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SUMMARY:Eastern Sierra's Outdoor Career Mini Academy @ Wind Drift Studios
DESCRIPTION:A four-day outdoor career mini academy for high school students and recent graduates\, held each morning from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM\, August 10–13\, 2026. Participants explore career pathways in Wildland Fire\, Forestry\, Climate and Conservation\, and Outdoor Recreation. Learn directly from professionals in outdoor careers — from pro athletes to local Eastern Sierra experts. The program includes field trips and hands-on activities\, skills practice\, outdoor gear\, an outdoor network\, and academic guidance. Application is required; apply via the program’s official application process.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/eastern-sierras-outdoor-career-mini-academy-wind-drift-studios/
LOCATION:Wind Drift Studios\, 94 Old Mammoth Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, CA\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Sierra Business Resource Center":MAILTO:mpicard@sierrabusiness.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T080000
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SUMMARY:Outdoors Career Mini-Academy @ Wind Drift Studios
DESCRIPTION:Day 3 of the Outdoors Career Mini-Academy\, a FREE 4-day program in Mammoth Lakes for current high school students and recent graduates in Mono and Inyo Counties. Running 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM\, participants explore real careers in wildland fire\, forestry\, and outdoor recreation alongside local professionals. Build practical skills\, meet people working in the field\, and find your path in the Eastern Sierra. Spots are limited — apply via the link in bio on @joshua_pighetti’s Instagram profile.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/outdoors-career-mini-academy-wind-drift-studios-2/
LOCATION:Wind Drift Studios\, 94 Old Mammoth Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, CA\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T080000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T150455Z
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SUMMARY:Sierra Compost Bin Workshop @ Elders' Garden (Bishop Paiute Tribe)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Bishop Paiute Tribe Food Sovereignty Program and Sierra Compost for a hands-on workshop on building a 3-bin aerated static pile composting system. Guest teacher and compost expert Timothy England will lead the session\, covering composting tips tailored for the Sierra Nevada region. The workshop is free and open to the public. Coffee and breakfast provided. RSVP by August 11th via the registration link: https://forms.gle/o94WqWGgRu3TRCfQ6
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/sierra-compost-bin-workshop-elders-garden-bishop-paiute-tribe/
LOCATION:Elders’ Garden\, 350 N Barlow Lane\, Bishop\, 93514
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260812T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T233325Z
CREATED:20260811T233324Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Worknight @ Mammoth Lakes Trail System
DESCRIPTION:A volunteer trail worknight hosted by the Mammoth Lakes Trail System. Participants help with hands-on trail maintenance and stewardship work on the local trail network. No start time is listed for this occurrence; check mammothtrails.org or the organizer’s social media for details before heading out.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/wednesday-worknight-mammoth-lakes-trail-system-2/
LOCATION:Mammoth Lakes Trail System\, PO Box 1609 / 437 Old Mammoth Rd\, Suite R\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Mammoth Lakes Trail System":MAILTO:[email protected]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260726T222822Z
CREATED:20260714T143241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T222822Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoors Career Mini-Academy @ Wind Drift Studios
DESCRIPTION:Day 4 (final day) of the Outdoors Career Mini-Academy\, a FREE 4-day program in Mammoth Lakes for current high school students and recent graduates in Mono and Inyo Counties. Running 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM\, participants explore real careers in wildland fire\, forestry\, and outdoor recreation alongside local professionals. Build practical skills\, meet people working in the field\, and find your path in the Eastern Sierra. Spots are limited — apply via the link in bio on @joshua_pighetti’s Instagram profile.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/outdoors-career-mini-academy-wind-drift-studios/
LOCATION:Wind Drift Studios\, 94 Old Mammoth Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, CA\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260814T133436Z
CREATED:20260814T133435Z
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SUMMARY:Rock Creek Lake Annual Clean Up @ Rock Creek Lake Campground
