North State Parent magazine

Plant Talk: Native Plant Gardening
2026-09-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Turtle Bay Garden Nursery, 1100 Arboretum Drive, Redding, CA, 96003, United States
Native plant gardening is one of the top trends in gardening! Doug Mandel, Shasta Master Gardener and founder of the educational nonprofit Ghost Pine Native Plant Nursery, will shed light on climate-adapted native plants that use less resources, provide habitat for wildlife, beautify landscapes, and promote biodiversity and stewardship of the land. You will leave this talk with a healthier respect for climate-adapted native plants, just in time for the Turtle Bay Nursery Fall Plant Sale.

$10 for members | $12 for non-members
Register at turtlebaynursery.org/eventsThis plant talk will take place at the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery located at 1100 Arboretum Drive.
Learn more about the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery’s events at turtlebaynursery.org/events

Nature’s Palette: An Artful Exploration
2026-09-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Turtle Bay Garden Nursery, 1100 Arboretum Drive, Redding, CA, 96003, United States
Unleash your creativity and connect with nature in this hands-on watercolor art workshop led by a local artist, Elizabeth McClellan! This workshop focuses on capturing the beauty of the natural world through guided sketching and foundational watercolor methods, including washes, layering, and blending. It’s perfect for beginners, experts, and every artist in between!
Recommended for ages 8 and up! Participants under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (no additional charge for the adult).
All materials will be provided.

$30 for members | $35 for nonmembers
Register at turtlebay.ticketapp.org/portal/pages/programs__eventsThis art workshop will take place at the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery located at 1100 Arboretum Drive.
Learn more about the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery’s events at turtlebaynursery.org/events

International Observe the Moon Night
2026-09-19 18:00 - 23:00 | Shastice Park, 800 Rockfellow Dr, Mount Shasta, CA, 96067, United States
Join the Mount Shasta Stargazers for an evening of lunar and celestial observation. Attendees can look through telescopes, learn about the moon and explore the night sky with guidance from local astronomy enthusiasts.
Club member volunteers are also needed to assist with event promotion, a Mount Shasta Library display and telescope operation.
Volunteer information: mtshastastargazers.johnrogers@gmail.com
For those who may be unable to volunteer in person but still wish to support the event, we would greatly appreciate any donations to help offset permit, insurance and materials costs. Donations can be made through our website: http://www.mtshastastargazers.com/donate.html or at our next meeting.

Sacramento River Discovery Center Field Trips
2026-09-21 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-23 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-24 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-26 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-28 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-29 09:00 - 13:00 and 13 more dates | Sacramento River Discovery Center, 1000 Sale Lane, Red Bluff, 96080, United States
Looking for an unforgettable outdoor experience that’s both fun and educational? Look no further than The Sacramento River Discovery Center Inc in the Red Bluff Recreation area! The entire family will love learning about nature and finding out facts about plants and animals and ways to help take care of the environment.
Our center is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that offers a unique opportunity to learn about sustainable gardening in our native drought-tolerant garden and water conservation, while enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking to camp, play disc golf, or picnic with family and friends, we have something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore the stunning local beauty of nature at the Sacramento River Discovery Center Inc. and learn how to conserve our precious resources.
Call today to book your field trip! 530-527-1196 Mon-Fri 9am-1pm.
Bird Walk – 1st Saturday of the month at 9am. Meet Mr. Ben Hughes & Dr. Danke in the parking lot by the visitor’s center.

Community Fire Education: Wildfire Preparedness
2026-09-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Mount Shasta Library, 515 East Alma Street, Mount Shasta, 96067, United States
Learn practical wildfire preparedness strategies, including Firewise USA principles and ways to improve your home’s resilience.

Guided Garden Walk
2026-09-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Turtle Bay’s McConnell Botanical Gardens, 1100 Arboretum Dr, Redding, CA, United States
Bring your smartphones or notebooks, cameras, and gardening questions for this FREE participant-driven program. We’ll go through the Gardens, with frequent stops for discussions about beautiful plants that will thrive in your home garden! Then, you can stop by the Nursery to bring home some plants ideally suited for your garden!
Monthly on the Last Saturday.
Meet at the McConnell Botanical Garden West Gate near the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery at 1100 Arboretum Drive.

Full Moon Paddle on the Forebay
2026-09-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Forebay Aquatic Center, 930 Garden Dr, Oroville, CA, 95965, United States
A unique opportunity to paddle the Forebay at night!
On this 2 hour guided paddle is fun for the whole family, allowing you to paddle for as long or as little as you’d like, a wonderful chance to experience the Forebay in a whole new light. You will see the sun dip below the horizon as the moon rises up into the sky, gaze at the stars, and maybe even see some of the resident wildlife along the shoreline!
This unique experience will leave you feeling more connected with nature! It is a great opportunity to view some of the local wildlife that calls the Forebay home, do some star gazing, or just take a relaxing paddle with friends and/or family. It would even make a fun date idea!
Worried about the dark? The moon provides a surprising amount of light and our staff will be there to help guide you safely back to shore with a well lit dock as a guide point!
You can choose to paddle out on your choice of a singe or tandem kayak or stand up paddleboard.
Visit our Event Website link below for more information, to purchase tickets, and for additional dates.

Ethical Seed Collecting Workshop
2026-09-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Mt. Shasta Library, 515 East Alma Street, Mount Shasta, 96067, United States
Learn responsible methods for collecting native seeds while protecting local plants and ecosystems. We will go out into the wild and learn how to identify native plants in different seasons, what to look for when harvesting, how to process, save, and ready the seeds for planting!
Part of the Saving Nature With Your Yard workshop series presented by the Mt. Shasta Public Library and Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center.
Registration: mountshastaecology.org

One Day Wellness Retreat
2026-10-03 09:00 - 17:00 | Mill Creek Resort, 40271 highway 172, Mill Creek, 96061
Join us for a one-day wellness retreat with Natalie from Whole Health Wellness
Immerse yourself in nature at Mill Creek Resort and experience yoga, sound healing, hiking, & connection, and cacao.
Sign up early to reserve your seat! Space is limited.

Charlie Rabbit and Friends
2026-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Turtle Bay Garden Nursery, 1100 Arboretum Drive, Redding, CA, 96003, United States
Get out your wiggles and have a ton of fun at Turtle Bay’s Gardens (or Nursery Building if it rains!) Charlie Rabbit features gardening and nature activities for young children, their siblings, parents and grandparents. Remember to wear your favorite gardening clothes!

Free for Members | Included with park or garden admission
Monthly on the First Saturday.
Meets in the classroom of the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery located at 1100 Arboretum Drive.

Thank you The Matt & Anna Moseley Charitable Fund for presenting Charlie Rabbit & Friends!
