Events Calendar | Effie Yeaw Nature Center

Monthly Calendar

Stay up to date with all the exciting events at Effie Yeaw Nature Center by checking out our monthly calendar! From guided nature hikes to family-friendly festivals, there's always something fun and educational happening at EYNC. Don't miss out on the chance to explore and learn about the wonders of nature right in your own backyard. Check our calendar regularly for upcoming events and programs!

September Calendar

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American River Natural History Association Annual Membership Meeting

Date: Tuesday, September 17

Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Location: Effie Yeaw Nature Center

We’re excited to invite you to the American River Natural History Association’s Annual Meeting! The evening will start with a welcome reception, giving you a chance to connect with fellow members and enjoy some light refreshments.

During the meeting, we'll share updates on the Effie Yeaw Nature Center, celebrate some of our outstanding volunteers and donors, and open the floor for discussion and socializing.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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Upcoming Events

Nature of Reading and Discover Nature Programs -

Weekend Community Programs

Join us for our Discover Nature Weekend Community Programs!

Nature of Reading story time programs are FREE! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Programs start at 9:30 am.

August 3 - Nisenan Gifts of the Earth
September 14 - Geology Rocks!
October 5 - Creepy Crawlies!

Discover Nature Education Programs: Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Call ahead to purchase your spot! $5 ages 12+ / $3 ages 4-11. Members: $4 ages 12+ / $2 ages 4-11. Ages 3 & under FREE.

Programs start at 10:30 am

Saturday, August 3rd – Saturday Safari (hike)
Sunday, August 4th – Leave it to Beaver (presentation & hike)
Saturday, August 10th – Deer Toes & Coyote Paws (presentation & hike)
Sunday, August 11th – Eureka! (gold panning activity)
Saturday, August 17th – Those Wacky Woodpeckers (presentation & hike)
Sunday, August 18th – Bugs & Beyond! (presentation)
Saturday, August 24th– Let the River Run Clean (hike)
Sunday, August 25th – A Closer Look at Ants (hike)
Saturday, August 31st – Cold-Blooded Critters (presentation)

Call to reserve your spot!

Tacos for Teachers

Hey Teachers!

Is a field trip to Effie Yeaw Nature Center on your bucket list? If so, don’t miss Tacos for Teachers on Friday, August 23rd, from 5-8 PM! Enjoy tacos, margaritas, and an up-close animal encounter while you learn about our programs and new reservation system. Plus, you'll be entered for a chance to win a FREE field trip for your class!

Mark your calendars and join us for a fun and informative evening—we can't wait to see you there!

Please RSVP by Tuesday 8/20

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The Nature of Things: Speaker Series

Program Title: How Gardening with Native Plants Helps You and the Environment

Program Description: Native Plants and plant communities are critically important to humans and the planet. Learn about nature's free services and how native plants support the environment. What are the benefits to gardening with native plants? Native plants are hardy because they have adapted to the local conditions. Native plants do not need pesticides, fertilizers, and importantly, use less water. In addition, they provide vital habitat for birds and many other species of wildlife. IE good wildlife viewing! Not only is this good for the environment, but it also saves time and money. Native plants are also better at sequestering carbon. The presentation will include a slideshow some favorite native plants for gardens.

Speaker Biography: Christina Lewis is a Board member of California Native Plant Society’s Sacramento Valley Chapter. In 2007, she along with other volunteers, started SacValley CNPS Nursery and Demo Gardens (formerly Elderberry Farms) and continues to be its director. She loves introducing the wonders of native plant habitat to people who are unfamiliar with the native flora that surrounds us. She has held several leadership positions and co-chairs Homegrown Habitat which is developing ways to expand native plant habitat through collaborations. SacValleyCNPS.org/Nursery

Time & Date: Tuesday, September 10th from 6:30pm – 8pm

Price:

General admission - $15
Members - $10

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The Mighty Acorns

Join us on September 10, 2024, from 9:30-11 AM for the second meeting of our new toddler/preschool program, The Mighty Acorns! This month's theme is "B is for Bugs." Enjoy snacks, crafts, story-time, and playscape stations designed for little ones. We may even have an exciting animal ambassador encounter and a self-guided walk to the river.

Price: $10 per family.

It's the perfect way to engage your child's curiosity and creativity in a fun, educational environment. We look forward to seeing you there!

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NatureFest 2024

Join us on the first Sunday in October - October 6, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM for NatureFest! Enjoy a day filled with outdoor fun, educational activities, and family-friendly entertainment. Explore nature exhibits, participate in interactive workshops, meet live animal ambassadors, and much more. It's the perfect event for nature lovers of all ages. Don't miss out on this exciting celebration of the great outdoors!