Redlands Conservancy

Second Tuesday Speaker Series on June 9
Redlands Conservancy's speaker series at Historic Asistencia continues on Tuesday, June 9 with a program about possibly the most historic road in the entire East San Bernardino Valley - Mission Road in Loma Linda. Regional historian Jim Shipp will present the program titled "“Frink Adobe: The Funny Little Street that Changed History.” Shipp is the Project Manager for the Frink Adobe Restoration Project for Two Canyons Conservancy. One of the best-preserved remnants of Loma Linda’s history, the Frink Adobe was built in the mid-1870s along today’s Mission Road. Shipp will reveal the set of events that turned Mission Road into a roadmap of our history, from ancient times to modern developments. Frink Adobe was one of the main features of the road, and its site has the oldest producing citrus grove in the valley. Second Tuesday programs start at 6:30pm with refreshments and 7pm for the program. They are free and open to the public; registration is required at http://www.redlandsconservancy.org/second-tuesday-speaker-series/.

Big Doin's Tomorrow

It's the Earth Day Celebration tomorrow -
At Asistencia: several workshops and demonstrations, put on by Master Gardeners; check out the selection and register at redlandsearthday.org/participate. At Smiley Park in downtown Redlands: noon to 3pm - tables to visit and talks to listen to. Stop by Redlands Conservancy's table and pick up maps and info cards and visit with our staff.
It's all free - no need to spend any money to celebrate Earth!

All You Active Volunteers: SAVE THE DATE!

Are you an active volunteer for Redlands Conservancy? Outdoor Ambassadors, Events Committee, Land Trust Cabinet and Trail Care Crew, Gateway Ranch, San Timoteo Nature Sanctuary, Historic Preservation Council,
A-Team, Board of Directors? You are invited to the Second Annual Volunteer Appreciation Day at Redlands Conservancy's Historic Asistencia on Saturday, May 9, from 11am to 1pm. Lunch, entertainment, beverages, and special treats. This will be your special day to be recognized for making all of Redlands Conservancy's work happen. Some supporters are the donors, some are the doers - many are both! We thank you, and we must show our gratitude! You will receive an invitation in your email in the next few weeks.

Canyon Fest: Live Bands at Gateway Ranch

It's our second Party for the Necklace for 2026, and it will be splendid! Two live bands on stage in the Jeff Waldron Pavilion at the ranch main campus, providing the magic of live music in an open-air setting. No-host food trucks - TheFoodResearch Italian Pizza catering, and Lupe's Tacos - Happy Camper Creamery ice cream, popcorn and cotton candy. A guided hike on one of the trails staged at Gateway Ranch. Guided walk through Gateway Native Plant Demonstration Gardens. A Campari Bar, beer by Ritual Brewing Company, sodas and plenty of water. It all happens on Saturday, April 18, between 3:30 and dusk. Come to Canyon Fest and soak in the magic. Make reservations at redlandsconservancy.org/parties-for-the-necklace/. $35 per person, children under 18 are free. Tickets are available now.

Outdoor Experience Workshops

Register at http://www.redlandsconservancy.org/outdoor-experience-workshops/ - at Gateway Ranch, 31313 Live Oak Canyon Road - times vary - all programs free and open to the public

April 11, 5:00pm - Shooting the Beauty of Nature: the Art of Nature Photography - Caroline McAllister
May 16, 9:30am - Happy Kids; Happy Hikes - Hiking with Kids - Leslie Scofield
June 20, 7:30pm - Summer Night Skies - Wizard of the Stars, Dave Maupin
July 29, 7pm - Summer Night Hike
September (date TBA) - How to be a Citizen Scientist
October 10, 10am - How Live Oak Canyon Was Saved: History of Live Oak Canyon - Sherli Leonard