BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Placer Resource Conservation District - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Placer Resource Conservation District X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://placerrcd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Placer Resource Conservation District REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220930T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220919T230130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T031146Z UID:9898-1664524800-1664643600@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Beginning Farming Academy DESCRIPTION:Is your dream to run a small farm or ranch? Are you ready to get started on your dream? Apply for the Beginning Farming Academy offered by the University of California Cooperative Extension on September 30 and October 1\, 2022. The class is held in Auburn and runs from 8 AM to 5 PM on Friday\, September 30\, and Saturday\, October 1st.  Applications close September 23 at 5 PM. \n\n\n\nThe Academy is an intensive 2-day introduction to starting a small commercial farm or ranch and will help prospective farmers jumpstart their operations.  Participants will learn to assess their land and resources\, research markets\, and analyze the potential economic viability of their operations. \n\n\n\nThe workshop focuses on marketing\, business\, and economic planning for small farms. The class is taught by University of California Farm Advisors and expert local farmers and ranchers. It includes field trips to farms and a certified farmers’ market. \n\n\n\nThe class is limited to 15 prospective producers. To apply\, please complete the online application at https://ucanr.edu/beginningfarmingacademy2022. \n\n\n\nThe Beginning Farming Academy is partially funded by a Western Extension Risk Management Education grant from the U. S. Department of Agriculture. Meal cost for the two days is $80 and includes breakfast\, lunch\, and snacks. \n\n\n\nFor questions or more information on the Beginning Farming Academy\, please contact Cindy Fake at cefake@ucanr.edu or 530.889.7385. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/beginning-farming-academy/ LOCATION:Dewitt Center\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://placerrcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Farm-Visit-Beginning-Farming-Academy-2021-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220928T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220928T193000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220811T152144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T165044Z UID:9372-1664388000-1664393400@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:2022 Local Working Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:The USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service and the Placer Resource Conservation District are looking for input from farmers\, ranchers\, forest landowners\, and land managers like you! Financial assistance is available to landowners & land managers for conservation activities in Placer County\, but we need help determining the most important natural resource concerns to better align our initiatives. In doing so\, we are asking you to complete a survey and inviting you to attend our in-person Local Working Group Meeting Wednesday\, September 28th at 6 pm. There will be a virtual option for this event\, for those interested in attending virtually. \n\n\n\nThe NRCS has multiple financial assistance programs that aid agricultural producers and forestland owners in implementing resource conservation practices. Financial assistance is available and awarded competitively based on natural resource concerns and priorities. The survey above is intended for people working and/or living within Placer County and the information provided will be used to help shape Local or Regional Priorities. Please complete and submit the survey by September 21st. \n\n\n\nClick here to learn more about Local Working Groups. \n\n\n\nFor more information about this meeting\, please contact: \n\n\n \n Brian Pimentel\n Agriculture Program Managerbrian@placerrcd.org(530) 390-6680 URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/2022-local-working-group-meeting/ LOCATION:Placer County Transportation Planning Agency or Virtual\, 299 Nevada St.\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://placerrcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Agriculture-Images-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220928T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220928T110000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220927T031934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T153825Z UID:9960-1664359200-1664362800@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:2021 Placer County Community Garden Review Presentation and Conversation DESCRIPTION:The Placer Resource Conservation District will be sharing the findings of the 2021 Placer County Community Garden Review at the DeWitt Senior Community Garden in Auburn\, CA. The community is invited to listen in and participate. The Auburn Golden Gardeners is hosting the event. They have requested that you bring your own chair. This is an outdoor\, in-person event only. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/2021-placer-county-community-garden-review-conversation/ LOCATION:Senior Garden\, WVPW+Q2 Auburn\, California\, Auburn\, CA\, 95603\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://placerrcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/DSC00468-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Auburn Golden Gardeners":MAILTO:info@auburngoldengardeners.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220924T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220714T003921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T004029Z UID:8925-1664015400-1664020800@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Irrigation: Basics\, Tips\, and Tricks for the Home Gardener DESCRIPTION:In this introduction to irrigation workshop\, you will learn the basics of garden and yard irrigation\, and some tips and tricks for healthy plants and water conservation. Three topics will be covered: 1) irrigation\, 2) components\, and 3) planning and assembly. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person presentation. No registration is required. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/irrigation-basics-tips-and-tricks-for-the-home-gardener-2/ LOCATION:Loomis Library\, 6050 Library Drive\, Loomis\, CA\, 95650\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220922T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220922T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220714T003444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T003558Z UID:8922-1663873200-1663878600@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Irrigation: Basics\, Tips\, and Tricks for the Home Gardener DESCRIPTION:In this introduction to irrigation workshop\, you will learn the basics of garden and yard irrigation\, and some tips and tricks for healthy plants and water conservation. Three topics will be covered: 1) irrigation\, 2) components\, and 3) planning and assembly. