Better Grasslands Through Knowledge: A CNGA Science-Based Symposium

Date: Thursday & Friday, February 6 & 7, 2025

Location: Hopland Research and Extension Center, 4070 University Rd, Hopland, CA 95449

Join us in celebration of the latest science on grassland ecosystems in California, with opportunities for dialog and collaboration among symposium participants. 

On the Agenda: 

• Keynote Speakers
• Technical Talks
• Lightning Talks
• Poster Session/Social Hour

Find the Preliminary Schedule Here

Download a Flyer Here

Each morning of this two-day conference will begin with keynote addresses from experts in the field and continue with themed sessions.

Thursday's activities include technical talks, lightning talks, and concludes with a poster session and social hour. 

Friday will continue with technical  talks and an opportunity to tour the Hopland Research and Extension Center.  

Society for Ecological Restoration  Continuing Education Credits

The symposium is pre-approved for 8 continuing education credits under SER's Certified Ecological Restoration Practitioner (CERP) program. 

Symposium Food and Lodging

• Continental breakfast and lunch buffet provided on Thursday and Friday
• Thursday evening social hour includes hors d'oeuvres and a complimentary drink with your registration fee
• Lodging information on our website

Don't Miss Out on These Great Field Trips   More details on Field Trips here

Follow the links to register separately: 

• Pepperwood Preserve, Santa Rosa, Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 1 PM to 4 PM
• Heritage Growers Native Seed Amplification Facility, Colusa, Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 9 AM to 1 PM
• Grace Hudson Museum Wild Gardens, Ukiah,  Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 12 PM - 4 PM
• Willits Bypass Mitigation Project, Willits, Saturday, February 8, 2025, 9 AM -12 PM

We are grateful for our sponsors who make our events possible.

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