# Event Details - **Event Name**: California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Explore California’s coastal wildlands and offshore islands through an immersive, place-based field experience designed for curious adults.About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/87e32f00-fcad-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w987-h740-dc76a8ea-gmir.jpg California Wildlands & Waters Field CourseChannel Islands RegionMay 12–17 | Southern California Coast & Channel IslandsExplore California’s coastal wildlands and offshore islands through an immersive, place-based field experience designed for curious adults.This six-day field course with Teranga Wildlife focuses on the ecological connections between land, water, and wildlife, with extended time in the field, guided observation, and opportunities to slow down and really read the landscape.This is a meet-on-site field course (not a caravan-style road trip). Participants arrive independently and travel together during the program. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/88081c20-fcad-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w1110-h740-dc75a6db-gmir.jpg What We’ll ExploreSedgwick Reserve (UC Natural Reserve System)Begin the course in California’s inland coastal region, exploring oak savanna, chaparral, and grassland ecosystems. Learn how Mediterranean climate systems, geology, and landform shape ecological patterns that extend offshore to the Channel Islands.Santa Barbara Botanic GardenStudy California native plant communities as a foundation for island ecology. Observe coastal sage scrub, chaparral, oak woodland, riparian systems, and Channel Islands plant species while practicing pattern recognition and comparative observation.Santa Barbara Museum of Natural HistoryExplore the geological and cultural history of the Channel Islands, including marine terraces, fossils, seabird ecology, marine food webs, and Chumash maritime culture. This visit provides critical context for the island field days that follow.Tomol Worksite (Ventura)Visit a traditional tomol (plank canoe) construction site to learn about Chumash maritime knowledge, craftsmanship, and cultural continuity. This experience grounds the island crossings in living Indigenous ecological knowledge.Santa Cruz Island (Channel Islands National Park)Spend time immersed on the largest of the Channel Islands, exploring island biogeography, endemic species, coastal scrub, marine terraces, and canyon systems. The visit includes guided hiking, shoreline observation, and an overnight island camping experience.Anacapa Island (Channel Islands National Park)Explore Anacapa’s dramatic cliffs and marine environment, focusing on seabird nesting ecology, ocean currents, and the connections between marine productivity and island life. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/88387af0-fcad-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w1110-h740-dcd6c1a8-gmir.jpg Learning ThemesParticipants will engage with:Island biogeography and endemismCoastal and island plant communitiesMarine–terrestrial ecological connectionsMediterranean climate ecosystemsSeabird ecology and marine food websGeology, uplift, and marine terracesField journaling and naturalist observation skillsIndigenous maritime knowledge and cultural historyConservation and stewardship of protected lands https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/8868d9c0-fcad-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w987-h740-dcd5c5ab-gmir.jpg 🌿 California Naturalist Certification (Optional)There is an opportunity to earn California Naturalist certification with this program.To complete certification, participants attend:Three online sessions (May 6, 19 & 21 | 7:00–8:30 pm)Complete brief homework assignmentsParticipate in the full field courseAdd-on cost: $160 https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/88a40e00-fcad-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w1110-h740-dca1c3ed-gmir.jpg Trip DetailsDates: May 12–17Group size: LimitedAudience: AdultsNo pets, please.Participants should be prepared for early mornings, boat travel, uneven terrain, variable coastal weather (wind, fog, sun), and full days in the field.A detailed packing list and logistics guide will be provided after registration.Pricing$940 per person$160 optional California Naturalist certification add-onIncludes:Instruction by experienced naturalistsBoat tickets to the islandsCamping fees and lodgingMost mealsGuest presenters and guidesCourse materials and field instructionNot included:Transportation / gasCamping GearSnacksPersonal gearOvernight LocationsMay 12: Sedgewick ReserveMay 13: Santa Cruz Island (group camping)May 14–17: Sedgewick Reserve https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/88cb4510-fcad-11f0-875c-5f5594b18118-rimg-w987-h740-dc474632-gmir.jpg About Teranga RanchTeranga Ranch is a nonprofit organization dedicated to wildlife education, coexistence, and community science. Program fees directly support current and future educational initiatives.ScholarshipsA limited number of scholarships are available.To apply, email with a brief description of your interest and financial need. