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Current list of all regional and forest events, including public meetings, webinars, volunteer events, and cleanup events.

Junior Ranger

Become a Junior Ranger

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - ADA Fishing Platform at Pinecrest Day Use
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Do you want to become a Junior Ranger? During this program you will learn about the forest and how you can take care of this beautiful place! You…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: June 30, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Celebrate Insects

Sierra Scales: Make Insects with Recycled Materials

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Join local artist and educator Ashley Gelhaus to celebrate and learn more about insects. Create an insect out of recycled materials and have the…
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: July 1, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Forest Service Balladeer Poster

Forest Service Balladeers Celebrate America's Birthday!

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Join the Forest Service Balladeers to celebrate America's 250th birthday! Enjoy and evening of music and stories! Fun for the whole family!
Times: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dates: July 1, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Me-Wuk Lifeways

Me-Wuk Lifeways

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Summit Ranger Station
1 Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Carlos Geisdorf of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk will captivate you with stories and activities from his cultural heritage. All Ages Welcome. 
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 2, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Watercolor Postcards

Watercolor Postcards with Kelli O'Brien

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest ADA Fishing Platform
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Bring a chair and create your very own watercolor painting while you enjoy the beauty of Pinecrest Lake. All Ages Welcome.*Crafts (All Supplies…
Times: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dates: July 2, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Gabe from Wild Things with one of his Furry Four legged friends!

Wild Things

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Wild Things  -  Live Animals! Join Gabe from Wild Things to learn about wild animals and what you can do to help protect them! This program…
Times: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Dates: July 3, 2026
Contact information: Summit Ranger Station, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Tall Tales and Silly Songs

Tall Tales, Silly Songs and Nature Crafts

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Ampitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Tall Tales and Silly Songs: Storyteller Cynthia Restivo and friends will lead us through a variety of fun and interactive songs and stories about…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 7, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Tall Tales and Silly Songs

Tall Tales, Silly Songs and Nature Crafts

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Tall Tales and Silly Songs: Storyteller Cynthia Restivo and friends will lead us through a variety of fun and interactive songs and stories about…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 7, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
All About Bats!

Nor Cal Bats - All About Bats! (Live Bats!)

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Spend an evening with Corky Quirk from Nor Cal Bats! In this dynamic programs – the presenter will be bringing live bats. Enjoy this unique…
Times: 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Dates: July 8, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Me-Wuk Lifeways

Me-Wuk Lifeways

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Summit Ranger Station
1 Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Carlos Geisdorf of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk will captivate you with stories and activities from his cultural heritage. All Ages Welcome. 
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 9, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Yoga on the Beach

Yoga on the Beach

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Beach 3 at Pinecrest Lake
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Join Mountain Om Yoga to appreciate the forest from a different perspective. Bring a yoga mat or borrow one. All Ages Welcome. Suggested Donation to…
Times: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: July 9, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, Eugenie.Moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Watercolor Postcards

Watercolor Postcards with Kelli O'Brien

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Lake ADA Fishing Platform
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Bring a chair and create your very own watercolor painting while you enjoy the beauty of Pinecrest Lake. All Ages Welcome.*Crafts (All Supplies…
Times: 10:00am - 11:30am
Dates: July 10, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
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Trees of Tahoe - White Cloud Campground

Join Tahoe National Forest Conservation Education to learn about all the trees on the Tahoe National Forest! Meet at the Amphitheater! 
Times: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dates: July 10, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gov
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Junior Ranger Program - Schoolhouse Campground

Do you have what it takes to be a Junior Ranger? Play games, win prizes and earn your Junior Forest Ranger patch!
Times: 9:00am - 11:00am
Dates: July 11, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gov
Tall Tales and Silly Songs

Tall Tales, Silly Songs and Nature Crafts

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Tall Tales and Silly Songs: Storyteller Cynthia Restivo and friends will lead us through a variety of fun and interactive songs and stories about…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 14, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Black Bear

Making Tracks!

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Learn how to identify animal tracks, view pelts and skulls up close. You can make an animal track out of plaster to take home with you! All Ages…
Times: 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Dates: July 15, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Me-Wuk Lifeways

Me-Wuk Lifeways

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Summit Ranger Station
1 Pinecrest Lake Drive
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Carlos Geisdorf of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk will captivate you with stories and activities from his cultural heritage. All Ages Welcome. 
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 16, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Yoga on the Beach

Yoga on the Beach

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Beach 3 - Pinecrest Lake Resort
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Join Mountain Om Yoga to appreciate the forest from a different perspective. Bring a yoga mat or borrow one. All Ages Welcome. Suggested Donation to…
Times: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: July 16, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Gopher

Sierra Scales: Celebrate Snakes!

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Sierra Scales Critter Chats and Table: Join local artist and educator Ashley Gelhaus to celebrate and learn more about our small scaly friends such…
Times: 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Dates: July 17, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
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Packer Lake Kids' Fishing Day

Save the date! Kids' Fishing Day will return July 18, 2026 at Packer Lake!
Times: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Dates: July 18, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gov
Nature Crafts

Nature Crafts at the Ranger Station

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Ranger Station
1 Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
*Nature Crafts: Join Rangers to make a beautiful art project inspired by nature. All Ages Welcome. *Crafts (All Supplies Provided) $2/…
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: July 18, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Tall Tales and Silly Songs

Tall Tales, Silly Songs and Nature Crafts

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Tall Tales and Silly Songs: Storyteller Cynthia Restivo and friends will lead us through a variety of fun and interactive songs and stories about…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 21, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Gopher

Sierra Scales Evening Program: Nocturnal Reptiles (Live Reptiles!)

