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This year marks the 100th anniversary that the last California grizzly bear was spotted in Sequoia National Park, never to be seen again. This state icon is an example of the beautiful, native California wildlife that can too easily be lost. To commemorate this anniversary, institutions from around the state are coming together to declare 2024 the year to Coexist with Wildlife, California.
The River Parkway Trust is honored to partner on events with the Fresno Chaffee Zoo as they introduce 24 California species to protect, through their Coexist with Wildlife Campaign! By working together, we can ensure that our unique California landscape can thrive for generations to come and prevent more wildlife from following the same path as our state symbol.
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Coexist with Wildlife Day
Saturday, August 31, 2024
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Join the Fresno Chaffee Zoo and San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust to celebrate California's wildlife through a day of special events and activities!
There will be two sets of hands-on activities taking place on Saturday, August 31st, followed by a celebration for all event participants.
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Phase 1 - 7 AM - 9 AM: Learn
Join us for a mini BioBlitz event or class to learn more about the San Joaquin River and the flora and fauna that call this ecosystem home
Phase 2 - 9 AM - 11 AM: Lend a Hand
Give back by joining a hands-on event restoring the natural environment
Phase 3 - 11 AM - 1 PM: Celebrate!
Head to the River Center to enjoy lunch from the onsite food trucks, learn more about local conservation organizations tabling on site, and enjoy free ice cream and popsicles.
All participants in Phase 1 and Phase 2 events will receive tickets to be entered into a drawing for prizes donated by participating organizations, which will be held at 12:00 pm.
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Living River Speaker Series
5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Tickets: $15
Season Pass: $45
Onsite youth (ages 5+) program: $10
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It's never too late to learn something new! The Living River Speaker Series is an opportunity to expand your knowledge about the San Joaquin River. In partnership with the Fresno Chaffee Zoo, this season the program will celebrate Coexist With Wildlife California.
Through four panel discussions, you’ll learn about local and statewide land, water and wildlife conservation efforts, and several ambitious plans supporting these natural resources along the San Joaquin River. Grab dinner from the food truck on-site, sip a beverage (included with ticket) at cocktail hour, and enjoy the presentation held in the River Center Barn.
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Coexist with Wildlife
Thursday, September 5th, 2024
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Join panelists from the wildlife conservation and education efforts throughout the region for a conversation on local conservation efforts, organizational roles in wildlife protection, and the statewide Coexist with Wildlife Campaign.
Confirmed panelists:
Rory Telemeco: Director of Conservation Science, Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Amy Avery: Director of Community Partnerships, Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Mandy Breuer: Founding Principal, Golden Charter Academy
Moderator:
Bricken Sparacino, Director of Learning, Fresno Chaffee Zoo
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Coexist with Water
Thursday, October 3rd, 2024
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Join panelists from throughout the water resource management profession for a discussion on current water use, the state of California's water supply, and trends in water resiliency.
Confirmed panelists:
Laura Ramos: Interim Director of Research Education, California Water Institute
Bart Bohn: Retired, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Caltrans District 6 Director
Kassy Chauhan: Executive Officer, North Kings Groundwater Sustainability
Agency Moderator:
Tom Holyoke, Professor of Political Science, CSU Fresno
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Coexist with Land
Thursday, November 7th, 2024
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Join panelists representing a variety of land-management backgrounds for a conversation about land use, conservation, biodiversity, and the growth and development of cities in the Central Valley.
Confirmed Panelists:
Sharon Weaver: Executive Director, San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust
Roman Rain Tree: Chief Impact Officer, Seeds of Sovereignty
Rebecca Burgess: Executive Director of Fibershed
Moderator:
Bart Bohn: Retired, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Caltrans District 6 Director
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Coexist for the Future
Thursday, December 5th, 2024
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Join us for presentations from local organizations working for a future that includes our wildlife and wild spaces to learn about the long-term goals of local conservation efforts in the region.
Confirmed Panelists:
Jon Forrest Dohlin: Chief Executive Officer, Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Ashley Swearengin: President and CEO, Central Valley Community Foundation
Moderator:
Sharon Weaver: Executive Director, San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust
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