Oakley Dune Restoration Day
March 7, 2020 from 9am to 11amWagner Ranch Wildlife Festival
April 28, 2019 from 11am to 4:30pmLafayette Earth Day Festival
April 19, 2020 from 11am to 2pm
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Tyler Snortum-Phelps
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Recycling Coordinator - PAID
Republic Services is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste. Through our subsidiaries, Republic’s collection companies, recycling centers, transfer stations, and landfills…Continue
Started Feb 10
Let It Rot! Composting Is Always Is Season
With the attention on the holidays, gift shopping, and all the…Continue
Started Jan 4
Action of the Month: Choose Low-Impact Meat
We've advocated on many occasions for reducing the amount of meat in our…Continue
Started Dec 4, 2019
Tyler Snortum-Phelps's Events
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Backyard Beekeeping 201: The Next Level
February 20, 2020 from 10am to 12pm – Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center
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Gardening in a Changing Climate Series
February 22, 2020 at 9:30am to March 21, 2020 at 12pm – Rodgers Ranch Urban Farm
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Oakley Dune Restoration Day
March 7, 2020 from 9am to 11am – Big Break Regional Shoreline
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Gardening in a Changing Climate Series at Rodgers Ranch Urban Farm
February 22, 2020 at 9:30am to March 21, 2020 at 12pm
In this five-week series, you will learn how to create, cultivate and enjoy a home garden through the lens of a changing climate. With more extreme temperatures, UV rays, and unpredictable water on the way, set up your garden for success by learning about soil management, choosing the right plants, and making other productive decisions. Regardless of the size of your garden, you'll learn how to be more self-sufficient, conserve water and energy, and build community with your fellow gardeners.…See More
Growing And Using Herbs at Rodgers Ranch Heritage Center
April 16, 2020 from 6pm to 8pm
We will explore the world of herbal medicine and its connections to the garden and kitchen. Many of our most common kitchen herbs and spices are not only powerhouses in the medicinal world but easy to grow in the garden. We will cover the definition of herbal medicine, the basics of planning a pollinator-friendly herb garden, properties and uses of popular kitchen medicinals, and preserving herbs from the summer for use throughout the fall and winter. This workshop includes a demo on making…See More
Recycling Coordinator - PAID
Republic Services is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste. Through our subsidiaries, Republic’s collection companies, recycling centers, transfer stations, and landfills focus on providing effective solutions to make proper waste disposal effortless for our 14 million customers. We’ll handle it from here., our brand promise, lets customers know they can count on Republic to provide a superior experience while fostering a sustainable Blue Planet for future…See More
Film Screening: This Changes Everything at Orinda Community Church
February 16, 2020 from 11:30am to 1pm
Join us for a showing of the film, The Human ElementThanks to a partnership with Earth Vision Institute, Interfaith Power & Light is able to offer us this inspiring film!In an arresting new documentary from the producers of Racing Extinction and Chasing Ice, environmental photographer James Balog captures the lives of everyday Americans on the front lines of climate change. With rare compassion and heart, The Human…See More
Fun With Kids In The Garden
June 27, 2020 from 10am to 12pmGardening In Containers and Small Spaces
July 18, 2020 from 10am to 12pmGrowing And Using Herbs
April 16, 2020 from 6pm to 8pm
Pressure Canning Vegetables & Homemade Soups at Contra Costa Farm Bureau
March 12, 2020 from 1pm to 4pm
Do you have a pressure canner but have never used it or are nervous about using it? Would you like to liven up your meals during winter’s dreary days?UC Master Food Preservers can help.Learn how and why you should pressure can your vegetables and soups. Learn how to adjust the recipe of your favorite soups so you can pressure can them. Multiple styles of pressure canners will be shown and discussed to give you a strong understanding of what’s available. Canning scraps to help reduce food waste…See More
Replace Your Lawn With A Water-Smart Garden: Best Practices For Installation And Maintenance at Pittsburg Library Community Room
