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This spring, join HREC for an exploration of California's ecology, from the rocks to the habitats that thrive in our richly biodiverse state.  We'll focus on the ecology of the Coast Ranges, from the geologic formation of our state to the people, plants and animals that rely on our diverse…

We are excited to announce a series of one day workshops focusing on virtual fencing. Workshops will cover different topics related to virtual fencing, including livestock management, funding opportunities, targeted grazing applications, and more.  Each workshop will be different so we hope you will…

 On Saturday, April 11 and/or May 9 enjoy the beauty of Hopland REC at your own pace on this self-guided hike. On arrival at 10am you will be greeted by staff and given a map of the walking route. This route takes you on a loop along dirt roads, climbing to over 1000ft where you'll enjoy a view across…

Celebrate 75 years of the Hopland Research and Extension Center with us! All are welcome to our FREE Open House on Sunday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free to the public and will allow visitors to explore the beautiful oak woodlands and meet the scientists studying the land. Activities…

Grasses are Fun and Challenging to Identify!Build your skills:Understand California’s grassland ecologyFamiliarize yourself with grass-specific terminologyIdentify grasses by using the Jepson eFlora dichotomous key Recognize the basic groups and common species Build a “collection” of identified…

OverviewFree hands-on Field Day showcasing agtech demos in real North Coast conditions. The day will be split into two parts - vineyard-relevant tech and rangeland tech, with lunch in between. Please register to reserve your spot.Dress: Field attire—closed-toed shoes, long pants, hat, sunscreen…