Community Fire Education: Wildfire Preparedness
2026-08-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Sacramento River Discovery Center Field Trips
2026-08-20 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-21 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-24 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-26 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-27 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-28 09:00 - 13:00 and 7 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.

Walk for Wildlife (Members Only Event)
2026-08-22 08:00 - 10:00 | Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States
A FREE Event for Members Only; Pre-registration required.

Join us for Walk for Wildlife! Explore our beautiful Botanical Gardens and meet our Animal Ambassadors along the route. Enjoy a complimentary pancake breakfast courtesy of the Shasta Dam Kiwanis Club! Animal Ambassador Plushies will be available for purchase in Paul Bunyan’s Forest Camp. We hope to see you there!

Pre-register today at turtlebay.org/walk

Supported by Shasta Dam Kiwanis Club

Whiskeytown Summer Kayak Tours & Paddleboard Programs 2026
2026-08-22 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-08-23 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-08-29 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-08-30 09:30 - 15:30, 2026-09-05 09:30 - 15:30 | Whiskeytown National Recreation Area – Oak Bottom Marina, 12485 CA-299, Whiskeytown, CA, 96095, United States
Explore, learn, and adventure this summer at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area with a variety of ranger-led programs for all ages.
Dates: Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend (as staffing allows)
Kayak Tours & Paddleboard ProgramsGet out on the lake and discover Whiskeytown’s rich history, wildlife, and natural beauty. No experience needed—gear is provided.
1. Rise & Shine Kayak Tour | 9-11:30am
2. Paddle Board Adventure | 1:30-3:30pm
When: Saturdays and Sundays until September 6
Ages: 6+ (kayak) | 10+ (paddleboard)Cost: Park entrance fee + $1 reservation feeRegister: http://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/274349
Junior Rangers & Junior FirefightersFun, interactive programs for kids with hands-on learning and a special patch at the end.Select Holiday Saturdays: May 23, July 4, September 110:00 AM – Junior Rangers (Oak Bottom Amphitheater)11:00 AM – Junior Firefighters (Oak Bottom Fire Station)Ages: 7–12 (all ages welcome)
Location:Whiskeytown National Recreation AreaOak Bottom Area, Whiskeytown, CA
Contact:Email: WHIS_Information@nps.govText: (530) 356-3958
Family-friendly outdoor fun, education, and adventure all summer long!

Voices of Nature — Scorpions
2026-08-23 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | Chico Creek Nature Center, 1968 E. 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Ready to get a little spooked? This month’s Voices of Nature session dives into scorpions, those tough, ancient arachnids that call Chico home. Local naturalists share the secrets behind their sting and their survival. A perfect pick for curious kids and grown-ups alike. Registration required.

Landscaping with Native Plants Workshop
2026-08-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Mt. Shasta Library, 515 East Alma Street, Mount Shasta, 96067, United States
Learn how to landscape with native plants and create valuable wildlife habitat in your own yard, regardless of its size. We will be discussing landscaping with native plants. We’ll learn our local keystone plant species, how to find them, how to add them to our landscapes to optimize the benefits to us, the plants, and wildlife… In other words, how to save nature in our own yards!
Presented by the Mt. Shasta Public Library and Mount Shasta Bioregional Ecology Center.
Registration: mountshastaecology.org

Full Moon Paddle on the Forebay
2026-08-27 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.

Guided Garden Walk
2026-08-29 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.

Whiskeytown Summer Junior Rangers & Junior Firefighters
2026-09-01 10:00 - 17:00 | Whiskeytown National Recreation Area – Oak Bottom Marina, 12485 CA-299, Whiskeytown, CA, 96095, United States
Explore, learn, and adventure this summer at Whiskeytown National Recreation Area with a variety of ranger-led programs for all ages.
Junior Rangers & Junior FirefightersFun, interactive programs for kids with hands-on learning and a special patch at the end.Select Holiday Saturdays: May 23, July 4, September 110:00 AM – Junior Rangers (Oak Bottom Amphitheater)11:00 AM – Junior Firefighters (Oak Bottom Fire Station)Ages: 7–12 (all ages welcome)
Contact:Email: WHIS_Information@nps.govText: (530) 356-3958
Family-friendly outdoor fun, education, and adventure all summer long!

Charlie Rabbit and Friends
2026-09-05 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!

All About Vultures
2026-09-05 12:30 - 14:30 | Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA, United States
What does it really mean when you see vultures circling in the sky? Test your knowledge about bird wings, find out how sensitive your sense of smell is, and see if your wingspan is as big as the largest vultures! Learn all about these misunderstood birds that are an integral part of the ecosystem, then catch our special program highlighting our vulture animal ambassadors at 2:30pm!