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Sierra Scales Evening Program Nocturnal Reptiles (Live Reptiles!): Join local artist and educator Ashley Gelhaus to celebrate and learn more about…
Times: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dates: July 21, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Molly Rose helping young visitors make their own walking sticks!

Make Your Own Walking Stick

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Amphitheater on Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Make Your Own Walking Stick with Molly Rose (Meet at the Pinecrest Amphitheater)*Crafts (All Supplies Provided) $2/ participant.
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 22, 2026
Contact information: Summit Ranger Station, Eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Me-Wuk Lifeways

Me-Wuk Lifeways

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Summit Ranger Station
1 Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Carlos Geisdorf of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk will captivate you with stories and activities from his cultural heritage. All Ages Welcome. 
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 23, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Yoga on the Beach

Yoga on the Beach

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Beach 3 at Pinecrest Lake Day Use
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Join Mountain Om Yoga to appreciate the forest from a different perspective. Bring a yoga mat or borrow one. All Ages Welcome. Suggested Donation to…
Times: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: July 23, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Planting a Tree

Tree ID

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Trail of the Survivors
Pinecrest School Road
Pinecrest , CA 95364
Tree ID Walk: Learn how to identify our beautiful trees on this shady walk through the forest. All Ages Welcome. 
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 24, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Black Bear

Making Tracks!

Event Location:
Strawberry Store
Hwy 108 at 28620 Herring Creek Ln 1 mile East from the Summit Ranger Station
Strawberry, CA 95375
Making Tracks!: Join Rangers to make your own plaster cast of an animal track and view pelts and skulls of mammals. All Ages Welcome. *Crafts (All…
Times: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dates: July 25, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Tall Tales and Silly Songs

Tall Tales, Silly Songs and Nature Crafts

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Tall Tales and Silly Songs: Storyteller Cynthia Restivo and friends will lead us through a variety of fun and interactive songs and stories about…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 28, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Carlos Geisdorff of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk shares his culture with all.

Evening Program: Me-Wuk Singers and Dancers

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
You are invited to a special celebration! Through song and dance, members of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Tribe will share their cultural traditions. 
Times: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dates: July 29, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Junior Ranger

Become a Junior Ranger

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest ADA Fishing Pier
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Do you want to become a Junior Ranger? During this program you will learn about the forest and how you can take care of this beautiful place! You…
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 29, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Me-Wuk Lifeways

Me-Wuk Lifeways

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Summit Ranger Station
1 Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Carlos Geisdorf of the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk will captivate you with stories and activities from his cultural heritage. All Ages Welcome. 
Times: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dates: July 30, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
Gopher

Sierra Scales: Camouflage in Action Nature and Science Art

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Amphitheater
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
Join local artist and educator Ashley Gelhaus to celebrate and learn more about our small scaly friends such as lizards, snakes and more! Nature and…
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Dates: July 31, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
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Leave No Trace Trivia - Manzanita Day Use

Join Tahoe National Forest Conservation Education for Leave No Trace Trivia. Meet at Joshua M. Hardt Trailhead! 
Times: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dates: July 31, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gov
Black Bear

Making Tracks!

Event Location:
Strawberry Store
Hwy 108 at 28620 Herring Creek Ln 1 mile East on Hwy 108 from the Summit Ranger Station
Strawbery, CA 95375
Learn how to identify animal tracks, view pelts and skulls up close. You can make an animal track out of plaster to take home with you! All Ages…
Times: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dates: August 1, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
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Junior Ranger Program - Giant Gap Campground

Do you have what it takes to be a Junior Ranger? Play games, win prizes and earn your Junior Forest Ranger patch!
Times: 9:00am - 11:00am
Dates: August 1, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gv
Nature Crafts

Sneak Preview of August Programs

Event Location:
Stanislaus National Forest - Pinecrest Lake
Pinecrest Lake Road
Pinecrest, CA 95364
WorkshopsWednesday, August 5: Weaving Pine Needle Baskets with Molly Rose** 10 am -12 pm: Pinecrest Amphitheater Recommended for 10 years old and up.…
Times: 8:00am - 4:00pm
Dates: August 3, 2026
Contact information: Eugenie Moore, eugenie.moore@usda.gov , 209-965-3434
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Fresno and Madera Resource Advisory Committee Meeting

During this meeting, the Fresno and Madera Resource Advisory Committee will review and recommend projects for implementation within Fresno and Madera…
Times: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Dates: August 4, 2026
Contact information: Lily Nieves RAC Coordinator, Lily.Nieves@usda.gov
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Skins & Skulls - White Cloud Campground

Join Tahoe National Forest Conservation Education and learn more about wildlife during an interactive Skins & Skulls presentation. Meet at the…
Times: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dates: August 7, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gov
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Skins & Skulls - Manzanita Day Use

Join Tahoe National Forest Conservation Education and learn more about wildlife during an interactive Skins & Skulls presentation. Meet at Joshua M.…
Times: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dates: August 28, 2026
Contact information: farrah.masoumi@usda.gov
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