Monday, August 10, 2026

• August 10, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Eastern Sierra’s Outdoor Career Mini Academy @ Wind Drift Studios
August 10 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Eastern Sierra’s Outdoor Career Mini Academy @ Wind Drift Studios

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. […]

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

No events on this day.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

• August 12, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Outdoors Career Mini-Academy @ Wind Drift Studios
August 12 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Outdoors Career Mini-Academy @ Wind Drift Studios

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 […]

• August 12, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Sierra Compost Bin Workshop @ Elders’ Garden (Bishop Paiute Tribe)


August 12 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sierra Compost Bin Workshop @ Elders’ Garden (Bishop Paiute Tribe)

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 […]

• August 12, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

  Wednesday Worknight @ Mammoth Lakes Trail System
August 12 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Wednesday Worknight @ Mammoth Lakes Trail System

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.

Thursday, August 13, 2026

• August 13, 2026 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Outdoors Career Mini-Academy @ Wind Drift Studios


August 13 @ 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Outdoors Career Mini-Academy @ Wind Drift Studios

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 […]

Friday, August 14, 2026

No events on this day.

Saturday, August 15, 2026

• August 15, 2026 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

  Rock Creek Lake Annual Clean Up @ Rock Creek Lake Campground


August 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Rock Creek Lake Annual Clean Up @ Rock Creek Lake Campground

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, […]

• August 15, 2026 10:00 am - 11:30 am

  Horseshoe Lake Nature Walk
August 15 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Horseshoe Lake Nature Walk

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 […]

• August 15, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

  Yosemite Wildlife Presentation with Photographer Robb Hirsch @ Mono Lake Committee Information Center & Bookstore


August 15 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Yosemite Wildlife Presentation with Photographer Robb Hirsch @ Mono Lake Committee Information Center & Bookstore

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 & […]

• August 15, 2026 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

  Campfire Talk: The Secret Lives of Black Bears @ Twin Lakes Campground


August 15 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Campfire Talk: The Secret Lives of Black Bears @ Twin Lakes Campground

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 […]

Sunday, August 16, 2026

• August 16, 2026 8:30 am - 10:30 am

  Powers of Observation: Exploring Rock Creek Through the Seasons with Friends of the Inyo
August 16 @ 8:30 am - 10:30 am

Powers of Observation: Exploring Rock Creek Through the Seasons with Friends of the Inyo

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; […]