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Upcoming Events

  • Refuge Workday at Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge!
    Refuge Workday at Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge!
    Sat, Sep 23
    Sign up for location
    Sep 23, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Sign up for location
    Sep 23, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Sign up for location
    Come help us volunteer on a wildlife refuge and maybe even see some condors!
  • Wildlife 2 Watts
    Wildlife 2 Watts
    Sat, Oct 14
    Los Angeles
    Oct 14, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Los Angeles, 1335 E 103rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90002, USA
    Oct 14, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Los Angeles, 1335 E 103rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90002, USA
    Join 3rd Rock Hip Hop and the National Wildlife Federation as we kick off Urban Wildlife Week with Wildlife 2 Watts! This event includes the opportunity to interact with native wildlife ambassadors, musical performances, art activities, and more.
  • Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Wed, Oct 18
    Ventura USFWS Office
    Oct 18, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    Oct 18, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    The Friends of California Condors Wild & Free monthly board meeting. This is where we do the planning, make the decisions & have the discussions that help us support the Condor Recovery Program. In-person & video. All welcome. Email fccwf@friendsofcondors.org for information.
  • P-22 Day Festival at Griffith Park 2023
    P-22 Day Festival at Griffith Park 2023
    Sun, Oct 22
    Griffith Park
    Oct 22, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Griffith Park, 4800 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
    Oct 22, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Griffith Park, 4800 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
    Hey Cougar fans! Get ready to mark your calendars because, on Sunday October 22, 2023, we will be at the eighth annual P-22 Day Festival! 😻 It’s FREE and open to the public.
  • National Wildlife Refuge Work Party
    National Wildlife Refuge Work Party
    Sat, Oct 28
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Oct 28, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Oct 28, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Our monthly volunteer event each month at the Condor Wildlife Refuges. We could sure use all the help we can to make the refuge a better place. This is the best way to guarantee getting on refuge and possibly seeing some condors. Let us know if you can join us. Thanks!
  • Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Wed, Nov 15
    Ventura USFWS Office
    Nov 15, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    Nov 15, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    The Friends of California Condors Wild & Free monthly board meeting. This is where we do the planning, make the decisions & have the discussions that help us support the Condor Recovery Program. In-person & video. All welcome. Email fccwf@friendsofcondors.org for information.
  • Saving Species day at the Santa Barbara Zoo
    Saving Species day at the Santa Barbara Zoo
    Sun, Nov 19
    Santa Barbara
    Nov 19, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
    Nov 19, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
    Learn about local endangered species and how you can help them. Red-legged frogs, Western monarch butterflies, and other local animals take the spotlight, and you’ll enjoy keeper talks and interactive games.