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends of the Inyo for the annual Rock Creek Lake Clean Up! Meet at the Rock Creek Lake Campground parking lot to help keep this beautiful area pristine. Volunteers are rewarded with ice cream and a chance to win raffle prizes donated by Sage to Summit. All are welcome — come for the community\, stay for the views (and the goodies). Event runs from 9 AM to noon.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/rock-creek-lake-annual-clean-up-rock-creek-lake-campground/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Lake Campground\, Rock Creek Rd (off Hwy 395 via Tom's Place exit)\, Crowley Lake\, CA\, 93514
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T113000
DTSTAMP:20260727T043844Z
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SUMMARY:Horseshoe Lake Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Sierra Forever education staff for a free\, easy guided interpretive hike around Horseshoe Lake to explore the natural history and geology of the Mammoth Lakes area. The route is a 1.75-mile loop suitable for all ages; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Horseshoe Lake trailhead kiosk by the parking lot. Dress in weather-appropriate layers\, bring sun protection (hat and sunglasses)\, comfortable walking or hiking shoes\, and water. This is one of several dates in a recurring summer series offered by Sierra Forever.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/horseshoe-lake-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Lake Trailhead\, End of Lake Mary Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra Forever":MAILTO:info@sierraforever.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T170000
DTSTAMP:20260811T234041Z
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SUMMARY:Yosemite Wildlife Presentation with Photographer Robb Hirsch @ Mono Lake Committee Information Center & Bookstore
DESCRIPTION:Join the Mono Lake Committee for a free presentation by wildlife photographer Robb Hirsch on Yosemite’s wildlife — stories from in front of\, and behind\, the camera. Robb Hirsch is a photographer whose work focuses on Yosemite wildlife. The event is free and open to the public at the Mono Lake Committee Information Center & Bookstore in Lee Vining. No registration is required.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/yosemite-wildlife-presentation-with-photographer-robb-hirsch-mono-lake-committee-information-center-bookstore/
LOCATION:Mono Lake Committee Information Center & Bookstore\, 51365 Highway 395 at Third Street\, Lee Vining\, 93541
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260815T193000
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CREATED:20260802T164640Z
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SUMMARY:Campfire Talk: The Secret Lives of Black Bears @ Twin Lakes Campground
DESCRIPTION:Black bears are one of the most iconic and misunderstood animals of the Sierra. Join Sierra Forever naturalists at Twin Lakes Campground in Mammoth Lakes for a free campfire talk on the fascinating lives of black bears and how we can safely share the landscape with them. Meet at the day-use area near Twin Lakes General Store. Free and open to all — you don’t have to be staying at the campground. Programs are outside and subject to cancellation without warning. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Offered as part of Sierra Forever’s interpretive agreement with the Inyo National Forest\, with financial support from ExplorUS\, the Inyo National Forest campground concessionaire.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/campfire-talk-the-secret-lives-of-black-bears-twin-lakes-campground/
LOCATION:Twin Lakes Campground\, Mammoth Lakes\, USA
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra Forever":MAILTO:info@sierraforever.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260816T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260816T103000
DTSTAMP:20260630T011351Z
CREATED:20260630T011350Z
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SUMMARY:Powers of Observation: Exploring Rock Creek Through the Seasons with Friends of the Inyo
DESCRIPTION: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 of wildlife activity. This walk focuses on identifying local wildflowers and discovering evidence that reveals the hidden lives of Rock Creek’s wildlife. Free to attend; registration required — select tickets for your specific date on the Friends of the Inyo website. Part of a recurring series running Sundays on 7/12\, 7/19\, 8/16\, and 9/13.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/powers-of-observation-exploring-rock-creek-through-the-seasons-with-friends-of-the-inyo-2/
LOCATION:Rock Creek Trailhead\, Lower Rock Creek Road (off Hwy 395\, near Tom's Place)\, Bishop\, CA
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260817T235959
DTSTAMP:20260727T043910Z
CREATED:20260727T043909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T043910Z
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SUMMARY:CA Summer Vision Fast @ Inyo Mountains – Big Pine
DESCRIPTION:A twelve-day Vision Fast program held August 17–29\, 2026 in the Inyo Mountains near Big Pine\, California (Payahuunadü). Led by guides Gretchen (Grae) Gerlach and Scott Eberle\, this program is described as a border-crossing practice and an opportunity to reclaim one’s true place in the natural world. Participants step across a threshold into wilderness as part of a modern-day vision quest tradition. Part of the School of Lost Borders’ Vision Fast branch. Early registration is strongly recommended — the School advises registering six months to a year in advance to allow preparation time and to secure a spot.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/ca-summer-vision-fast-inyo-mountains-big-pine/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260818T190000
DTSTAMP:20260814T133108Z
CREATED:20260814T133107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T133108Z
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SUMMARY:Tangle Free Waters: Clear the Line Cleanup @ Lake Mamie
DESCRIPTION:Join Mammoth Lakes Trails System for the next Clear the Line Cleanup at Lake Mamie. Volunteers will spend the evening removing discarded fishing line and other debris from the shoreline to help protect local lakes and wildlife. Bring your friends and pitch in to keep Mammoth’s waterways tangle free. This event is co-supported by Mammoth Lakes Recreation\, the Town of Mammoth Lakes\, and the U.S. Forest Service – Inyo National Forest.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/tangle-free-waters-clear-the-line-cleanup-lake-mamie/
LOCATION:Lake Mamie\, Lake Mary Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, CA\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260821T213000
DTSTAMP:20260726T224827Z
CREATED:20260726T224825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T224827Z
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SUMMARY:Stars Over Mono @ Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:Explore the skies over Mono Lake and hear stories about the stars in this 1½-hour evening program. Meet on the back patio of the Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center. Bring something to sit on and dress warmly. Free of charge. Programs may be cancelled due to wind\, rain\, or poor air quality. For information call the Visitor Center at (760) 647-3044.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/stars-over-mono-mono-basin-scenic-area-visitor-center/
LOCATION:Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center\, 1 Visitor Center Dr\, Lee Vining\, 93541
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T163801Z
CREATED:20260828T163801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T163801Z
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SUMMARY:Horseshoe Lake Nature Walks @ Horseshoe Lake Trailhead Kiosk
DESCRIPTION:Join Sierra Forever’s education staff for a free guided nature walk around Horseshoe Lake and explore the history\, ecology\, and geology of the Mammoth Lakes area. The trail is a flat loop about 1.75 miles long through the forest\, open to all ages — children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress in weather-appropriate layers\, bring sun protection (hat and sunglasses)\, comfortable walking or hiking shoes\, and a small pack with water. Meet at the trailhead kiosk at the Horseshoe Lake parking lot. Questions: education@sierraforever.org or 760-920-9224. More info at http://www.sierraforever.org.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/horseshoe-lake-nature-walks-horseshoe-lake-trailhead-kiosk/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Lake Trailhead\, End of Lake Mary Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T170000
DTSTAMP:20260731T041531Z
CREATED:20260731T041530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T041531Z
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SUMMARY:Moderate Bishop Bouldering Meetup @ The Knobs\, Tuolumne Meadows
DESCRIPTION:Join Moderate Bishop Bouldering for a group outdoor bouldering session at The Knobs in Tuolumne Meadows\, meeting at the Eliminator Boulder at 4 PM. All skill levels are welcome. This is the second of two remaining Saturday summer meetups (8/8 and 8/22) before the group transitions to its regular local schedule. Bring your crash pad and climbing shoes. Follow @moderate_bishop_bouldering on Instagram or join via WhatsApp (QR code on flyer) for updates. Sponsored by Eastside Sports\, Bishop\, CA.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/moderate-bishop-bouldering-meetup-the-knobs-tuolumne-meadows/
LOCATION:The Knobs — Eliminator Boulder\, Tuolumne Meadows\, Highway 120\, Yosemite National Park\, CA\, 95389
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Moderate Bishop Bouldering":MAILTO:ModerateBishopBouldering@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260822T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T233242Z
CREATED:20260811T233241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T233242Z
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SUMMARY:Campfire Talk: The Secret Lives of Black Bears @ Oh! Ridge Campground Amphitheater
