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Elephant Seal Walk Photos


HSU Professor Dawn Goley describes the origins of the Punta Gorda elephant seal colony on the Lost Coast, and how it may be expected to grow in the coming years.



Participants on the King Range Alliance’s hike to see the elephant seals marvel at how many different animals are on the beach


Young and older enjoy a close-up look at elephant seals in the King Range NCA, along with expert guides. 


A beautiful day on the Lost Coast, a great day to learn about elephant seal ecology!

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Identifying and Using Local Medicinal Plants of the King Range National Conservation Area



PRESENTED BY THE MATTOLE FIELD INSTITUTE

April 13th, 2019, 10 am -2 pm

Bring: Lunch, water, jacket, Notebook and Pen.

Space is limited, so please contact Flora@Mattole.org if you plan to attend.

Come get acquainted with medicinal plants living in and around the King Range!

This class will be great for beginners interested in using local plants for medicine. It will also provide in-depth information for experienced medicine-makers, so come and bring your questions about specific plants or ailments, and enjoy some focused time outside with our local herbalista, Nicole Gagliano.



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Sustainable Seaweed Harvest

PRESENTED BY THE MATTOLE FIELD INSTITUTE

April 21st. Meet at Mattole Beach Trailhead at 6:40 A.M. Sharp!

Ever wanted to learn about harvesting edible seaweeds?
Want to know what types grow here on the Lost Coast, and how
to harvest them sustainably? This class is for you!

Bring: water, snacks, windbreaker, sun gear, Grippy
Footwear that can get wet, scissors, sacks, Fishing license.

Meet at Mattole Beach Trailhead at 6:40 A.M. Sharp!

Please contact Flora@mattole.org if you plan to attend.

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Nick’s Interns Program now Accepting Applications – Due March 29

Are you motivated to learn, work hard, and make a valuable contribution to our environment and community?

Nick’s Interns, A program providing work opportunities for high school students, is –Now Accepting Applications for summer 2019— DUE MARCH 29.

As a paid intern, you will take part in a range of restoration and land management projects such as native grass seed collection, invasive species removal, trail construction, campground maintenance, steelhead dive surveys, salmon habitat enhancement and much more!

Sessions:

BLM: Session One – June 24 – July 11

BLM: Session Two – July 15 – August 1

MRC: June / July (Dates T.B.D.)

Send applications to:

MRC/Nick’s Interns, PO Box 223 Whitethorn Ca, 95589

Fax: (707) 986-7374

Email: theresa@mattole.org

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