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This course is currently full and registration is closed. Contact gena@eslt.org to be added to the waitlist. Sierra Forever and Eastern Sierra Land Trust are bringing the UC California Naturalist Program to the Eastern Sierra. Participants become part of a committed corps of volunteer naturalists and citizen scientists dedicated to conservation in the region. The […] |
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Join Friends of the Inyo and the Inyo National Forest for a multi-day backcountry volunteer trip in the White Mountains from September 4–7, 2026. Volunteers will spend three days helping restore a degraded meadow by constructing low-tech restoration structures in small stream channels. Work will include hauling rocks, cutting and moving logs, and shoveling dirt. […] |
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Join trip leaders Debbie House and Jon Dunn for a full-day birding field trip along the shores of Crowley Reservoir, focusing on identifying fall waterfowl and shorebirds in confusing non-breeding and juvenile plumages — the so-called "brown duck" season. Meet at 8:00 AM at the Green Church on Benton Crossing Road. RSVP is strongly encouraged; […] |
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A special evening experience at the summit of Mammoth Mountain, offered on July 3 and September 6, 2026. Ride the Panorama Gondola to 11,053 feet at dusk to watch the sun set over the Minarets, with live DJ music and host-led nature walks to the overlook. A limited amount of food and beverages are available […] |
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A volunteer trail worknight hosted by the Mammoth Lakes Trail System. Participants help with hands-on trail maintenance and stewardship on Mammoth Lakes' extensive trail network, managed jointly by the Town of Mammoth Lakes and the Inyo National Forest. Check mammothtrails.org or the organizer's social media (@mammothlakestrailsystem) for updated details before attending. |
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Join Forest Service rangers for a drop-in watercolor painting session at South Tufa in the Mono Basin. Rangers provide all watercolor supplies and share interpretive information about the unique ecosystems and natural wonders of the Mono Basin and Eastern Sierra. No previous art experience is required, and all ages are welcome. Simply drop in at […] |
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The community is invited to gather pinenuts in preparation for the upcoming Tüba Nüga celebration on September 21, 2026. This is a time of community building, visiting, and carrying out Nümü/Newe lifeways. Meet at the Cultural Center parking lot at 8:30 AM; the group plans to return by 2:30 PM. Tribal vehicle seating may be […] |
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Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance (ESBA) for a guided bird walk at the Bishop Paiute Tribe's Conservation Open Space Area (COSA) on Saturday, September 12, 2026. ESBA hosts these walks on the second Saturday of each month. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Binoculars and field guides are available to share. Meet in […] |
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UC White Mountain Research Center (WMRC) will open the locked gate to Barcroft Station to allow vehicle parking for those wishing to climb White Mountain Peak. The gate opens at 6:30 am and closes at 7:30 pm. This provides vehicle access to the high-elevation Barcroft Station road, making the White Mountain Peak trailhead more accessible […] |
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An eleven-day Vision Fast and rite of passage for men, held in the Inyo Mountains (Payahuunadü), California, September 14–25, 2026. Led by guides Scott Davidson and Nick LaHaise, the program is rooted in the School of Lost Borders' Vision Fast tradition. It invites men to engage with ceremony and the natural world during a time […] |
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Join the Mammoth Lakes Trail System for a Clear the Line Cleanup at Lake Mamie. Volunteers remove discarded fishing line and other debris from the water and shoreline to help protect local lakes and wildlife. Bring friends and help keep Mammoth's waterways tangle free. Presented in partnership with Mammoth Lakes Recreation, the Town of Mammoth […] |
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Join the Tangle Free Waters crew at Convict Lake for the final fishing line cleanup of the summer season. Volunteers will walk the lake's edge or use a kayak, SUP, or other human-powered watercraft to remove discarded fishing line and tackle from along the shoreline, helping protect local wildlife and keep the lake clean. No […] |
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The Owens River Gorge will be closed to public access from September 17 through September 24, 2026. Climbers, hikers, and other visitors should plan accordingly and avoid the area during this period. No reason for the closure is given in the announcement. Check local recreation sources for updates before visiting.
