The Science & Stewardship Symposium focuses on the intersection of research and land stewardship practice in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Aiming to increase our collective ability to care for the land, foster collaboration between scientists and land stewards, and increase channels of information sharing, the symposium features presentations and posters from researchers and land stewardship practitioners. Featured speakers: Jennifer Norris, David Ackerly and Don Hankins.

Event Details
January 30, 2026
The Grove, 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
8:00 am to 7:00 pm

Sessions
Managing Landscapes and Indigenous Stewardship
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The Small and Big Things: Rare and Important Habitats
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Aquatic Habitat Restoration & Management
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Prescribed Fire
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Managing Forests in a Changing Climate
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Monitoring Ecosystems for Adaptive Management
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Tools for a Healthy Landscape