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/8900acf0-fcad-11f0-8b8b-755973891fa4-rimg-w555-h740-dc605e48-gmir.jpg Participation OptionsThis program is offered with two participation options.All participants take part in the same field experiences, lodging, meals, and instruction.Option 1: California Naturalist Certification TrackParticipants who choose certification will:Receive official UC California Naturalist certificationComplete required coursework, participatory science observations, and a stewardship projectPay the additional $160 UC California Naturalist certification fee (set by UC ANR)Option 2: Field Experience–Only TrackParticipants may also join the course without pursuing certification.This option is ideal for participants who want formal certification, volunteer tracking through UC ANR, and long-term engagement as a California Naturalist.Field Experience–Only participants:Participate fully in all field activities, excursions, lodging, meals, and instructionAre not required to complete certification paperwork, online surveys, or the UC stewardship projectDo not pay the additional $160 UC certification feeThis option is ideal for participants who want a deep, immersive learning experience but do not need formal certification.Important Notes:Both participation options share the same daily schedule and field experiences. The difference is limited to certification requirements and UC ANR administrative fees.The UC California Naturalist certification fee ($160) applies only to participants pursuing certification and is paid separately from the course fee.This is a 5 day field trip- Eventbrite doesn't have an option to reflect this- we're sorry about that!California Naturalist Certification ALSO involves 3 online sessions: May 6, 19th and 21st from 7pm -8:30pm https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/89285930-fcad-11f0-8b8b-755973891fa4-rimg-w987-h740-dcabb0b6-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-ynez/california-wildlands-and-waters-field-course-channel-islands-region/100001981816875624 - **Event Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures, camping, virtual, sports, trekking - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 172.57, max: 1004.89, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Santa Ynez - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Sedgwick Reserve - **lat**: 34.6928067 - **long**: -120.0406397 - **full address**: Sedgwick Reserve, 3566 Brinkerhoff Avenue, Santa Ynez, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/cd984026d5584b940b5328fa46aa3803156b6a1c77031d55d8edc1756df42bef-rimg-w996-h747-dcbdd5f2-gmir.jpg?v=1769648280 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region being held? - **A:** California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region takes place on Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 17 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Sedgwick Reserve, 3566 Brinkerhoff Avenue, Santa Ynez, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region? - **A:** Ticket prices for California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region range from USD 173 to USD 1,005 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityField Course ParticipantUSD 1,005 + USD 65 feeAvailableCalifornia Naturalist Certification (Optional)USD 173 + USD 13 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region? - **A:** California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region is organized by Teranga Ranch. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "California Wildlands & Waters Field Course: Channel Islands Region", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/cd984026d5584b940b5328fa46aa3803156b6a1c77031d55d8edc1756df42bef-rimg-w996-h747-dcbdd5f2-gmir.jpg?v=1769648280", "startDate": "2026-05-12T09:00:00-07:00", "endDate": "2026-05-17T19:00:00-07:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-ynez/california-wildlands-and-waters-field-course-channel-islands-region/100001981816875624", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Sedgwick Reserve", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "3566 Brinkerhoff Avenue", "postalCode": "93460", "addressLocality": "Santa Ynez", "addressRegion": "CA", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "34.6928067", "longitude": "-120.0406397" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Explore California’s coastal wildlands and offshore islands through an immersive, place-based field experience designed for curious adults.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-29", "availabilityEnds": "2026-05-17T19:00:00-07:00", "validFrom": "2026-01-29", "lowPrice": "172.57", "highPrice": "1004.89", "price": "172.57", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-ynez/california-wildlands-and-waters-field-course-channel-islands-region/100001981816875624" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-ynez/california-wildlands-and-waters-field-course-channel-islands-region/100001981816875624", "price": "1004.89", "name": "Field Course Participant" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-29", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-29", "url": "https://allevents.in/santa-ynez/california-wildlands-and-waters-field-course-channel-islands-region/100001981816875624", "price": "172.57", "name": "California Naturalist Certification (Optional)" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Teranga Ranch", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/teranga-ranch/23455156", "description": "Teranga Ranch is a wildlife education organization dedicated to showing Californians the wonders of nature and fostering harmonious coexistence within it.Our mission takes us to schools, homeowners association meetings, and community gatherings, where we address pertinent wildlife issues and encourage humane alternatives to harmful methods such as poison, traps, or guns.Through community classes, enlightening workshops, and captivating field trips, we provide opportunities for everyone to embrace the wonders of wildlife, immerse themselves in nature, and discover the marvels of science.Teranga Ranch operates under the leadership of founder and Executive Director Dana Stangel, a respected and credentialed Biology teacher with a broad background in wildlife rehabilitation, animal rescue, and community outreach." } ] } ] ```