DESCRIPTION:Black bears are one of the most iconic and misunderstood animals of the Sierra Nevada. Join Sierra Forever naturalists at the Oh! Ridge Outdoor Amphitheater in June Lake for a free campfire talk on the fascinating lives of black bears and how we can safely share the landscape with them. The talk runs from 6:30–7:30 pm and is open to all — you do not have to be a campground guest. Meet at the amphitheater\, a short walk off Pine Cliff Road (coordinates 37.79688\, -119.07367). Programs are held outside and subject to cancellation without warning. This program is part of Sierra Forever’s interpretive agreement with the Inyo National Forest\, with financial support from ExplorUS\, the campground concessionaire. An adult must accompany children.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/campfire-talk-the-secret-lives-of-black-bears-oh-ridge-campground-amphitheater/
LOCATION:Oh! Ridge Campground Amphitheater\, Pine Cliff Road\, off North Shore Drive\, off Highway 158\, June Lake\, 93529
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra Forever":MAILTO:info@sierraforever.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260823T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260823T100000
DTSTAMP:20260630T012128Z
CREATED:20260630T012127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T012128Z
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SUMMARY:Medicine in the Mountains: A Free Plant Walk with Friends of the Inyo
DESCRIPTION: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 a free program offered by Friends of the Inyo. Located near the Whitney Portal area. This is one session in a seasonal series running on select Sundays (6/28\, 7/26\, 8/23\, 9/20). Registration is required — select tickets for your specific date on the Friends of the Inyo website.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/medicine-in-the-mountains-a-free-plant-walk-with-friends-of-the-inyo-5/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260827T213000
DTSTAMP:20260726T224905Z
CREATED:20260726T224904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T224905Z
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SUMMARY:Stars Over Mono @ Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:Explore the skies over Mono Lake and hear stories about the stars in this 1½-hour evening program. Offered on two dates only: August 21 and August 27\, 2026\, at 8:30pm. Meet on the back patio of the Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center. Bring something to sit on and dress warmly. All interpretive programs are free of charge. Programs may be cancelled due to wind\, rain\, or poor air quality. For information call the Visitor Center at (760) 647-3044 or the Mono Lake Committee at (760) 647-6595.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/stars-over-mono-mono-basin-scenic-area-visitor-center-2/
LOCATION:Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center\, 1 Visitor Center Dr\, Lee Vining\, 93541
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T235959
DTSTAMP:20260723T034931Z
CREATED:20260723T034929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T034931Z
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SUMMARY:COSA Bird Walk @ Bishop (Second Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance hosts its popular COSA bird walk every second Saturday in Bishop. This recurring community bird walk is open to all experience levels. Exact meeting location in Bishop is not specified in this post — check the events calendar linked in the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance Instagram bio or email fieldtrips@easternsierrabirds.org for details.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/cosa-bird-walk-bishop-second-saturday/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance":MAILTO:info@easternsierrabirds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260829T113000
DTSTAMP:20260828T163802Z
CREATED:20260828T163802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T163802Z
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SUMMARY:Horseshoe Lake Nature Walks @ Horseshoe Lake Trailhead Kiosk
DESCRIPTION:Join Sierra Forever’s education staff for a free guided nature walk around Horseshoe Lake and explore the history\, ecology\, and geology of the Mammoth Lakes area. The trail is a flat loop about 1.75 miles long through the forest\, open to all ages — children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress in weather-appropriate layers\, bring sun protection (hat and sunglasses)\, comfortable walking or hiking shoes\, and a small pack with water. Meet at the trailhead kiosk at the Horseshoe Lake parking lot. Questions: education@sierraforever.org or 760-920-9224. More info at http://www.sierraforever.org.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/horseshoe-lake-nature-walks-horseshoe-lake-trailhead-kiosk-2/
LOCATION:Horseshoe Lake Trailhead\, End of Lake Mary Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260830T123000