Past Events

  • Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Wed, Sep 20
    Ventura USFWS Office
    Sep 20, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    Sep 20, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    The Friends of California Condors Wild & Free monthly board meeting. This is where we do the planning, make the decisions & have the discussions that help us support the Condor Recovery Program. In-person & video. All welcome. Email fccwf@friendsofcondors.org for information.
  • Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Sep 16
    Bitter Creek Sign
    Sep 16, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Bitter Creek Sign, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Sep 16, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Bitter Creek Sign, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Join Friends of California Condors Wild & Free at our viewing booth on Hudson Ranch Road where it runs through Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge! This is an opportunity for guests to learn about California Condors and possibly see some out in the wild! More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • International Vulture Awareness Day at the Santa Barbara Zoo
    International Vulture Awareness Day at the Santa Barbara Zoo
    Sat, Sep 02
    Santa Barbara
    Sep 02, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
    Sep 02, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
    Celebrate International Vulture Awareness Day at the Zoo with fun and educational activities about nature's cleanup crew. Learn fun facts about local vulture species, including the Zoo’s California condor and turkey vulture. Free with Zoo admission or membership.
  • Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Sep 02
    Bitter Creek Sign
    Sep 02, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Bitter Creek Sign, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Sep 02, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Bitter Creek Sign, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Join Friends of California Condors Wild & Free at our viewing booth on Hudson Ranch Road where it runs through Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge! This is an opportunity for guests to learn about California Condors and possibly see some out in the wild! More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • Wild Talks - Saving the California Condor
    Wild Talks - Saving the California Condor
    Wed, Aug 30
    Santa Barbara
    Aug 30, 5:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 2559 Puesta Del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
    Aug 30, 5:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 2559 Puesta Del Sol, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, USA
    On August 30th, join us for an engaging lecture that will immerse you in the compelling world of one of North America's most iconic and endangered birds: The California Condor. You will learn all about their captivating history, their current status, and the California Condor Recovery Program.
  • National Wildlife Refuge Work Party
    National Wildlife Refuge Work Party
    Sat, Aug 26
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Aug 26, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Aug 26, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Our monthly volunteer event for August at the Condor Wildlife Refuges. We could sure use all the help we can get to make the refuge a better place. This is the best way to guarantee getting on a refuge and possibly seeing some condors. Let us know if you can join us. Thanks!
  • CANCELED DUE TO HIGH WINDS!- Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    CANCELED DUE TO HIGH WINDS!- Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Aug 19
    Location is TBD
    Aug 19, 11:48 AM – 3:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Aug 19, 11:48 AM – 3:00 PM
    Location is TBD
    Canceled due to high winds More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Wed, Aug 16
    Ventura USFWS Office
    Aug 16, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    Aug 16, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    The Friends of California Condors Wild & Free monthly board meeting. This is where we do the planning, make the decisions & have the discussions that help us support the Condor Recovery Program. In-person & video. All welcome. Email fccwf@friendsofcondors.org for information.
  • Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Aug 05
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd
    Aug 05, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Aug 05, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Join Friends of California Condors Wild & Free at our viewing booth on Hudson Ranch Road where it runs through Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge! This is an opportunity for guests to learn about California Condors and possibly see some out in the wild! More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Wed, Jul 19
    Ventura USFWS Office
    Jul 19, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    Jul 19, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    The Friends of California Condors Wild & Free monthly board meeting. This is where we do the planning, make the decisions, and have the discussions that help us best support the Condor Recovery Program. Interested in getting involved? Email fccwf@friendsofcondors.org for information.
  • Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Jul 15
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd
    Jul 15, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Jul 15, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Join Friends of California Condors Wild & Free at our viewing booth on Hudson Ranch Road where it runs through Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge! This is an opportunity for guests to learn about California Condors and possibly see some out in the wild! More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • Ventura July 4th Street Fair
    Ventura July 4th Street Fair
    Tue, Jul 04
    Main St, Ventura, CA, USA
    Jul 04, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Main St, Ventura, CA, USA
    Jul 04, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Main St, Ventura, CA, USA
    Join us sharing the love of condors with attendees at this year's event. Enjoy an an artisan street fair, a car exhibit, food trucks, live entertainment, and more. Attendees will also be able to enjoy many of Downtown's local shops and outdoor dining as part of Main Street Moves.
  • Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Jul 01
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd
    Jul 01, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Jul 01, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Join Friends of California Condors Wild & Free at our viewing booth on Hudson Ranch Road where it runs through Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge! This is an opportunity for guests to learn about California Condors and possibly see some out in the wild! More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • Chatsworth Nature Preserve Open Day
    Chatsworth Nature Preserve Open Day
    Sat, Jun 24
    9301 Valley Circle Blvd, Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA
    Jun 24, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    9301 Valley Circle Blvd, Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA
    Jun 24, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    9301 Valley Circle Blvd, Chatsworth, CA 91311, USA
    Come celebrate nature with Guided Nature Hikes, Live Animal Exhibitions, & Community Resource Fair. We will staff the educational booth & talk to folks about condors.  There will also be opportunities to enjoy activities: Guided Nature Hikes, Native American Storytelling, Food Trucks, and More!
  • National Wildlife Refuge Work Party
    National Wildlife Refuge Work Party
    Sat, Jun 24
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Jun 24, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Jun 24, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    At Bitter Creek or Hopper Mt. NWR
    Our monthly volunteer event for June at the Condor Wildlife Refuges. We could sure use all the help we can get to make the refuge a better place. This is the best way to guarantee getting on a refuge and possibly seeing some condors. Let us know if you can join us. Thanks!
  • Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Friends of CA Condors Wild & Free Board Meeting
    Wed, Jun 21
    Ventura USFWS Office
    Jun 21, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    Jun 21, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM PDT
    Ventura USFWS Office, 2493 Portola Rd, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
    The Friends of California Condors Wild & Free monthly board meeting. This is where we do the planning, make the decisions & have the discussions that help us best support the Condor Recovery Program. In-person & video. Interested? Email fccwf@friendsofcondors.org for information.
  • Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Bitter Creek Roadside Condor Viewing Booth
    Sat, Jun 17
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd
    Jun 17, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Jun 17, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, 30018 Hudson Ranch Rd, Maricopa, CA 93252, USA
    Join Friends of California Condors Wild & Free at our viewing booth on Hudson Ranch Road where it runs through Bitter Creek National Wildlife Refuge! This is an opportunity for guests to learn about California Condors and possibly see some out in the wild! More info: kiosk@friendsofcondors.org
  • World Oceans Day at the Santa Barbara Zoo
    World Oceans Day at the Santa Barbara Zoo
    Sun, Jun 11
    Santa Barbara
    Jun 11, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
    Jun 11, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Santa Barbara, 500 Ninos Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, USA
    Join us at SB Zoo World Ocean Day! Learn how protecting 30% of the earth’s waterways, lands & oceans by 2030 can maintain healthy oceans with abundant wildlife & stabilize the climate. Learn about snowy plovers, otters & penguins with keeper talks, animal encounters & ocean-themed activities.
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