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UC Master Gardeners of Placer County: Article

Mammalian Pests in the Garden: Control Them, Live with Them, or Both

December 4, 2025
By Bonnie Bradt, UC Master Gardener of Nevada County From The Curious Gardener, Fall 2021Many of us “Foothill Dwellers” love it here, for the enjoyment of the natural world surrounding us. Sometimes however, that natural world comes in the form of critters, large and small, that love the same veggies,…
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fava beans
Grown in Marin: Event

Nitrogen Management in Organic Production of Annual Crops

Dec 9, 2025

Participants will learn how to estimate nitrogen release from diverse organic sources & translate that into nitrogen fertilization decisions and reporting. We will cover the most common sources of nitrogen and complete a nitrogen budget.Understanding Nitrogen Dynamics: the nutrient, the role of microbes…
Grown in Marin
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Lake Bon Tempe's oak woodland
UC Marin Master Gardeners: Article

Biodiversity in the house

December 4, 2025
Imagine walking deep into a cool, damp, shady redwood forest. Inhale the scent, sink into the duff, touch verdant ferns, pluck tangy huckleberries, marvel at the spectacular vine maples and iris spread out around you. Now, imagine you’re still walking among those redwoods, but this time the plants that…
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MOB Lakeport Flyer
Lake County: Event

Lakeport Mediterannean Oak Borer Workshop

Dec 9, 2025

Join us at the Lakeport City Council Chambers to Learn about the biology, ecology, and best management practices for the Mediterranean oak borer, an invasive pest of valley, blue, and Oregon white oaks. ISA CEUS applied for.
Lake County
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gardening with pets; Bernie Day's pet
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County: Event

Gardening with Pets - San Jose

Mar 21, 2026

Do you want a garden where both you and your furry friends can thrive? We will share ideas to create beautiful and highly functional outdoor environments that are safe for you, your pets and the local wildlife. Learn strategies for eliminating toxic threats, designing harmonious living zones, and encouraging…
UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County
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UC Environmental Stewards: Event

California Naturalist Course with Sonoma Ecology Center

Feb 11, 2026 - Mar 14, 2026

Sonoma Ecology Center is teaming up with the University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources to offer this accredited nine-week course locally. The course results in real college credits, and it turns nature lovers into certified graduates of the UC California Naturalist Program,…
UC Environmental Stewards
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UC Environmental Stewards: Event

Climate Stewards Course with Community Environmental Council

Jan 27, 2026 - Mar 17, 2026

CEC’s Climate Stewards certification course provides the resources, training, and confidence for participants to join the grassroots climate action movement on California’s Central Coast. Instructors introduce students to social-emotional learning and trauma-aware practices, climate change communication,…
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UC Environmental Stewards: Event

California Naturalist Course with American River College

Jan 17, 2026 - May 21, 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

Climate Stewards Course with Columbia College

Jan 12, 2026 - May 2, 2026

FNR 190 Climate Stewardship, 3 unitsThis course satisfies the requirement to become a California Certified Climate Steward. Classroom and field experience in California natural history, local and global effects of our changing climate, communication training and community service. Not repeatable.Dates: …
UC Environmental Stewards
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