DTSTAMP:20260828T175123Z
CREATED:20260828T175122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T175123Z
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SUMMARY:Parker Lake Trail Clean-Up Day @ Parker Lake Trailhead
DESCRIPTION:Join Sierra STEM for their second annual trail cleanup event on Parker Lake Trail! Volunteers will spend the morning doing trail work — picking up trash\, cutting back brush\, and caring for this beloved trail. Family\, friends\, and neighbors of all ages are welcome. What to bring: long pants\, work gloves\, closed-toe shoes\, a water bottle\, and a warm layer. Tools (loppers\, grabbers\, trash bags) and snacks are provided. RSVP at sierrastem.org/cleanup. Co-presented with Mammoth Lakes Recreation\, June Lake Trails\, Friends of the Inyo\, the US Forest Service\, and Mono County.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/parker-lake-trail-clean-up-day-parker-lake-trailhead/
LOCATION:Parker Lake Trailhead\, Parker Lake Road\, off Hwy 158 (June Lake Loop)\, June Lake
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sierra STEM":MAILTO:info@sierrastem.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260902T235959
DTSTAMP:20260726T195851Z
CREATED:20260726T195851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T195851Z
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SUMMARY:California Naturalist Course: Eastern Sierra (Waitlist Only)
DESCRIPTION: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 course spans two days\, September 2–3\, 2026. If you are interested in future offerings or wish to be placed on the waitlist\, reach out directly to ESLT at gena@eslt.org.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/california-naturalist-course-eastern-sierra-waitlist-only/
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T170000
DTSTAMP:20260910T193513Z
CREATED:20260910T193513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T193513Z
UID:10003729-1788505200-1788541200@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:Volunteer Backcountry Work Week: Chiatovich Meadow Restoration
DESCRIPTION: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. Physically demanding trip in a remote mountain meadow setting. Registration required; visit the Friends of the Inyo website for details.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/volunteer-backcountry-work-week-chiatovich-meadow-restoration/
LOCATION:Chiatovich Meadow\, Dyer
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Inyo":MAILTO:info@friendsoftheinyo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T090000
DTSTAMP:20260629T165000Z
CREATED:20260629T164958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T165000Z
UID:10003562-1788508800-1788512400@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:So Cal Broncos Bishop Adventure
DESCRIPTION:The So Cal Broncos group is hosting a Bishop Adventure based at Browns Millpond Campground in Bishop\, CA on Friday\, September 4\, 2026\, starting at 8:00 AM. This appears to be a group gathering for Ford Bronco off-road and overland enthusiasts exploring the Eastern Sierra region. Over 56 people have expressed interest. Additional details on registration\, planned activities\, costs\, and logistics are not fully documented in the source — check the event listing on AllEvents.in for more information.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/so-cal-broncos-bishop-adventure/
LOCATION:Browns Millpond Campground\, 230 Sawmill Road\, Bishop\, 93514
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260904T162000
DTSTAMP:20260726T223910Z
CREATED:20260726T223909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260726T223910Z
UID:10004500-1788537600-1788538800@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:Patio Talk @ Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center
DESCRIPTION:A short 15–20 minute introduction to the Mono Basin’s unique ecosystems and fascinating political history\, held on the back patio of the Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center every Friday\, Saturday\, and Sunday at 4pm\, June 22–September 7\, 2026. All interpretive programs are free of charge. Programs may be cancelled due to wind\, rain\, or poor air quality. Note: a $3 per adult day-use fee applies at South Tufa (not this program). For information call the Visitor Center at (760) 647-3044 or the Mono Lake Committee at (760) 647-6595.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/patio-talk-mono-basin-scenic-area-visitor-center/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center\, 1 Visitor Center Dr\, Lee Vining\, 93541
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mono Lake Committee / Mono Basin Scenic Area Visitor Center":MAILTO:info@monolake.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T160000
DTSTAMP:20260821T053135Z
CREATED:20260821T053134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T053135Z
UID:10005726-1788595200-1788624000@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:Demystifying "Brown Ducks" on Crowley Reservoir @ Green Church on Benton Crossing Road
