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Owens River Water Trail Project

The Owens River Water Trail Project envisions a boater's paradise along a six-mile stretch of the Lower Owens River outside of Lone Pine. With ADA-accessible put-in and take-out points where all people can float, fish, and swim, this scenic Water Trail will be the first of its kind in California. Because the Owens River does not flood annually, islands of muck, tule reeds, and cottonwood logs build up in the channel and obstruct navigation. Clearing this debris each year is a key part of turning this stretch of river into a navigable Water Trail. Friends of the Inyo partners with Inyo...

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Climate Change and Sierra Meadows

Meadows make up a tiny portion of the Sierra Nevada, but they may have a vital role to play in our region's future. Join David, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, for an exploration of meadows along the Duck Pass Trail, and a glimpse of how climate change may transform our treasured landscapes. Meet David at the Duck Pass Trailhead at Coldwater Creek Campground in the Mammoth Lakes Basin at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be out for at...

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Inyo National Forest Wilderness Project

Five lucky volunteers will get to spend five glorious days in the Inyo National Forest's wilderness, stewarding trails and swimming in creeks! Stay tuned for details... Space is limited—RSVP now to hold your spot!

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Taking and Making: a History of our High Sierra Water

Water is perhaps the most important force that has shaped our Eastern Sierra landscape and culture through time. Join Melissa, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, as she takes you on a journey through the Sierra's water history and hydrology along the Kearsarge Pass Trail out of Independence. Meet at 10AM at the Kearsarge Pass Trailhead. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be out for at least two hours). The Kearsarge Pass Trail is moderately strenuous.

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Seeing Detail in the Natural World: Storytelling, Your Senses, and the Creative Process

Join Lauren, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, on an interactive hike up the Treasure Lakes Trail out of South Lake in Bishop. Using story-telling, your senses, and the creative process, you'll heighten your observation skills to develop a more personal relationship with your natural surroundings. On this interactive hike, you'll be encouraged to get your hands dirty and learn through experience. Meet Lauren at the Bishop Pass Trailhead at South Lake at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be...

Plants of Little Lakes Valley: Their Uses and Identification

Psyched about wildflowers? Wish you knew how to tell pines from firs? Wondering whether you can eat that mushroom? You're in luck, because Robin knows plants. As a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, he'll guide you through the spectacular flora of Little Lakes Valley, sharing tips and tricks for identification and letting you know which plants taste good and which are better left untasted. Meet Robin at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead in Rock Creek at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length and strenuousness of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be...

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Climate Change and Sierra Meadows

Meadows make up a tiny portion of the Sierra Nevada, but they may have a vital role to play in our region's future. Join David, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, for an exploration of meadows along the Duck Pass Trail, and a glimpse of how climate change may transform our treasured landscapes. Meet David at the Duck Pass Trailhead at Coldwater Creek Campground in the Mammoth Lakes Basin at 10AM. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be out for at...

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Taking and Making: a History of our High Sierra Water

Water is perhaps the most important force that has shaped our Eastern Sierra landscape and culture through time. Join Melissa, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, as she takes you on a journey through the Sierra's water history and hydrology along the Little Lakes Valley Trail in Rock Creek. Meet at 10AM at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead at the very end of Rock Creek Road. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking. The length of the walk will depend on group consensus (but be prepared to be out for at least two hours). The Little Lakes...

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CANCELLED – Seeing Detail in the Natural World: Storytelling, Your Senses, and the Creative Process

**This event has been cancelled. Please keep checking our website for future dates.*** Join Lauren, a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, on an interactive hike along the Little Lakes Valley Trail in Rock Creek. Using story-telling, your senses, and the creative process, you'll heighten your observation skills to develop a more personal relationship with your natural surroundings. On this interactive hike, you'll be encouraged to get your hands dirty and learn through experience. Meet Lauren at 10AM at the Mosquito Flat Trailhead at the end of Rock Creek Road. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking....

Wildflower Walk at Rock Creek Lakes Resort

Psyched about wildflowers? Wish you knew how to tell pines from firs? Wondering whether you can eat that mushroom? You're in luck, because Robin knows plants. As a Friends of the Inyo Trail Ambassador, he'll guide you through the spectacular flora of Little Lakes Valley, sharing tips and tricks for identification and letting you know which plants taste good and which are better left untasted. Meet Robin at Rock Creek Lakes Resort (on the righthand side as you drive up canyon, across from the turnoff for Rock Creek Lake) at 10AM*. Bring water, sunscreen, snacks, layers, and appropriate footwear for hiking....