An ESIA interpretive specialist will be giving evening program talks at campgrounds up and down the Eastern Sierra from July to October. This evening's topic will be: Animal Adaptations! When: Friday, August 23rd at 6:30 pm Where: Oh! Ridge Campground in June Lake "Understanding our surroundings and those that live there too is so important to the protection and enjoyment of what we have. The campfire programs were created to share information about the natural world with those that were enjoying the Inyo National Forest campgrounds," says Jeff Gabriel, Executive Director of ESIA. The events are free and open to the surrounding community. You don't have to be staying at the campground. Campground programs are offered as a part of the interpretive agreement ESIA has with the Inyo National Forest. [...]

Early giving begins! The online giving portal for Earth Gives Day is now live and donations can be received until Earth Gives Day on October 1st. Earth Gives Day is a dedicated event designed to boost support and amplify the impact of 501(c)(3) environmental and climate organizations. By becoming an Earth Giver, you support dedicated teams who make a lasting impact to protect our planet. Your contribution makes a difference. Did you know that only 2% of giving goes to environmental organizations? YOU can help change that.    

An ESIA interpretive specialist will be giving evening program talks at campgrounds up and down the Eastern Sierra from July to October. This evening's topic will be: Sierra Birds When: Friday, September 6th at 6:30 pm Where: New Shady Rest Campground, Rock Creek "Understanding our surroundings and those that live there too is so important to the protection and enjoyment of what we have. The campfire programs were created to share information about the natural world with those that were enjoying the Inyo National Forest campgrounds," says Jeff Gabriel, Executive Director of ESIA. The events are free and open to the surrounding community. You don't have to be staying at the campground. Campground programs are offered as a part of the interpretive agreement ESIA has with the Inyo National Forest. [...]

Latino Conservation Week is a nationwide initiative of the advocacy organization, Hispanic Access Foundation, and was created 11 years ago to support the Latino community getting into the outdoors and participating in activities to protect our natural resources. Come celebrate with us! Bishop’s combined Hispanic Heritage Month/Latino Conservation Week event will take place behind City Hall, and it will be huge, featuring live music from internationally renowned Colombian cumbia group La Sonora Dinamita, dancing, food and drink vendors, community resources, and more! ESIA is playing a leading role in organizing this event and will be there! Stay tuned for more information in the coming weeks and get ready to join us! Organizers are the City of Bishop and Eastern Sierra Interpretive Association, with assistance from the Bishop Area Chamber of Commerce [...]

An ESIA interpretive specialist will give evening program talks at campgrounds up and down the Eastern Sierra from July to October. This evening's topic will be: Bighorn Sheep When: Saturday, October 5th at 6:30 pm Where: Oh! Ridge Campground in June Lake "Understanding our surroundings and those that live there too is so important to the protection and enjoyment of what we have. The campfire programs were created to share information about the natural world with those that were enjoying the Inyo National Forest campgrounds, says Jeff Gabriel, Executive Director of ESIA. The events are free and open to the surrounding community. You don't have to be staying at the campground. Campground programs are offered as a part of the interpretive agreement ESIA has with the Inyo National Forest. This [...]

ESIA interpretive specialist, Ashley Anderson, will be giving evening program talks at campgrounds up and down the Eastern Sierra from July to October. This evening's topic will be: Mountain Lions When: Saturday, October 12th at 6:30 pm Where: Four Jeffrey Campground in Bishop "Understanding our surroundings and those that live there too is so important to the protection and enjoyment of what we have. The campfire programs were created to share information about the natural world with those that were enjoying the Inyo National Forest campgrounds." The events are free and open to the surrounding community. You don't have to be staying at the campground. Campground programs are offered as a part of the interpretive agreement ESIA has with the Inyo National Forest. This year marks the financial support of [...]

An ESIA interpretive specialist will give evening program talks at campgrounds up and down the Eastern Sierra from July to October. This evening will wrap up the Campfire Programs. The topic will be: Pikas! When: Saturday, October 19th at 6:30 pm Where: New Shady Rest Campground, Rock Creek "Understanding our surroundings and those that live there too is so important to the protection and enjoyment of what we have. The campfire programs were created to share information about the natural world with those that were enjoying the Inyo National Forest campgrounds," says Jeff Gabriel, Executive Director of ESIA. The events are free and open to the surrounding community. You don't have to be staying at the campground. Campground programs are offered as a part of the interpretive agreement ESIA has [...]