Central Sierra

Curious about canning your own food at home? Join the UCCE Master Food Preservers at this free introductory online class and learn how to use boiling water and atmospheric steam canners to can quick pickles out of a variety of fruits and vegetables. (Who said a pickle has to be a cucumber…

A panel of volunteers specializing in freezing, dehydrating, canning and food safety will be available to answer your questions and share their tips so you can safely and successfully preserve food at home.

Amador County Master Gardeners will cover practical ways to begin composting at home. In this informative class we will demonstrate the “Dump and Run” or “Cold” composting method. This process requires minimum effort to start and maintain and is an easy way to turn your kitchen scraps into ‘Garden Gold’…

Strawberries aren't just delicious—they're versatile! Learn the secrets of preserving these vibrant berries with the UCCE Amador County Master Food Preservers in an engaging class.Discover different ways to extend the life of your strawberries, including:  Jam Making – Capture their peak sweetness…

The UC Climate Stewards seeks to foster a committed corps of volunteers ready to effectively engage in transformative local solutions to promote community and ecosystem resilience in a changing climate. This ten week course will introduce you to social-emotional resilience and trauma-aware practices, climate…

Kids Day in the Garden is a family friendly event featuring activities kids will love. 

Did you know that many vegetables and fruits can be pickled, not just cucumbers? Join us to learn how to make a variety of pickled or fermented products. We’ll cover several techniques including refrigerator, freezer, fermented, and canned pickles.Plus, enjoy delicious samples while you learn!

Open Garden Day is June 21st, from 10am to noon at 1324 Jackson Road in Jackson, CA. Tour the blooming roses and California native plantsLearn about what Master Gardeners volunteers did to earn the National Wildlife Federation's Wildlife Garden Certification.Explore ways you too can create wildlife…

Join the UC Master Gardeners of the Lake Tahoe Basin for a free community event celebrating the joys and benefits of edible gardening in high elevation regions.  Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this event has something for everyone!Edible plants chosen specifically for Tahoe's…

The UC Master Gardeners of the Lake Tahoe Basin are signed up for a participant booth at the 2025 South Tahoe Earth Day Festival. The theme of this year’s event is Protect Lake Tahoe, Protect Our Future, and is scheduled for Saturday, April 19 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Lake Tahoe Community…