Save the Date for Upcoming Events!
The West Mono Basin Project is a collaborative effort to restore forest health and reduce wildfire risk to our communities. We invite you to explore the landscapes we all share and learn how to manage risk to your property. This series of events offer two field trips and one wildfire resilience workshop. Select an event below to learn more. Reserve your space by following the RSVP link in each event.
Date: August 15, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
RSVP: Events are free to attend. Please RSVP so we can capture an accurate head count. RSVP Here.
Meeting location: June Lake Junction
What to Expect at the Event: We will be meeting at June Lake Junction at 10am sharp. From there, we will consolidate vehicles and travel in convoy to a couple of locations to explore the current state of the forest and riparian areas. Parking space in the field is limited, so please carpool with friends or neighbors where possible. 4wd or AWD vehicles are required to access the sites. Field Trips will be lead by Forest Service staff and supported by the Whitebark Institute environmental planning team. Please be prepared to walk from 1-4 miles over the course of the two hour trip.
What to Bring:
- Camera
- Drinking Water
- A sun hat, long sleeves, and sunglasses
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Snacks
Date: August 22, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Meeting location: June Lake Junction
RSVP: Events are free to attend. Please RSVP so we can capture an accurate head count. RSVP Here.
Meeting location: June Lake Junction
What to Expect: We will be meeting at June Lake Junction at 10am sharp. From there, we will consolidate vehicles and travel in convoy to a couple of locations to explore the current state of the Aspen forests and riparian areas. Parking space in the field is limited, so please carpool with friends or neighbors where possible. 4wd or AWD vehicles are required to access the sites. Field Trips will be lead by Forest Service staff and supported by the Whitebark Institute environmental planning team. Please be prepared to walk from 1-4 miles over the course of the two hour trip.
What to Bring:
- Camera
- Drinking Water
- A sun hat, long sleeves, and sunglasses
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Snacks
Date: October 10, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lee Vining Community Center
RSVP: Events are free to attend. Please RSVP so we can capture an accurate head count. RSVP Here.
What to Expect: The Wildfire Resilience Workshop will be facilitated by Whitebark Institute and supported by project partners. The first half of the event will feature a panel led by the U.S. Forest Service alongside regional utility and agency partners to discuss wildfire behavior, lessons learned from past fires, and current conditions impacting local communities. Part 2 will be lead by Kristen Pfeiler of Eastern Sierra Council of Governments, who will walk property owners through actionable steps to manage risk on their land. She will also share details on upcoming home inspection initiatives across the Mono Basin to help residents prepare their properties. Light refreshments will be provided.
What to Bring:
- Your questions about wildfire preparedness
- Pen & paper for taking notes
- Neighbors & friends! Wildfire resilience is a community effort!