Ventura County
Education Programs
The Ventura County Resource Conservation District believes that education and appreciation leads to responsible stewardship. By connecting all communities to our environmental resources we hope to foster future conservationists.
We offer several forms of educational programing.
- Tabling at various events
- Offering field trips
- Providing presentations to local community groups
- Working with schools to offer on site experience based learning
- Coordinating various learning opportunities, such as guided hikes, webinars, and speaker panels.
To learn more email Heidi.Ortloff@vcrcd.org
Programs
VCRCD staff are available to talk to any age group about pollinator conservation efforts in Ventura County. To request a presentation email Heidi.Ortloff@vcrcd.org
VCRCD created a learning database for educators, parents, and interested residents.
The VCRCD offers scheduled webinars, guided hikes, and speaking engagements concerning wildfire safety. Check our Calendar to view upcoming events or email Kevin.Mason@vcrcd.org
The Summer Camp for Agriculture Families program is facilitated through a nonprofit partner and will begin in Summer 2026. Stay tuned for more details!
We organize the California Coastal Cleanup Day efforts in Ventura County. Visit our website to learn about California Coastal Cleanup Day and sign up for notifications or register to be a site captain!
We are happy to attend school career fairs, public events, fairs, and other events throughout Ventura County.
To request a table email Heidi.Ortloff@vcrcd.org
VCRCD staff are available to present on many of our various programs. To request a speaker or learn more email Heidi.Ortloff@vcrcd.org
VCRCD serves as the coordinator for the Ventura River Watershed Council.
VCRCD serves as the coordinator for the Santa Clara River Watershed Committee.
Previous Programs
The Santa Paula Coastal Access Program was funded by the California Coastal Commission between 2022-2024. The funding allowed VCRCD to take Santa Paula 5th graders to various field trips along the coastline after school.
Students enjoyed recreational activities such as biking, whale watching, birding, hiking, and nature journaling.
Together with Friends of the Santa Clara River VCRCD developed an outdoor classroom near the Fillmore Fish Hatchery, restored native vegetation to the connected nature trail, and hosted several after school lessons to local students.