DESCRIPTION: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; contact fieldtrips@easternsierrabirds.org with questions or RSVP at the link on the event page. \nBring binoculars\, a spotting scope\, a light jacket\, and food and water for a full day in the field (~7\,000 ft elevation — hat and sunscreen essential). Carpooling in AWD/higher-clearance vehicles is recommended. The group will visit several shoreline locations looking for lingering breeding waterbirds\, young birds in various plumages\, migrating waterfowl\, and shorebirds of multiple ages and molt stages. Possible highlights include Common Tern and Sabine’s Gull\, both regular fall migrants in the eastern Sierra.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/demystifying-brown-ducks-on-crowley-reservoir-green-church-on-benton-crossing-road/
LOCATION:Green Church on Benton Crossing Road\, Benton Crossing Road & US Highway 395\, Crowley Lake
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance":MAILTO:info@easternsierrabirds.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260905T193000
DTSTAMP:20260828T173334Z
CREATED:20260828T173334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T173334Z
UID:10006222-1788633000-1788636600@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:The Secret Lives of Black Bears @ Robinson Creek South Campground
DESCRIPTION:Join Sierra Forever naturalists for a free campfire program on one of the Sierra’s most iconic and misunderstood residents — the black bear. Learn about their fascinating lives and how we can safely share the landscape with them. The program is free and open to the surrounding community; you do not have to be staying at the campground. Programs are held outside at the Robinson Creek South Campground Outdoor Amphitheater and are subject to cancellation without warning. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Offered as part of Sierra Forever’s interpretive agreement with the Inyo National Forest\, with financial support from Westrec\, the Robinson Creek campground concessionaire.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/the-secret-lives-of-black-bears-robinson-creek-south-campground/
LOCATION:Robinson Creek South Campground\, FS-32135\, Bridgeport\, CA\, 93517
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260906T200000
DTSTAMP:20260702T230709Z
CREATED:20260629T163717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T230709Z
UID:10003536-1788715800-1788724800@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:Summit Sunset Party @ Mammoth Mountain
DESCRIPTION: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 for purchase at the Summit (no outside alcohol permitted). Bring a folding chair for comfort; dogs are not allowed. Bus service runs between The Village and Main Lodge during the event. Schedules vary by date — on September 6\, the gondola opens at 5:30 PM\, nature walks begin at 6:00 PM\, last gondola up is 6:55 PM\, sunset at 7:17 PM\, music ends 7:35 PM\, and the last gondola down departs at 8:00 PM. Tickets for children ages 12 and under and seniors ages 80+ are FREE. Free child tickets can be added to any adult ticket; free senior tickets are available at any ticket window.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/summit-sunset-party-mammoth-mountain-5/
LOCATION:Mammoth Mountain Ski Area\, 10001 Minaret Road\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546\, USA
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260909T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T233237Z
CREATED:20260811T233236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T233237Z
UID:10005431-1788973200-1788980400@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:Wednesday Worknight @ Mammoth Lakes Trail System
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/wednesday-worknight-mammoth-lakes-trail-system/
LOCATION:Mammoth Lakes Trail System\, PO Box 1609 / 437 Old Mammoth Rd\, Suite R\, Mammoth Lakes\, 93546
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
ORGANIZER;CN="Mammoth Lakes Trail System":MAILTO:[email protected]
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260910T140000
DTSTAMP:20260910T172525Z
CREATED:20260910T172524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T172525Z
UID:10006536-1789038000-1789048800@bishoplocal.com
SUMMARY:Watercolor with a Ranger in the Mono Basin @ South Tufa
DESCRIPTION: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 the South Tufa picnic tables anytime between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. This is one of four Watercolor with a Ranger sessions offered in September 2026; the final two sessions will be held at locations announced closer to the date as fall colors emerge. Programs are presented by Sierra Forever in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service.
URL:https://bishoplocal.com/event/watercolor-with-a-ranger-in-the-mono-basin-south-tufa/
LOCATION:Bishop\, 93514\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoors & Nature
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