March 14, 2020 from 10am to 12pm
Learn to convert your thirsty lawn to a beautiful water-smart garden! This hands-on workshop will visit the beautiful Pittsburg Living Green Garden and share the low-cost, SIMPLE method of lawn conversion, without digging up your old lawn! Garden designer Kelly Marshall will teach you how to create a site analysis of your space, choose plants to create a picturesque drought-tolerant garden, and guide you through the step-by-step process of lawn conversion. Additionally, you will learn…See More
Get A Grip On Drip Workshop
May 16, 2020 from 9:30am to 12:30pmReplace Your Lawn With A Water-Smart Garden: Best Practices For Installation And Maintenance
March 14, 2020 from 10am to 12pmGardening in a Changing Climate
February 22, 2020 at 9:30am to March 21, 2020 at 12pm
Gardening in a Changing Climate at Rodgers Ranch Urban Farm
February 22, 2020 at 9:30am to March 21, 2020 at 12pm
In this five-week series, you will learn how to create, cultivate and enjoy a home garden through the lens of a changing climate. With more extreme temperatures, UV rays, and unpredictable water on the way, set up your garden for success by learning about soil management, choosing the right plants, and making other productive decisions. Regardless of the size of your garden, you'll learn how to be more self-sufficient, conserve water and energy, and build community with your fellow gardeners.…See More
Let It Rot: Home Composting The Easy Way at Environmental Center
February 8, 2020 from 10am to 12pm
What has super powers, makes your garden grow and glow, is super easy, saves you money … and can be done at your convenience? COMPOST! You’ll get your “rot” on at this fun workshop and learn the 6 reasons compost can help not just your garden, but the entire planet. See for yourself how simple it can be.We’ll also touch on worm composting as a means of turning kitchen scraps into a compost of exceptional quality. Get all your questions answered and take home great information and…See More
Let It Rot: Home Composting The Easy Way
February 8, 2020 from 10am to 12pmFilm Screening: This Changes Everything
February 16, 2020 from 11:30am to 1pm
Let It Rot! Composting Is Always Is Season
With the attention on the holidays, gift shopping, and all the festivities, many people forget that the winter is also the best time of the year to compost. With the leaves and fallen fruit left over from the fall, there is more than enough in anyone’s backyard to compost. And though composting in the winter sounds difficult, with temperatures dropping and kitchen scraps…See More
4th Annual Women's March
January 18, 2020 from 10am to 12pmBackyard Beekeeping 201: The Next Level
February 20, 2020 from 10am to 12pm
Bounty From Your Garden: Fruit Trees 101
January 16, 2020 from 10am to 12pmBackyard Beekeeping 201: The Next Level
February 20, 2020 from 10am to 12pm
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Frequenty Asked Questions About the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge
Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge FAQs
- What is the Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge and why should I get involved?
- The…
Posted on October 22, 2019 at 10:21am
Cleaner Contra Costa Challenge - Fall Update
We hope everyone is enjoying competing in the Cleaner Contra Costa Fall Challenge! If you have not yet joined, it’s not too late to start! Complete as many actions as possible to earn points for a chance to win prizes and be recognized for your efforts. The Challenge goes until March 19, 2020!
Get all the details about the Fall Challenge…
ContinuePosted on October 21, 2019 at 2:00pm
The Fall Challenge Starts Now!
We are excited to announce our Cleaner Contra Costa Fall Challenge! Complete as many actions as possible to earn points for a chance to win prizes and be recognized for your efforts. The Challenge starts September 23, 2019 and goes until March…
ContinuePosted on September 23, 2019 at 5:00pm
Join us and HELP at the awards gala! Also - Twlight Parade this Saturday
Do you have your ticket yet for the 11th Annual Sustainability Awards Gala & Fundraiser? It's sure to be a memorable night. This fun and inspiring event supports and celebrates local individuals and organizations for their outstanding contributions and commitment to a healthy environment, economy, and society - so that Contra Costa remains a…
Posted on September 9, 2019 at 5:00pm
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