Natural Areas and Natural Environment

Come learn about this invasive weed that has taken over large portions of California’s range land and urban landscape. Learn about its origins, how it moves, why it is so difficult to control, how to overcome these difficulties, control methods, and how to design an effective control program.

Seed saving and free access to Sherwood Demonstration Garden seeds! Join us for a leisurely stroll through the various and beautiful Gardens of Sherwood Demonstration Garden. We will help you gather seeds from selected plants to take home and try in your own yard. Learn about tried-and-true…

The UC Climate Stewards seeks to foster a committed corps of volunteers ready to effectively engage in transformative local solutions to promote community and ecosystem resilience in a changing climate. This ten week course will introduce you to social-emotional resilience and trauma-aware practices, climate…

Wildlife such as coyotes, birds, rodents, raccoons, skunks, and opossums can become pests in urban areas. In this webinar you will learn how to identify, prevent, and manage common negative human-wildlife interactions and pest problems. We will also discuss the types of beneficial ecosystem services wildlife…

In California, invasive plants cause problems such as increasing wildfire risk, damaging ecosystems, and affecting recreation activities. Join us to learn about the impacts of invasive plants and ways you can help prevent the spread of invasive plants.About the Urban and Community IPM Webinar …

Join us for Summer Camp 2025 at UC Elkus Ranch! Kids 6-11 years old will spend each day during a week-long session at the ranch learning to care for our livestock animals, exploring plants & pollinators in the garden, making crafts, learning about environmental stewardship, and more!