On March 3, 2026, California State Parks Foundation’s Parkside Chats Series webinar explored climate resilience in California’s desert state parks. Parkside Chats is our virtual event series that highlights the people and programs working to protect and strengthen California’s state parks.
We were joined by Natural Resources Park Aide Elizabeth “Levi” Freed, Environmental Scientist Luis DeVera, and District Senior Environmental Scientist Christopher Hon of California State Parks. Together, they shared insights on the climate challenges facing desert ecosystems, with a focus on Arthur B. Ripley Desert Woodland State Park.
We were grateful to host this conversation and highlight the important stewardship work helping protect California’s desert landscapes.
About Parkside Chats
It’s our newest virtual event series, designed to bring the best of California’s state parks to a wider audience and create opportunities to learn and engage. The goal is to bring together park lovers, experts, and community voices. Parkside Chats will highlight conservation, history, climate resilience, and access to parks.
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Programs like Parkside Chats are made possible thanks to the generosity of our members and supporters. If you found this webinar valuable, please consider becoming a member or making a donation to help us continue hosting meaningful conversations that honor and uplift the diverse stories.
