World Migratory Bird Day 2024
Come birding with us to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the donation of Black Lake Preserve to ESLT and World Migratory Bird Day! Black Lake is a rare desert wetland north of Benton in Adobe Valley that is an important stopover site for migratory birds. The alkali lakes and wetlands in Adobe Valley provide a great environment for our feathered friends to rest and refuel during migration. This incredible preserve was …continue reading
Connection with Nature: Youth Art Show
C5 Studios 210 S Warren Street, Bishop, CaliforniaPlease join us for an art show reception at C5 Studios in Bishop on Friday, May 17, from 5:30 pm - 7 pm. This free showing is open to all members of the community to come and admire these creative pieces submitted by young artists from Inyo and Mono Counties. Light and snacks refreshments will be provided. Thank you so much to everyone who submitted work for the "Connection with Nature" art …continue reading
Stewardship Day at Black Lake Preserve
Join us on Tuesday, May 28th at 8:00am for a good day of hard work in the Eastern Sierra! We will be removing debris from the Preserve, including old fencing material, railroad ties, barbed wire, a large wooden trough and shed, and some minor fence repair. When: Volunteers will meet on Tuesday, May 28th at 8:00am at ESLT office (250 N. Fowler Street in Bishop) and then carpool to Black Lake Preserve. …continue reading
Pollinator Garden Inspiration Tour
Our neighbors have been hard at work creating gardens filled with flourishing native and pollinator-friendly plants! Join our tour for the opportunity to see some beautiful and creative pollinator-friendly gardens in Bishop and Chalfant. Come away with tons of inspiration for your very own yard. You will get exclusive access to these gardens and the chance to ask the gardeners all of your burning questions about native plants! Mark your calendar for …continue reading
Swall Meadows BioBlitz!
Join us on Sunday, June 9th for a special BioBlitz event with conservation easement landowners in Swall Meadows. A BioBlitz is a communal citizen-science effort to record as many species within a designated location and time period as possible. We will record what we find in iNaturalist and be joined by local experts on our area's natural history. This is a great event for anyone who is passionate about this area, wants …continue reading
Volunteer Stewardship Day 1 at Conway Ranch
Join us for a good day of hard work in the Sierra on Wednesday, July 10th from 9am-1pm. We’re gathering a team of hardworking volunteers to help restore native plant habitats and pull mullein weeds on this beautiful property north of Mono Lake in Lee Vining. This property is owned and managed by Mono County, and monitored by ESLT. Meet at Mono Basin Visitor Center at 1 Visitor Center Drive, Lee Vining, …continue reading
Volunteer Stewardship Day 2 at Conway Ranch
Join us for a day of hard work in the Sierra on Wednesday, July 10th from 9am-1pm. We’re gathering a team of hardworking volunteers to help restore native plant habitats and pull mullein weeds on this beautiful property north of Mono Lake in Lee Vining. This property is managed in cooperation with Mono County and ESLT. Meet at Mono Basin Visitor Center at 1 Visitor Center Drive, Lee Vining, CA 93541 at …continue reading
Wildlife and Brews
Join us on August 27th at Mammoth Brewing Company for a special evening dedicated to wildlife and conservation! Learn about the critical Mammoth Lakes Highway 395 Wildlife Crossing project and meet the experts working to protect our precious wildlife. Meet & Greet with: Steve Winter: Renowned National Geographic wildlife photographer Beth Pratt: Author and passionate wildlife crossing specialist Tony Clevenger: Wildlife crossing expert leading the charge We encourage all community members to …continue reading
Soil Health Workshop
Bishop Community Demonstration Garden 688 N Main St, Bishop CA, CA, United StatesLearn how cover crops can improve your garden year-round at the upcoming Cover Cropping for Soil Health workshop. This workshop will focus on small-scale cover cropping in gardens, but is open to anyone interested in building their soil ecosystem. Join for soil demonstrations, soil health discussions, and resources to help implement sustainable practices in your own system. Free seeds will be available to participants. The Cover Cropping for Soil Health workshop will include information about how cover crops can be used to promote soil health.While …continue reading
2024 Great Sierra River Cleanup
Artesian Wells, Bishop, CAThe Great Sierra River Cleanup is part of California Coastal Cleanup day. During 2023’s California Coastal Cleanup, 36,289 volunteers came out to 3,086 cleanups, 363,719 lbs of trash and recyclables were removed, and 1,335 miles were cleaned. Let’s make this year even bigger! You can help us keep litter out of our waterways by marking your calendars for Saturday, September 21, from 9:00am-12:00pm. ESLT, Friends of the Inyo, and volunteers will remove …continue reading
Landscape Watercolor Workshop
In addition to this year's celebration dinner at Mammoth Mountain, ESLT is thrilled to announce a special Landscape Watercolor Workshop led by renowned artist and Swall Meadows landowner, Annie Barrett Cashner. This unique workshop, taking place on Friday, October 25th in Swall Meadows on protected ESLT lands, offers a chance to connect with nature’s beauty while learning watercolor painting techniques. The workshop is open to all skill levels, and all materials will …continue reading
Lands & Legacy 2024
Purchase Tickets Now! Registration for ESLT’s 23rd Anniversary Lands & Legacy Celebration is OPEN! Purchase Tickets Now! Step back in time and celebrate the vibrant spirit of the Roaring ‘20s at our dinner and celebration on Saturday, October 26th at 5pm at the iconic Parallax Restaurant on Mammoth Mountain. Purchase your tickets now. The celebration promises to transport guests to a bygone era of glitz, glamor, and revelry. Attendees are encouraged to …continue reading
Please check back soon for new opportunities to get out, explore, and get involved in our conservation efforts here in the Eastern Sierra.