What’s up? Walk

Mobius Arch Trail Parking Lot Mobius Arch Loop Trailhead, Lone Pine, CA

What's Up? Walk Take a half-mile walk with Ranger Roland to learn about the night sky, planets, and stars, under our favorite star- the sun! The walk will be held sun or no sun.   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.

Canceled- Free Snowshoe Hike

Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center 2510 Main Street, Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States

This snowshoe walk has been canceled due to weather. 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

Climber Coffee

Pleasant Valley Pit Campground Bishop, CA, United States

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.

Alabama Hills Natural History, From the Group UP

Mobius Arch Trail Parking Lot Mobius Arch Loop Trailhead, Lone Pine, CA

Alabama Hills Natural History, From the Group UP Explore the Alabama Hills natural magic with volunteers Nancy Hadlock and Richard Potashin.   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.

Pop-up Table: Rangers Choice

Mobius Arch Trail Parking Lot Mobius Arch Loop Trailhead, Lone Pine, CA

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.

Ecology Walk

Mobius Arch Trail Parking Lot Mobius Arch Loop Trailhead, Lone Pine, CA

Ecology Walk Take a half-mile walk with Ranger Evie to learn more about the ecology of the Alabama Hills. We will discuss weather events and plants that live in the deepest valley, Owens Valley.   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.

Climber Coffee

Pleasant Valley Pit Campground Bishop, CA, United States

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.

SOLD OUT: Wildlife Tracking Workshop

    This workshop is sold out. 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. Exact Meeting location will be shared upon sign-up.

Pop-up Table: Rangers Choice

Mobius Arch Trail Parking Lot Mobius Arch Loop Trailhead, Lone Pine, CA

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.

CANCELED: Winter Adventure Series – Mikey Schaefer

Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center 2510 Main Street, Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States

Unfortunately due to weather, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Mikey Schaefer's presentation. We hope to reschedule at some point. Sorry for the inconvenience! ESIA will be hosting the 8th annual Winter Adventure Series on select Thursday nights. Each week we will highlight an inspiring person in our community paired with a presentation, door prizes, and beer. The Winter Adventure Series is supported by Mammoth Mountaineering, Stellar Brew, Footloose, Sage to Summit, Rolling Chef, Elixir, and more. Mikey has had a climbing career that spans 30 years, 6 continents and first ascents from Alaska to Patagonia.  Along the way he has also managed to capture images of some of the greatest climbers of his generation and these images have landed on the cover of National Geographic Magazine twice.  Though, he [...]