—Logan Robertson Huecker, PhD
Executive Director, Sequoia Riverlands Trust |
|
|
|
Save the date! Evening Under the Oaks returns on Thursday, October 1, at Kaweah Oaks Preserve, and you’re invited to celebrate conservation in style. This annual fundraiser is an elegant evening of live music, craft beer, storytelling, live auction, and conservation tucked under towering valley oaks. Pre-sale for Enduring Lands Collective contributors and Conservation Champions starts Monday, July 27. General access for early bird tickets opens on Saturday, August 1, so set a reminder and get your tickets early. Learn more through the button below.
|
|
|
|
Join a morning of harvesting elderberries at Kaweah Oaks Preserve on Saturday, July 18 from 8:00–11:00 AM. This year’s harvest will help support upcoming fundraising events, including Evening Under the Oaks and the Holiday Market. Participants will assist with gathering elderberries while learning more about this native plant and its ecological importance. At the end of the event, each harvest will be weighed and split evenly—half to take home and half to support Sequoia Riverlands Trust’s fundraising efforts. Staff will provide guidance and harvesting supplies. Register through the button below.
|
|
| |
|
|
Latino Outdoors Movie Night |
Enjoy a free outdoor movie night on Saturday, July 25 from 7:15–9:15 PM at Kaweah Oaks Preserve, presented in partnership with Latino Outdoors. This family-friendly evening celebrates Latino culture, community, and connection to the outdoors, inviting guests to gather in a welcoming natural setting for a film under the stars. Bring blankets and camp chairs and enjoy a relaxing night with family, friends, and neighbors. Learn more and RSVP through the button below.
|
|
|
|
Enjoy a relaxed evening outdoors on Saturday, August 15 from 7:45–9:15 PM at Celestial Cinema at Dry Creek Preserve, featuring a family-friendly screening of the documentary Saving the Dark. The film explores the impacts of light pollution on wildlife, ecosystems, and our view of the night sky, along with efforts to protect dark skies. Arrive early to settle in, enjoy the preserve at dusk, and view the stars through provided telescopes. This free event encourages guests to bring blankets, chairs, snacks, and cozy layers while packing out everything they bring in. Learn more and RSVP through the button below.
|
|
| |
|
| The Experience - Wedding Expo |
Planning a wedding in the Central Valley? Discover the beauty of Kaweah Oaks Preserve and Dry Creek Preserve as unforgettable outdoor venues at The Experience Wedding Expo on Sunday, August 16, from 1:00–5:00 PM at the Visalia Convention Center. Want free tickets? Use code SEQUOIABRIDE for a VIP 4-pack that includes the coveted bridal swag bag, or SEQUOIA2026 for complimentary individual tickets. Learn more and get your tickets through the button below. |
|
|
|
Protect Nature Close to Home |
July is a time to appreciate the natural spaces that make the Central Valley unique. As we approach World Conservation Day on July 28, it’s a reminder that conservation isn’t limited to large-scale efforts—it starts with small actions taken close to home.
This month, consider one simple way to support local wildlife and natural resources. You might reduce water use in your yard through water-wise landscaping, remove an invasive plant using resources from the California Invasive Plant Council, pick up litter during a walk, or add a native plant to your landscape through SRT’s Dry Creek Native Plant Nursery. Small choices can help create healthier habitats for the plants and animals that share our communities.
You can also take time to reconnect with the places conservation helps protect. Visit a local trail, spend an evening outdoors, or explore one of SRT’s preserves. Observing nature firsthand is one of the best ways to deepen our connection to the landscapes around us.
Looking for an easy place to start? Challenge yourself to take one conservation action this month and encourage a friend or family member to do the same. Together, small efforts can make a meaningful difference in protecting the places we value for future generations. |
|
|
|
Volunteer Days at Dry Creek Nursery |
Volunteer at Dry Creek Nursery on Fridays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 9:00–11:30 AM and help grow native, drought-tolerant plants that support local restoration efforts. Tasks are tailored for all ages and experience levels—from transplanting and weeding to organizing and light maintenance. Learn more and RSVP for a volunteer day through the button below.
|
|
|
|
Looking for other ways to serve? |
Whether you're into planting, trail work, or teaching kids about nature, there's a volunteer opportunity waiting for you. Sequoia Riverlands Trust offers a variety of ways to give back—no matter your age, ability, or experience level. |
|
|
|
Friday, July 3–Monday, July 6
SRT Office Closed for Independence Day |
|
|
|
427 S Garden Street
Visalia, CA 93277 |
| | |
|
| Sequoia Riverlands Trust is a regional nonprofit land trust dedicated to preserving the natural and agricultural legacy of the southern Sierra Nevada and San Joaquin Valley. |
|
|
You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to our general newsletter. Unsubscribe here. |
|
|
|
|
.jpg)
