UC WMRC Lecture Series: "Hawk Watch" film screening
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Private: Owens Valley Station, 3000 E Line St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
Join UC WMRC for a special screening of the documentary “Hawk Watch,” a 45-minute film that showcases the annual Swainson’s hawk 6,000+ mile migration and the dedicated efforts of citizen scientists who monitor it in Borrego Springs, CA.
Following the film, Hal Batzloff, a long-time volunteer and raptor biologist of NGO Bloom Research, will discuss raptor conservation efforts in the Eastern Sierra. Q & A to follow.
A suggested donation of $10 is highly encouraged. This event is open to the public.
Watch the trailer HERE.

UC WMRC Lecture Series: Exploring Antarctica with Microscope and Camera
2026-03-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Private: Owens Valley Station, 3000 E Line St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
Bill Krebs, UCLA & WMRC alum, will be presenting “Exploring Antarctica with Microscope and Camera, 1971-1973 Seasonal Dynamics of Coastal Phytoplankton (Diatom) Growth and Its Preservation in Sediments.” Bill will discuss the seasonal dynamics of diatoms and how past changes in Antarctic climate and oceanography can be recognized through diatom sedimentation.
An abstract of Bill’s work can be read HERE.
PLEASE SEE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE LOCATION. This event is free and open to the public. Outside food or pets are not allowed. This talk will not be broadcast live but will be recorded and uploaded to our YouTube channel at a later date.

Sierra Earth Day 2026
2026-04-12 10:00 - 15:00 | Bishop City Park, 688 North Main St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
UC WMRC will have a booth at Sierra Earth Day. Come and say “hi”.

Bishop Paiute Tribe's Earth Day & Spring Market
2026-04-19 10:30 - 15:00 | Owens Valley Paiute-Shoshone Cultural Center, 2300 West Line St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
WMRC will have a booth at this event, too. Come say “hi” and learn about what we do.
To learn more, visit the Bishop Paiute Tribe’s Environmental Facebook page.

UC WMRC Lecture Series: The Mine in the Sky
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Private: Online
Joe Kurtak will be discussing his recently reprinted book, “Mine in the Sky: The History of California’s Pine Creek Tungsten Mine and the People Who Were Part of It.”Joe’s work examines the geology, history, economic impact, and the community involved with the Pine Creek Tungsten Mine in Pine Creek Canyon.
This talk will be presented online via Zoom. Registration on Zoom is required (see website URL below).
This talk will be recorded and uploaded to WMRC’s YouTube channel.

UC WMRC Lecture Series: Eastern Sierra avalanches- REDUX A brief history of the active avalanche paths in Inyo and Mono Counties
2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Private: Owens Valley Station, 3000 E Line St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
Due to technical difficulties encountered at the original lecture, we are offering another opportunity for Sue to share her research.
Local avalanche forecaster Sue Burak will be giving a brief history of the active avalanche paths in Inyo and Mono County that impact roads and residential areas. Topics covered will include how far an avalanche runs and a discussion of avalanche runout estimates used in operational forecasting.
PLEASE SEE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE LOCATION. This event is free and open to the public. Outside food or pets are not allowed. This talk will not be broadcast live but will be recorded and uploaded to our YouTube channel at a later date.

UC WMRC Lecture Series: High-elevation white pines of the Eastern Sierra: a tale of forest health, fire, and snow
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Private: Owens Valley Station, 3000 E Line St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
Michèle Slaton, USFS Inyo National Forest, will be discussing noteworthy high-elevation white pine forest trends, agents of change, and opportunities for management aimed at conservation. This talk is based on the recent WMRC Symposium paper that she coauthored, titled “High-elevation white pines of the Eastern Sierra: a tale of forest health, fire, and snow.”
PLEASE SEE THE INFORMATION BELOW FOR THE LOCATION. This event is free and open to the public. Outside food or pets are not allowed. This talk will not be broadcast live but will be recorded and uploaded to our YouTube channel at a later date.

CNPS Bristlecone Chapter Native Plant Sale
2026-08-15 09:00 - 11:00 | Private: Owens Valley Station, 3000 E Line St., Bishop, CA, 93514, United States
The Fall plant sale is held the third week in August at the White Mountain Research Center, 3000 E. Line St. Bishop. ICurrent members get to shop an hour early, starting at 8 am. The sale is open to the general public at 9. The sale ends at 11.
Prices:

Seed Packets
$3.00

Tree Pots
$6.00

Cactus Pot
$6.00

Gallons
$9.00

Tall Tree Pots
$11.00

5-Gallon Pots
$26.00

10-Gallon Pots
$36.00

Barcroft Station Open Gate Day
2026-09-13 06:30 - 19:30 | Private: Barcroft Station, CA, 93514, United States
The gate will open at approximately 6:30 AM and close at about 7:30 PM. Hikers will be allowed to park at the Barcroft Station and hike from there to the summit of White Mountain Peak. Parking is limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Vehicles, dirt bikes, and OHVs will not be allowed past Barcroft Station, no exceptions; mountain bikes are permitted.
Portable toilets will be available outside the station for public use. The Barcroft Station will NOT be opened to the public. We would like to ask that you do not enter any closed buildings at the station, and please follow any parking restrictions. This is a popular event, and wait times for access past the gate may be long. Access will vary depending on open parking spaces at the station. Staff and volunteers will be working the gate and parking areas.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
**ALTITUDE SICKNESS WARNING ‐ Barcroft Station is located at 12,470 feet in elevation. Discomfort and altitude sickness
can happen to anyone regardless of age or physical condition. The best way to alleviate AMS is to descend in altitude. If you question your reaction to high‐altitude environments,
please consult your physician before attempting to drive to the Barcroft Station to climb White Mountain Peak. The total hike distance round trip is 10 miles.
**VEHICLES- we strongly recommend AWD or 4×4 vehicles with all-terrain tires. Rocks on the road are known to pop tires; we are not responsible for assisting with vehicle repairs or wear/damage sustained to your vehicle.
**WEATHER can change at any time without warning, bringing in dangerous thunderstorms, wind, and snow accumulation. Please be observant of this for your own safety. Be sure to bring plenty of water and snacks with you, and be prepared with proper clothing attire.

Paint Mono County with Mono Arts Council
2026-09-20 16:00 - 2026-09-27 16:00 | CA
Join Mono Arts Council (MAC) for their Second Annual Plein Air Painting Competition & Arts Program, September 30th to October 4th, right here in the breathtaking Eastern Sierra.
Artists from across the country will paint on location for three inspiring days, capturing fall colors, mountain vistas, charming towns, and cafés.
Highlights include:
A juried Art Exhibit & Reception: September 25th, 6:30–9 PM at the MAC Gallery & Community Arts Center
Registration deadline: inquire at MAC
Scholarships available for Mono County artists
Explore the White Mountain Research Center’s changing shadow and light and experience ‘once in a lifetime’ access to a pristine alpine location. Join award-winning local Artist Randall Smith to learn essential tips on designing plein air compositions using soft pastels. The workshop is Tuesday, September 22nd, through Wednesday, September 23rd. For more information and to register, visit: https://monoarts.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/monoarts/event.jsp?event=4543&
