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California Naturalist Eastern Sierra Immersion Course with Teranga Ranch Wildlife

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Jun 8, 2026 - Jun 23, 2026

Explore California’s redwoods, rivers, and coastline through an immersive, place-based field experience designed for curious adults and older youth.This six-day field course with Teranga Wildlife focuses on the ecological connections between land, water, and wildlife — with extended time in the field, guided…
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Climate Stewards Course with Community Environmental Council

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Apr 15, 2026 - Jun 3, 2026

Taking bold measures to stop the climate crisis requires the work of many — non-profit leaders, professionals, recent college graduates, retirees, and community members — to work together. CEC’s Climate Stewards program is designed to provide participants with the tools needed to take individual and…
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California Naturalist Immersion Course with Yosemite Conservancy

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May 26, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026

Have you ever wanted to become a certified naturalist — and do it in the heart of Yosemite National Park? This immersive UC California Naturalist Certification Course, offered by Yosemite Conservancy in partnership with UC Environmental Stewards, combines science, stewardship, and adventure in one of the…
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Yosemite Conservancy

 Have you ever wanted to become a certified naturalist — and do it in the heart of Yosemite National Park? This immersive UC California Naturalist Certification Course, offered by Yosemite Conservancy in partnership with UC Environmental Stewards, combines science, stewardship, and adventure in one…
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Crops grow in rows at Alma Backyard Farms

UC ANR Climate and Land Equity elevates agritourism on urban farms

March 24, 2026
By Caroline D Champlin
This February, the CALE team co-organized a workshop with L.A. Food Policy Council at Alma Backyard Farms, an urban farm in Compton. The event focused on making agritourism accessible to urban growers, ensuring resources reach smaller-scale and lower-resourced operations.
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SCICON BBQ and Wild Flower Festival

Event Date
Apr 19, 2026

The SCICON BBQ and Wildflower Festival is sponsored by Tulare County Office of Education and the Friends of SCICON. The BBQ is held annually on the third Sunday in April. This is a day when families and individuals of all ages are invited to tour and enjoy the SCICON campus. Stop by the UC Master Gardeners…
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Springville Farmers Market

Event Date
Apr 18, 2026

Do you have gardening questions? Visit the UC Master Gardeners of Tulare/Kings County Information Table at the Springvillw Farmers Market for free pamphlets, handouts, and expert plant and pest advice.  We encourage you to bring your questions, photos, or garden samples—whether you're a beginner or an…
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Master Gardener Plant Clinic Table at Luis Nursery
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Luis Nursery Plant Clinic

Event Date
Apr 11, 2026

Luis Nursery in Visalia CA, in partnership with UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County, hosts plant clinics and educational events. These clinics offer expert advice on local gardening, plant selection, and pest management. Have questions on the plants you select stop by the UC Master Gardener table…
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Master Gardener Plant Clinic Table at Hofmans' Nursery
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Hofmans' Nursery Plant Clinic

Event Date
Apr 18, 2026

Hofmans' Nursery in Hanford CA, in partnership with UC Master Gardeners of Tulare and Kings County, hosts plant clinics and educational events. These clinics offer expert advice on local gardening, plant selection, and pest management. Have questions on the plants you select stop by the UC Master Gardener…
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Grasshoppers ready to eat. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Hop to It!

March 24, 2026
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Oh, the quotes about grasshoppers! "War among grasshoppers delights the crow.""Two ants do not fail to pull one grasshopper.""The restless grasshopper only finds rest in the gizzard of a bird.""A grasshopper that sleeps about will soon be awake in a lizard's mouth."Crows, ants, birds, lizards, who…
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