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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Black bears are one of the most iconic and misunderstood animals of the Sierra. Join Sierra Forever naturalists at the New Shady Rest Campground Outdoor Amphitheater to discover the fascinating […]
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 […]
Part of Latino Conservation Week 2026, this free guided tour of the Conservation Open Space Area (COSA) takes place on the Bishop Paiute Reservation. COSA is a 24.8-acre wetland and […]
Join Brianda Hernandez Rosales, Water Quality Program Coordinator for the Bishop Paiute Tribe, for a guided tour of the Conservation Open Space Area (COSA) — a 24.8-acre wetland and alkali […]
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 […]
Join Trail Ambassador Kelly for a seasonal naturalist walk in Rock Creek. Each program highlights what's happening on the landscape at that time of year, from blooming wildflowers to signs […]
Join Trail Ambassador Bella for a hike among aspen groves, wildflowers, and waterfalls while stopping to observe and sketch the surrounding beauty. No art experience needed — just a sense […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join volunteers from the Mono Lake Committee, Sierra Nevada Alliance, and Caltrans District 9 to clean up Mill Creek at Lundy Lake — a key tributary to Mono Lake. Meet […]
Wrap up the 2026 Summer of Stewardship with the Annual Lakes Basin Cleanup. Meet at the Horseshoe Lake Trailhead at 9 a.m. for a free breakfast, followed by a safety […]
Saddle up with your favorite ladies for a beautiful day in the Eastern Sierra mountains filled with fall colors, horseback riding, a delicious lunch, and a seasonal take-home centerpiece. Check-in […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Dennis Brackett for a local geology field trip on Saturday, September 26, 2026, running from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM. Sliding scale pricing starts at $15 — options include […]
Join 50-year Inyo County conservationist Michael Prather for a guided bird habitat tour of Patsiata and the river corridor. The tour combines driving and short walks to explore wildlife habitats […]
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, […]
A public groundbreaking ceremony marks the launch of a major four-year habitat restoration project in Reds Meadow Valley, led by the JMT Wilderness Conservancy. The project will restore high-elevation meadows […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance for a fall migration birding trip to Patsiata (Owens Lake), led by Mike Prather. Meet at the Diaz Lake County Park parking lot on […]
Join Sierra Forever naturalists for a free, family-friendly guided walk through the autumn aspen groves along the East Fork of Rock Creek. Learn about the changing season and how it […]
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, […]
The California Native Plant Society's Bristlecone Chapter hosts its Fall Meeting featuring Dr. Alexandra Urza, Forest Health Program Director of the Whitebark Institute. Her talk, "ESCCRP: Landscape-Scale Forest Management for […]
Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance (ESBA) for their monthly bird walk at the Bishop Paiute Tribe's Conservation Open Space Area (COSA). This walk is open to all ages and no birding experience is required — binoculars and field guides are available to borrow. Come explore this natural area and discover the birds that call […]
Join Friends of the Inyo and Eastern Sierra Land Trust for a morning of stewardship along the Owens River. Volunteers will help clean up the riverbanks while enjoying complimentary coffee and donuts. The event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Artesian Wells in Bishop. RSVP in advance to receive the exact meeting location […]
Enjoy a two-hour guided hike starting from the Rush Creek Trailhead to explore peak fall colors around the June Lake Loop. Part of the Leaves in the Loop Fall Festivities weekend. Free entry.
October 11th is the last day of the season at Gull Lake Marina. Boat rentals are available, fall foliage is changing around the June Lake Loop, and sunny days are in the forecast. Come get out on the water, cast a line, or enjoy the scenery before the marina closes for the year.
Friends of the Inyo and Mono County Recreation lead a volunteer cleanup of the dispersed camping area on the Mammoth Scenic Loop. Lunch is provided for volunteers.
Join the Big Pine Paiute Tribe of the Owens Valley for a community volunteer day planting pinyon seedlings in the White Mountains. Meet at 825 S. Main St. in Big Pine at 9:30 am to caravan together to the old CARMA site. If you plan to arrive later, contact the organizer for a pin drop […]
Join the Whitebark Institute and the Town of Mammoth Lakes for a volunteer planting afternoon at the Mammoth Creek Parcel. From 3–5 PM, participants will help re-vegetate an area along […]
Moderate Bishop Bouldering hosts outdoor bouldering meetups at Happy Boulders twice a month on Tuesdays throughout October. The group gathers at the Totty Boulder at 5:30 PM to warm up, […]
The Bishop Climbers are hosting the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour — a curated program of the world's best mountain films celebrating climbing, adventure, and the outdoors. Doors […]
Join this online Zoom session in the Water Connects Us series, focused on Stewardship & Land Return with the Three Creeks Stewards. The series explores all aspects of life that […]
Join the Sierra Club Toiyabe Chapter's Range of Light Group for a highway cleanup along a 2-mile stretch of US-395 between Mammoth and June Lake. Meet at 9:00 AM at the Crestview Rest Stop on Highway 395. Tools and safety vests are provided — just wear closed-toe shoes, sunscreen, and a hat, and bring water. […]
Join the Three Creeks Stewardship team and Water Empowerment Organizers for a morning of hands-on land stewardship at Pahidu Payahuupü (Three Creeks), helping prepare the land for the fall season. The event runs from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Meet at 941 Birch Creek Road, Big Pine, CA. Bring gloves, a sun hat, a reusable […]
Friends of the Inyo is hosting a Monarch Count Workshop with the Xerces Society on October 22, 2026, from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. This workshop is part of Friends […]
Learn to identify the tracks and signs of the many charismatic creatures that make their living in the Eastern Sierra. Senior Tracker Phil Johnston guides this workshop for all ability […]
Moderate Bishop Bouldering hosts outdoor bouldering meetups at Happy Boulders twice a month on Tuesdays in October (10/13 & 10/27) at 5:30 PM. The group meets at the Totty Boulder […]
Join the Water Connects Us series for an online session on the restoration of native plants at Keeler Dunes, led by Jeremiah Joseph. This talk explores all aspects of life […]
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 […]
Join Eastern Sierra Land Trust for a spooktacular Halloween Highway Cleanup! Costumes are optional but encouraged. Sweep litter from along the roads on Saturday, October 31, 8:30-11:30 AM. The meet-up […]
Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance for a forest bird walk at Panorama Dome, led by Mary Clapp. Meet at the Twin Lakes parking area in Mammoth Lakes. This is […]
Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance (ESBA) for their monthly bird walk at the Bishop Paiute Tribe's Conservation Open Space Area (COSA). This walk is open to all ages and […]
Join Mammoth local and Eastside Weather creator Noé Barrell for a practical workshop on understanding California weather, weather models, and what they can tell us about the season ahead. The […]
Join the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance for a vehicle-based wintering raptor tour around the Upper Owens Valley, led by Forrest English and Emma Cox. Meet at the northwest corner of […]
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