Backcountry Planting- Wind Wolves Preserve

Thu Jan 29 2026 at 09:00 am to 12:30 pm UTC-08:00

Wind Wolves Preserve | Bakersfield

The Wildlands Conservancy  |  Wind Wolves Preserve
Publisher/HostThe Wildlands Conservancy | Wind Wolves Preserve
Backcountry Planting-  Wind Wolves Preserve Join Wind Wolves staff as we plant native trees and shrubs in the backcountry!
About this Event

Work alongside our Rangers as we restore native habitat by planting native shrubs in the backcountry at Wind Wolves Preserve!


About this event
  • Event lasts 3 hours

Reservations required.

Check in at the Administrative Center by 8:45 am. NO LATE ARRIVALS OR EARLY DEPARTURES. The project area is located approximately 30 minutes from the Administrative Center, beyond several locked gates and will require a staff escort to access. No restroom facilities will be available on-site.

Recommended for ages 7 and up. Space is limited. Minors (under the age of 18) must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. All participants will be required to sign waivers during check-in.

Please note this event is subject to cancellation due to hazardous conditions.

This program is funded by the Outdoor Equity Grants Program, created through AB 209 and administered by California State Parks, Office of Grants and Local Services.


Suggested Items to Bring

  • weather appropriate clothing (check the weather)
  • long pants (protect yourself from ticks)
  • closed-toe shoes (ankle length hiking boots recommended)
  • Gaiters (protect yourself from foxtails & other dry grasses)
  • sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
  • gardening gloves (limited supply available)
  • water/electrolytes
  • snacks


SAFETY

• Remember to bring enough water and snacks for each person and pet in your group (it is recommended you bring 1 liter for every 2 hours /person).

• Water bottle refill stations are located at The Crossing and The Willows restroom (depending on your program, you may encounter 1 or both of these restrooms).


Free camping is available by reservation! Call Wind Wolves Preserve at (661) 858-1115 or email [email protected] for questions and more information.

Follow our social media ( and ) @windwolvespreserve to learn about other upcoming programs!


SUPPORT OUR MISSION

This event is free, but please consider a donation to support The Wildlands Conservancy's mission! Donations can be made . All donations go directly to The Wildlands Conservancy and help support free public access, youth education, interpretative programs, and habitat restoration projects! You can select where you would like your donation to be allocated in the drop-down menu.


ABOUT US

Wind Wolves Preserve is a 93,000-acre nature preserve located approximately 30 miles south of Bakersfield, and is owned and operated by The Wildlands Conservancy. The Preserve is open to the public daily and visitors can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, camping, or attend a staff led program, all free of charge.

The Wildlands Conservancy is a private, non-profit organization that owns and stewards more than 25 preserves along the west coast. Our mission is "To preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the earth and to provide programs so that children may know the wonder and joy of nature." To learn about the Conservancy's guiding principles, ways to get involved, upcoming events at various preserves, and inspire others to protect nature's beauty, visit our website at wildlandsconservancy.org.


Event Photos
Event Photos
Event Photos
Event Photos
Event Photos

Event Venue

Wind Wolves Preserve, 16019 Hwy 166, Bakersfield, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00

Icon
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

Ask AI if this event suits you:

More Events in Bakersfield

Shelf Help Volunteer Event - BZP Bakersfield
Wed, 28 Jan at 03:00 pm Shelf Help Volunteer Event - BZP Bakersfield

616 Grace St

Bakersfield Condors vs. Abbotsford Canucks
Thu, 29 Jan at 04:00 pm Bakersfield Condors vs. Abbotsford Canucks

Dignity Health Arena

Ladies Night Out- Glitz & Glam
Thu, 29 Jan at 06:00 pm Ladies Night Out- Glitz & Glam

Wine Me Up

2026 CA Holstein State Convention
Fri, 30 Jan at 09:00 am 2026 CA Holstein State Convention

Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center

HR Bootcamp 2026 (Bakersfield)
Fri, 30 Jan at 09:00 am HR Bootcamp 2026 (Bakersfield)

Valley Baptist Church Fruitvale Campus

Abbotsford Canucks at Bakersfield Condors at Dignity Health Arena
Fri, 30 Jan at 07:00 pm Abbotsford Canucks at Bakersfield Condors at Dignity Health Arena

Dignity Health Arena

Bakersfield is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Bakersfield Events