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EcoCenCal's annual Summer Solstice mixer party was a huge success! The event provides a networking get-together for people working and volunteering for environmental organizations. It's always encouraging to hear about what other groups are doing to improve life in the central valley, and talk about…>>
Finding ʻĀina and ʻOhana in Hawaii My family loves Hawaii. At a young age, I learned about the Aloha Spirit, an energy of welcoming and warmth. This spirit has served me well in my career, travels abroad, and in my role at EcoCenCal. As we…>>
This month the China Creek Project, a restoration project managed by the Sequoia Chapter of CNPS, is celebrating 20 years of stewardship. Long-time Fresno resident Warren Shaw has been there since the beginning. I've known Warren for a little over two years in my time…>>
On New Year's Day, 2024 EcoCenCal hosted a Holiday Hike at China Creek Park near Centerville in Fresno County, CA. The weather provided a perfect winter day to start the year. Chilly and misty though it was, we had an excellent turnout with 30 individuals,…>>
Every year to celebrate and recalibrate, EcoCenCal holds a retreat for board members. The stars truly aligned this year with a rare morning solar eclipse. We were able to watch the glowing sun turn to a bright orange crescent while sipping our coffee. The event…>>
On June 22nd, 2023 EcoCenCal sponsored a Solstice Cocktail Party networking event for "Women in Environmental Work". The goal was to have environmental leaders in the Fresno area together to talk about current events and celebrate recent accomplishments. Organizations were invited to the event based…>>
At our Earth Day Fresno event we surveyed locals about their biggest environmental concern. If you were able to visit our booth, you might already know that my biggest concern is Wildlife Welfare. While I was far from alone, many people I spoke to weren't…>>
On April 22nd, 2023 at the Earth Day Fresno event at Fresno City College we asked attendees about their biggest environmental concerns. Attendees cast their vote by placing a wine cork in corresponding mason jars. We had an amazing turn out with 115 votes cast!…>>
We want to show our appreciation to our friend Bob Pira for providing us with original artwork. He chose the white egret, because it's a beautiful majestic creature that though we often see, still makes us pause and entices us to gaze. Spot us sporting…>>