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/irrigation-basics-tips-and-tricks-for-the-home-gardener/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220917T223000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220917T233000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220714T002245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T002312Z UID:8918-1663453800-1663457400@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Lawn Replacement DESCRIPTION:From blah to beautiful…Learn the best way to get rid of your high maintenance your lawn and create a pollinator paradise! Save water too! \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person\, live\, event. No registration is required. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/lawn-replacement-2-2/ LOCATION:Loomis Library\, 6050 Library Drive\, Loomis\, CA\, 95650\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220914T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220914T203000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T233602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T233605Z UID:8914-1663182000-1663187400@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Lawn Replacement DESCRIPTION:From blah to beautiful…Learn the best way to get rid of your high maintenance your lawn and create a pollinator paradise! Save water too! \n\n\n\nThis is an online event. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/lawn-replacement-2/ LOCATION:Zoom (online) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T232859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T233206Z UID:8911-1662804000-1662811200@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Compost and Mulch DESCRIPTION:Did you know yard debris and kitchen scraps can improve your soil? It’s true! Composting reduces waste sent to the landfill\, helps you create your own free fertilizer\, and saves water. Learn about bins\, equipment\, and materials used in a variety of composting styles. Participants will be able to take home a free compost bin after the workshop. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person\, live\, presentation. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/compost-and-mulch/ LOCATION:Roseville Utility Exploration Center (RUEC) Exploration Tech Lab\, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd\, Roseville\, CA\, 95747\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220907T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220907T184500 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220718T172554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T172627Z UID:9030-1662573600-1662576300@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Forecasting Drought and Remote Sensing Tools: Working Rangelands Wednesdays DESCRIPTION:Join UC Cooperative Extension Advisors\, Specialists\, Researchers\, and Ranchers for a biweekly summer webinar series highlighting applied\, land manager-oriented solutions for rangeland drought challenges! URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/forecasting-drought-and-remote-sensing-tools-working-rangelands-wednesdays/ LOCATION:Webinar (Online) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T184500 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220718T171328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T205212Z UID:9024-1661364000-1661366700@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Irrigating Pasture with Limited Water: Working Rangelands Wednesday DESCRIPTION:Join UC Cooperative Extension Advisors\, Specialists\, Researchers\, and Ranchers for a biweekly summer webinar series highlighting applied\, land manager-oriented solutions for rangeland drought challenges! \n\n\n\nJune 29 – FSA drought programs \n\n\n\nJuly 13 – Planning for drought \n\n\n\nJuly 27 – Early weaning \n\n\n\nAugust 10 – Culling vs. Feeding \n\n\n\nAugust 24 – Irrigating with limited water \n\n\n\nSeptember 7 – Fall/Winter Forecast and Remote Sensing URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/irrigating-pasture-with-limited-water-working-rangelands-wednesday/ LOCATION:Webinar (Online) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://placerrcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/herd-sheep-grazing-pasture-during-daytime-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220822T000100 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220925T235900 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220819T233154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T233525Z UID:9569-1661126460-1664150340@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Forestry and Natural Resources Career Mentorship Program Application Period DESCRIPTION:The Forestry and Natural Resources Career Mentorship Program is now accepting applications for mentors and mentees for the ’22-’23 academic year. We are seeking experienced forestry professionals to apply for the opportunity to mentor a student who is interested in a career in forestry and natural resources. Juniors and seniors enrolled in a forestry program at UC Berkeley\, Cal Poly Humboldt\, and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo are encouraged to apply. All students enrolled in a forestry program at Reedley College\, College of the Redwoods\, Bakersfield College\, and Shasta College are also invited to participate. The application period opens 8/22/2022 and closes at 11:59 PM on 9/25/2022.” \n\n\n\nThe Forestry and Natural Resources Career Mentorship Program is designed to connect students with mentors who are representative of these students and have recently entered the professional field of forestry and natural resources.  Mentors are paired with students based on their experiences\, interests and career goals. \n\n\n\nLearn more about this program: https://www.clfa.org/mentorship. \n\n\n\nPlease complete applications by 11:59 PM on September 25\, 2022. If you have any questions\, please contact: \n\n\n \n Allison Erny\n Forestry Project Manager\, Registered Professional Forester No. 3081allison@placerrcd.org(530) 390-6684 URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/forestry-and-natural-resources-career-mentorship-program-application-period/ LOCATION:California ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://placerrcd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Forestry-and-Natural-Resources-Mentorship-Program-01-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220821T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220821T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T231945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T232354Z UID:8907-1661079600-1661083200@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Lawn Replacement DESCRIPTION:From blah to beautiful. Learn the best way to get rid of your high maintenance lawn and create a pollinator paradise! Save water too! \n\n\n\nThis is a live\, in-person\, presentation taking place at and during the Tri-County Home Show. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/lawn-replacement/ LOCATION:Roebbelen Center\, 700 Event Center Dr.\, Roseville\, CA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220820T140000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T224717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T224758Z UID:8903-1661004000-1661004000@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:"Fall" in Love with Gardening DESCRIPTION:It may still be sweltering outside\, but cooler weather is coming. There is still lots to do in the garden before the rains start. Learn what needs to get cut back\, how to clean your tools and more. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person event at the Tri-County Home Show. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/fall-in-love-with-gardening/ LOCATION:Roebbelen Center\, 700 Event Center Dr.\, Roseville\, CA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T180000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T222835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T224840Z UID:8899-1660932000-1660932000@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Backyard Composting DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics of backyard composting and how it can improve your soil. Learn how to get started and keep your compost pile healthy. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person event. No registration required. \n\n\n\nThis is taking place at and during the Tri-County Home Show. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/backyard-composting/ LOCATION:Roebbelen Center\, 700 Event Center Dr.\, Roseville\, CA\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220821T170000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T231540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T004150Z UID:8905-1660910400-1661101200@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Tri-County Home Show DESCRIPTION:The Placer Resource Conservation District will be at the Tri-County Home Show! Be sure to stop by and say hello\, talk to a conservationist\, setup a site visit\, and learn about our backyard and community garden resources! URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/tri-county-home-show/ LOCATION:Roebbelen Center\, 700 Event Center Dr.\, Roseville\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Outreach END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220718T165421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T165735Z UID:9016-1660896000-1660910400@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Advanced Targeted Grazing (w/ California Wool Growers Association) DESCRIPTION:This workshop will address topics surrounding targeted grazing. This workshop is open to ALL sheep producers\, large and small\, and industry stakeholders. Topics include nutritional supplementation\, strategic grazing for fire protection\, estimating costs and bidding\, funding opportunities and research update. \n\n\n\nMore information: http://californiawoolgrowers.org/calendar/annual-meeting/ URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/advanced-targeted-grazing-w-california-wool-growers-association/ LOCATION:Carson Valley Inn\, 1627 U.S. Hwy 395 N\, Minden\, NV 89423\, 1627 U.S. Hwy 395 N\, Minden\, 89423 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220813T120000 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220713T221115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220713T222500Z UID:8879-1660384800-1660392000@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Workshop: Native Plants DESCRIPTION:California native plants have spent centuries adapting to our region’s growing conditions. Their benefits are plentiful\, as they take less work and require less water. Native plants improve soil\, use fewer pesticides\, and support beneficial insects. Find out how to add these beauties to your garden\, while also discovering other drought tolerant options. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person/live presentation. URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/native-plants/ LOCATION:Roseville Utility Exploration Center (RUEC) Exploration Tech Lab\, 1501 Pleasant Grove Blvd\, Roseville\, CA\, 95747\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220810T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220810T184500 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220718T164234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T172943Z UID:9012-1660154400-1660157100@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Culling vs. Feeding Your Way out of Drought: Working Rangelands Wednesday Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join UC Cooperative Extension Advisors\, Specialists\, Researchers\, and Ranchers for a biweekly summer webinar series highlighting applied\, land manager-oriented solutions for rangeland drought challenges! \n\n\n\nJune 29 – FSA drought programs \n\n\n\nJuly 13 – Planning for drought \n\n\n\nJuly 27 – Early weaning \n\n\n\nAugust 10 – Culling vs. Feeding \n\n\n\nAugust 24 – Irrigating with limited water \n\n\n\nSeptember 7 – Fall/Winter Forecast and Remote Sensing URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/culling-vs-feeding-your-way-out-of-drought-working-rangelands-wednesday-webinar/ LOCATION:Webinar (Online) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220727T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220727T184500 DTSTAMP:20260405T031946 CREATED:20220714T010609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T010858Z UID:8938-1658944800-1658947500@placerrcd.org SUMMARY:Early Weaning as a Drought Strategy: Working Rangelands Wednesday Webinar DESCRIPTION:Join UC Cooperative Extension Advisors\, Specialists\, Researchers\, and Ranchers for a biweekly summer webinar series highlighting applied\, land manager-oriented solutions for rangeland drought challenges! \n\n\n\nRegister to receive a link to our bi-weekly webinars! Webinars will air biweekly from 6 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. \n\n\n\nJune 29 – FSA drought programs \n\n\n\nJuly 13 – Planning for drought \n\n\n\nJuly 27 – Early weaning \n\n\n\nAugust 10 – Culling vs. Feeding \n\n\n\nAugust 24 – Irrigating with limited water \n\n\n\nSeptember 7 – Fall/Winter Forecast and Remote Sensing URL:https://placerrcd.org/event/early-weaning-as-a-drought-strategy-working-rangelands-wednesday-webinar/ LOCATION:Webinar (Online) END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR