Yosemite CalNat April 12th-18th, 2025
Single
$2179
Includes course, private room, food and transportation
Double
$1979
Includes course, double room, food and transportation
Dorm
$1789
Includes course, dorm room, food and transportation
Scholarship
$1100
Includes course, private room, food,
no transportation
Alumni
$1100
Includes dorm room, food,
no transportation
ECCO Staff
$200
Includes course only,
no food/board/transportation
20% non-refundable deposit required to register
Immerse yourself in the beauty and ecology of the Sierra Nevada with our 7-day training program.
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Why Join This Program?
Gain Knowledge: Dive deep into California’s natural history through expert-led lectures,
hands-on activities, and field trips.
Earn Certification: Receive a California Naturalist certificate upon successful course completion.
University Credit: Optional 4 undergraduate units from the University of California.
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​Program Highlights:
Interactive Learning: Participate in daily lectures and field seminars from 8 AM to 8 PM.
Field Studies in Yosemite: Explore geology, ecology, and riparian ecosystems while journaling
and using iNaturalist for community science.
Engage with Experts: Learn from specialists about California’s biomes, energy issues, and
traditional environmental knowledge.
Stewardship Project: Design a project that makes a lasting impact on California’s natural resources.
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Schedule at a Glance:
Day 1: Orientation, camera trap setup, and introductory lectures.
Day 2: All-day field trip in Yosemite focusing on geology and hydrology.
Day 3: Perspectives from Native Americans, loggers, and hunters.
Day 4: Yosemite’s forest and meadow management and journaling.
Day 5: Research updates on sequoias and hands-on science activities.
Day 6: Interpretation and global environmental issues.
Day 7: Capstone presentations, graduation, and celebration.

What You’ll Learn:
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California’s diverse ecosystems and their importance to our daily lives.
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Science-backed strategies for resource management and conservation.
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Techniques to engage in citizen science and community stewardship.
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Who Should Apply?
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Teachers, docents, land stewards, natural resource professionals.
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Nature enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding and make a difference.
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Benefits of Certification:
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Develop new skills and professional opportunities.
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Join a statewide network of over 4,000 certified California Naturalists.
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Receive invitations to exclusive conferences and continuing education.Receive in
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Earn 4 UC Davis Extension credits (additional fee applies).
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Registration Details:
Location: Episcopal Conference Center of Oakhurst, 43803 Highway 41, Oakhurst, CA 93644
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Graduation Requirements:
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Complete pre-reading (“The California Naturalist Handbook”).
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Maintain a detailed field notebook and upload iNaturalist observations.
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Design and present a Stewardship Project.Design and p
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Attend all lectures and field studies.
