The American River Conservancy offers environmental and experiential
education programs designed to not only inform, but to inspire.
Our place-based education programs explore the unique
ecology of the Sierra Foothills and encourage learners to
connect to their environment on a deeper level.
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At American River Conservancy (ARC), we believe that environmental education benefits people of all ages and backgrounds. DONATE TODAY
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Questions? Contact [email protected].
FIELD TRIPS FOR SCHOOLS and HOMESCHOOL GROUPS
Interested in signing up for a field trip? The American River Conservancy Environmental Education Program offers a wide range of NGSS aligned lesson for grades K-12. Example activities include outdoor science experiences, hands-on environmental education activities, art experiences, and stewardship projects. You can find full descriptions on our Field Trip Menu.
Homeschool families can take advantage of our monthly Homeschool Friday programs with a different theme and activities each month – find details and registration here.
Please fill out our Interest Form and someone will reach out to schedule your trip. If you have additional questions, please email [email protected]
NATURE BOWL
Hey teachers, parents, youth leaders, and mentors! Gather up your teams of 3rd-4th grade students and/or 5th-6th grade students and prepare to have a fun and educational time learning all about our local and regional ecology and conservation. It’s Nature Bowl time!
ARC will be hosting a semi-final at Wakamatsu Farm on Friday, April 9th. You can find all the information you need to register and prepare here.
Interested in participating in Nature Bowl 2026 but not sure what it entails? On November 5th, from 4-5:30pm, teachers and coaches who are new to Nature Bowl are invited to attend this virtual info session to learn what to expect before signing up! (Register here)
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is offering multiple resources for coaches to prepare for the event, like a Natural History Crash Course and Project WILD training. There will also be a virtual coach’s workshop on January 7th, from 4-6 PM (Register Here). Please see the above link to get all the relevant information.
Coaches, register before February 19th to secure your spot!
For more information contact [email protected]
HIKES AND CLASSES
Whether you’re looking for a workshop, hike, or presentation, we have something planned almost weekly.
If you have questions or ideas for an event, please contact [email protected].
CALIFORNIA NATURALIST 2027
Our 10-week California Naturalist class will happen again in Spring of 2027. Dates will be announced in the fall with registration opening January 1st.
If you enjoy exploring and learning about our local ecology, engaging in citizen science and sharing your knowledge with others, this program is for you! The 40-hour course combines a science curriculum with guest lecturers, field trips and project –based learning to explore the unique ecology and natural history of the Sierra Foothills.
CLIMATE STEWARDS
We are not offering a Climate Stewards course at this time. If you would like to be added to our interest list for future courses, please email [email protected].
NATURE CAMP
Check back December 2026 for Nature Camp 2027 dates.
*For scholarship information, please contact [email protected]
or call 530-621-1224.
