Apr 20 Saturday
The derby is the annual fundraiser for the Neal Taylor Nature Center at Cachuma Lake, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization. There is good news for all types of anglers. This year’s Fish Derby will again include prize categories for multiple types of fish such as crappie, bass, catfish, trout, and carp. The prize pool has been increased this year which means everyone has a chance to win great cash prizes, fishing gear, and more. Over $5000 in cash prizes guaranteed. For more information, call or email at: (805) 693-8381fishderby@clnaturecenter.org
April 20th marks the 7th annual Atascadero Citywide Yard Sale with registration fees going toward upcoming improvements to Joy Playground! With 120+ yard sales in past years and bargain hunters coming from throughout California, this will not be an event to miss. Registration offers the chance to be listed on a digital map featuring sales throughout the city. A printed map will be available in the April 18th issue of Atascadero News.$20 household / $30 multiple household / $40 businessTo learn more and register, visit: www.atascaderoyardsale.com.
Join the Habitat for Humanity SLO County ReStores as we celebrate Earth Day 2024. Special sale areas at the SLO and Paso Robles locations. Let's keep items out of the landfill this Earth Day.SLO ReStore: 2790 Broad Street, San Luis ObispoPaso Robles ReStore: 844 9th Street, Paso Robles
Join the Morro Bay National Estuary Program for a cleanup in honor of Earth Day. Meet at Morro Rock any time from 9:00 to 10:30 am. All ages welcome, and supplies will be provided. Learn more at mbnep.eventbrite.com.
The Clay Studio in Los Osos is offering a private workshop on local wild/native clay. This is an approx. three hour exploration on identifying, harvesting, and sculpting with our extremely abundant natural resource: Clay. Learn applications such as adobe, cobb, rammed earth, and natural earth renders.*Book a class any day of the week that works for you to come out. We work by donation. Suggested donation: $75 limit three people. Call to book: 805.602.2767
Give back to the Earth by helping restore riparian habitat surrounding Centennial Creek. Centennial Creek is a tributary to the Salinas River, which is critical habitat for Southern Steelhead Trout, a local threatened species. Helping to restore the floodplain of Centennial Creek will improve water quality of the creek, create better habitat for local wildlife, and overall improve the health of the Upper Salinas River Watershed. We will be removing invasive plants, adding mulch around native plants, and cleaning trash out of the creek and culverts. Volunteers will learn about local native plants and stormwater management. No previous experience necessary.Please bring sun/rain protection, water, long sleeves and pants, and closed-toe shoes. Tools, water, snacks and gloves will be provided. Please email sara.goel@ccc.ca.gov with any questions or concerns.
In 1989, a small group walking tour of the downtown area began being led by highly knowledgeable volunteer docents. These Saturday tours focused on architectural styles, significant and historic buildings, aesthetics, past and present building usage, and landscape history. To this day, tours are available every Saturday and Sunday at 10 am led by our dedicated and knowledgeable group of volunteer docents. Join us for a weekend tour or ask about how to become a tour docent yourself!Reservations are recommended as a courtesy to our docents. Reserve online at afsb.org.
This is a community seed exchange. Bring your extra seeds, surplus seedlings, cuttings and plants that you would like to share with other gardeners. The library will provide some seedlings to share. Not a gardener? Come and get some seeds or seedlings to give it a try. All experience levels are welcome.
Join forces with more than 75 SLO County wineries on April 20 and 21 to raise funds for Woods Humane Society. You can help four-legged friends in need whether you’re near or far. Visit www.wine4paws.com to see who’s participating. Make your tasting plans and reservations where needed, or if you wish to stay close to home, plan for some online shopping April 20-21 and take advantage of great shipping deals. When you make a purchase that weekend, you’ll help raise money for Woods. Wine 4 Paws - “Helping homeless pets, one glass at a time.” Visit www.wine4paws.com for more info.
Are you overwhelmed and confused by the 411-page DEIR regarding the BESS proposed on the Embarcadero in Morro Bay? Where to start? Begin with our workshops: the two public workshops (April 20 & May 11), will provide a short orientation, study materials, resources and helpful tips for making your letter effective. We are a group of concerned Morro Bay citizens who have formed a committee to aid their neighbors in writing comments to the Draft Environmental Impact Report (DEIR) for the BESS project.Anyone who wishes to preserve the safety, natural resources, economy and character of Morro Bay is welcome. It is not necessary to be a Morro Bay voter to comment on the DEIR. Space is limited, please pre-register. Bring your own questions, enthusiasm, laptop, pen, pencil, paper and phone. Please RSVP to Jeanne Marie Colby by TEXT: (650) 773-1381