Resources For The Northern Yosemite Region

Conservation Groups

Audubon Society

Protect birds, and work to conserve and restore natural ecosystems they live.

cwcCalifornia Wilderness Coalition

Dedicated to protecting and restoring California's wild places and native biodiversity on a statewide level.

EarthjusticeEarthjustice

Earthjustice is a non-profit public interest law firm dedicated to protecting the magnificent places, natural resources, and wildlife of this earth.

foothillconservancyFoothill Conservancy

Works to protect, restore, & sustain the natural and human environment in Amador and Calaveras counties.

Fund for Wild Nature

Provides small grants to small groups who get things done.

Mariposa Trails

Believe that individuals, communities and the planet can all thrive together, and that this health is attained through relationships of reciprocity.

 

sierraclubSierra Club

Founded by John Muir, the Sierra Club has been working to protect communities, wild places, and the planet itself since 1892.

tgrpsierralogoTuolumne Group of the Sierra Club

The local chapter of the Sierra Club.

The Wilderness Society

Since 1935, The Wilderness Society has led the conservation movement in wilderness protection, they wrote and passed the landmark Wilderness Act.

CNPS (California Native Plant Society)

Works to protect California's native plant heritage and preserve it for future generations.

Central Sierra Audubon

The local chapter of the Audubon Society.

Ebbetts Pass Forest Watch

Promotes responsible, sustainable timber harvest practices through public education, legal action, and coordination with conservation groups.

friends_of_the_riverFriends of the River

Invests in cutting-edge grassroots organizations and innovative conservation efforts for protecting biodiversity and wilderness.

High Sierra Hikers Association

Dedicated to educating its members and the general public about issues affecting hikers in the High Sierra.

mvplogoMy Valley Springs

Promoting responsible growth and development through public participation in community planning in order to preserve the quality of rural life in the greater Valley Springs area.

Sierra Forest Legacy

Works to engage citizens, communities, and coalition members in the healthy management of Sierra Nevada forest ecosystems to protect and restore the region.

Tuolumne River Trust

Promotes stewardship of the Tuolumne through education, collaboration, restoration, and advocacy.

Local Recreation Locations, Outfitters, and Guides

Arnold Rim Trail

The Arnold Rim Trail is a non-motorized trail system designed for hikers, mountain bikers, and equestrians.

Mountain Sage

A unique combination of retail store, photo gallery, coffeehouse, and plant nursery located in Groveland, California. Be sure to check out their summer lineup of concerts!

Sierra Nevada Adventure Company (SNAC)

Working to provide customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products. With store locations in Arnold, Murphys, and Sonora.

Y-Explore Yosemite

Custom hiking tours, photography workshops, and family activities are available to individuals and groups of all ages and experience levels.

Zephyr Rafting

California whitewater trips on the Kings, Tuolumne, Merced, and American rivers.

bigtreelogoCalaveras Big Trees State Park

Giant sequoia grove with miles of hiking trails, located in Calaveras County.

Sierra Mac Rafting Trips

Specializing in Class IV whitewater rafting trips in California on the Tuolumne River.

Stanislaus National Forest

Where to find various recreational opportunities within the Stanislaus Forest, including the Emigrant and Carson-Iceberg Wilderness.

ynpYosemite National Park

Yosemite recreation suggestions provided by the Park Service.

Environmental Education Opportunities and Activities

Backpack the Sierra

Backpackthesierra.com is a free non-commercial site that provides both the information and inspiration you need to get out into the Sierra Nevada!

greatvalleymuseumGreat Valley Museum

Non-for-profit dedicated to providing science and natural history information to adults and children of all ages through classes, programs, and exhibits.

savingthesierralgooSaving the Sierra

An independent, regional media project that features the stories and voices of Californians from the Sierra Nevada.

soslogoSierra Outdoor School

Provides in an outdoor setting, a science-based educational experience in which one learns to respect one's self, others, and the environment.

Sierra Film Fest

Find out the dates and locations (hosted by Ebbetts Pass Forest Watch).

creecCalifornia Regional Environmental Education Community (CREEC)

Link educators to Environmental Education activities and resources throughout California.

jmgtcThe John Muir Geotourism Center

Inspiring people to explore, learn, share, and preserve the values of the John Muir legacy through innovative and creative programs. Based in Mariposa county.

Foothill Horizons Outdoor School

An exceptional setting for outdoor education.

High Sierra Institute

Provides a unique opportunity for California and out-of-state students to study at a location with both natural beauty and ecological diversity.

TuolumneTuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians

A link to the Me-Wuk tribe's website. Includes information on history, culture, and events.

Local Links for Sustainable Resources

sUCMGTuolumne County Master Gardeners

Trained Master Gardeners answer your gardening questions, host the annual Garden Tour, and provide free garden classes.

outeraisleOuter Aisle Foods

Quality, local produce and products from producers committed to ecologically sustainable practices and go beyond the “Organic” requirements.

Farms of Tuolumne County

Your source for locally grown and produced food. Includes information on local Farmers Market locations and schedules.

Foothill Collaborative for Sustainability (Focus)

A non-profit organization that educates groups and individuals about sustainable living and community self-reliance.

Climate Change Resources

Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University

 

"No matter how much time and money you have, you can help stave off the effects of climate change." Dr. Peter LaPuma and Sabrina McCormick of the Milken Institute School of Public Health at the George Washington University explain ways to help the planet by making small and simple lifestyle changes.