Please join our new Bishop Climbing Rangers, Casey and Matthew, for a plein air session, also known as outdoor painting, at the PV Pit Campground! Bring your own art supplies, or use ours! We recommend bringing a chair. This is a free program. No need to RSVP.
Join an ESIA naturalist for a free guided snowshoe walk from 11:30-1:00pm. Learn more about snow science, winter ecology, tracking, birds, and more! This is open to all ages and ability levels. Snowshoes are provided. Meet in from of the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. Contact with any questions
Please join our new Bishop Climbing Rangers, Casey and Matthew, for Climber Coffee at the Pleasant Valley Pit Campground near Bishop. Enjoy a free cup of coffee from Black Sheep Coffee Roasters, meet our Climbing Rangers and the climbing community, hear about community events, LNT ethics, climbing updates, and more. Bring your own mug.
Check out the Rangers table to learn more about the natural history of the Alabama Hills! All programs are free of charge. All programs meet at the Mobius Arch Trailhead Parking lot, unless stated otherwise. Programs are outside and subject to cancellation without warning. Children must be accompanied by an adult on all programs. Wear sturdy walking shoes and dress for changing weather. Bring water and snacks.
Geology Walk The formation of the Alabama Hills is complex and fascinating. Discover evidence of these complexities on this exciting walk. All programs are free of charge. All programs meet at the Mobius Arch Trailhead Parking lot, unless stated otherwise. Programs are outside and subject to cancellation without warning. Children must be accompanied by an adult on all programs. Wear sturdy walking shoes and dress for changing weather. Bring water and snacks.
ESIA will be hosting the 8th annual Winter Adventure Series on Thursday nights January 5- February 2, 2023. Each week we will highlight an inspiring person in our community paired with a presentation, door prizes, and beer from Mammoth Brewing Co. The Winter Adventure Series is supported by Mammoth Mountaineering, Stellar Brew, Footloose, Sage to Summit, Rolling Chef, Elixir, and more. Back by popular demand- Phil Johnston, a mountain lion researcher, professional tracker, and outdoor educator joins us again for the Winter Adventure Speaker Series! Phil Johnston is a professional wildlife tracker, mountain lion researcher, outdoor educator, and Environmental Scientist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife studying mountain lions and Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep in the Eastern Sierra. He tracks mountain lions throughout California’s diverse ecosystems with the [...]
Join rangers Evie and Roland to learn more about the wonders of the night sky! Warm clothes and chairs are recommended. Red lights are preferred to protect night vision. Red lights are preferred to protect night vision. Clear skies or clouds, the program will continue! No need to pre register, we will see you at Tuttle Creek Campground, Campsite #31.
Please join our new Bishop Climbing Rangers, Casey and Matthew, for Climber Coffee at the Pleasant Valley Pit Campground near Bishop. Enjoy a free cup of coffee from Black Sheep Coffee Roasters, meet our Climbing Rangers and the climbing community, hear about community events, LNT ethics, climbing updates, and more. Bring your own mug.
Register for a Workshop! Join professional wildlife tracker and mountain lion researcher Phil Johnston for a day in the woods learning to read the stories of wild animals through tracking. Phil has over a decade of experience teaching tracking and is certified as Senior Tracker through Tracker Certification North America. Come learn to identify the tracks and sign of the many charismatic creatures who make their living in the Eastern Sierra. Cost: $35 for Adults/ $10 for Children Advanced Sign up Required. Space Limited to 20 people. Location: Round Valley. Exact meeting location will be shared upon sign-up.
Check out the Rangers table to learn more about the natural history of the Alabama Hills! All programs are free of charge. All programs meet at the Mobius Arch Trailhead Parking lot, unless stated otherwise. Programs are outside and subject to cancellation without warning. Children must be accompanied by an adult on all programs. Wear sturdy walking shoes and dress for changing weather. Bring water and snacks.