources that can deliver long term benefits of fresh fruit from our gardens; however, they can also be challenging to grow…
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Jar of dehydrated strawberries
UC Master Food Preserver: Event

How to Safely Dehydrate Food at Home With or Without a Dehydrator (Online Delivery Program)

Apr 14, 2026

This free online class, taught by the UC Master Food Preservers Online Delivery Program, focuses on food safety principles and practical techniques for preserving food through dehydration.You’ll learn how different drying approaches, including:Solar dryingOpen-air dryingMicrowave dryingForced-air drying …
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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Article

Back to the Basics – Indigenous Gardening Techniques

March 2, 2026
By Carolyn Borden, UC Master Gardener of Placer CountyMost home gardeners rely on the convenience of nearby nursery centers to select non-native plants from all over the world for planting and to purchase gardening tools, irrigation supplies, fertilizer, and pesticide. Modern gardens often focus on space…
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