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Paint outdoors while learning about the unique ecosystems of the Mono Basin and Eastern Sierra. U.S. Forest Service rangers provide all watercolor supplies and interpretive information about the natural wonders around you. No previous art experience required — all ages welcome. Drop in at the South Tufa picnic tables anytime between 11 a.m. and 2 […] |
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Join backcountry cook Kelly Kate and the Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) for a free weekend cooking course at Horseshoe Meadow in the Eastern Sierra. This hands-on class is designed to train volunteers interested in cooking for PCTA trail projects, covering camp cooking for a variety of project styles: car camping, backpacking, pack-supported backcountry, and […] |
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Friends of the Inyo needs volunteers to help tackle the longest section of boardwalk restoration yet at Rock Creek. Work involves dismantling the dilapidated old boardwalk, hauling in new rot-resistant lumber, and building a safer, more accessible pathway. Join for one day or the full weekend. Perks include free breakfast provided by Rock Creek Lodge […] |
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Friends of the Inyo needs volunteers to help tackle the longest section of boardwalk restoration yet at Rock Creek. Work involves dismantling the dilapidated old boardwalk, hauling in new rot-resistant lumber, and building a safer, more accessible pathway. Join for one day or the full weekend. Perks include free breakfast provided by Rock Creek Lodge […]
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Join Trail Ambassador Abby for a guided hike to learn about ethical plant foraging and the edible and medicinal properties of local plants. Participants will learn how to identify plants, harvest sustainably, and explore the historical contexts of plants as food and medicine. This is the final date in a seasonal series (previous dates: 6/28, […] |
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Moderate Bishop Bouldering heads to the Buttermilk Boulders for a September evening session. Meet at the Birthday Boulder at 6 PM to warm up, then the group picks a new zone to explore after. All skill levels are welcome. Crash pads and lights are provided by Eastside Sports. Follow @moderate_bishop_bouldering on Instagram for updates. |
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The last Trashy Thursday of 2026. Community cleanup 5–7 pm, then a free dinner 7–8 pm. Trash pickers, bags and gloves provided. Free, all ages welcome. Run by Mammoth Lakes Tourism with the Town of Mammoth Lakes, Mammoth Mountain, Mammoth Disposal, Mammoth Lakes Recreation and the U.S. Forest Service. Locations rotate monthly; September meets at […] |
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Eastern Sierra Pride hosts a Pride Shakeout Run during Mammoth Trail Fest on Friday, September 26. The run starts at 4pm from the Eastern Sierra Pride booth in the Village Plaza and is timed to finish before team trivia on the main stage at 5pm. Stick around afterward for the Desert Peach performance at 6pm […] |
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OkTUBERfest is a seasonal autumn event hosted at Woolly's Adventure Summit at Mammoth Mountain. Join two back-to-back weekends of fall-themed adventure activities at the park. This first occurrence runs Saturday, September 26 through Sunday, September 27, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM. The source does not specify individual activities beyond "autumn adventure," so check the event detail page […] 
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Celebrate the autumn equinox with hands-on projects to improve your garden's soil health and expand your food-growing skills during this transitional season. Presented by NRCS and UC Master Gardener (University of California Agriculture & Natural Resources), this free outdoor workshop at Bishop Community Garden (back of Bishop City Park) features free seeds, resources, and hands-on […] |
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Join Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance volunteer Maggie Smith for a beginner-friendly bird walk during Mammoth Trailfest! Open to kids and adults of all ages — no experience needed. Maggie will bring extra binoculars to share and will teach basic binocular skills before the group heads out. The walk starts in Village Plaza along Canyon Boulevard […] |
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Join the 'Water Connects Us' series for an online session titled 'Under Our Feet: Water Extraction and Our Smaller Neighbors,' presented by Ceal Klingler. This one-hour Zoom talk explores different species and the plant communities and ecosystems that support them, examining how water extraction impacts wildlife and the broader web of life. The series covers […] |
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A free evening of stargazing in Antelope Valley, hosted by the Northern Mono Chamber of Commerce with Western Nevada College. Telescopes are set up at Walker Burger after dark.
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A two-day tenkara fly-fishing boot camp in Bishop, billed as "From Zero to Hero." The event is designed for anglers of varying experience levels and covers casting technique, fly presentation, and reading water. Featured speakers include Frank Burr, Jarett Coons, Amanda Hoffner, Thomas Paulson, Fred Rowe, and Luong Tam. Registration is required. At Tri-County Fairgrounds.
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The 12th Annual Owens River Clean Up returns on Saturday, October 3, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM at Pleasant Valley Campground near Bishop. This community volunteer event brings together participants to remove litter and debris from the Owens River corridor, supporting one of the Eastern Sierra's most important natural waterways. Now in its 12th year, […] |
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