Catalyze. Connect. Transform:
Local Habitat, Fire, Water Resilience for Thriving Communities
2026 LCW Annual Conference
Rush Creek Lodge, Yosemite National Park
November 10-13, 2026
2026 Registration
2026 Agenda
Full Agenda Coming Soon
2026 Pre-Conference Workshops (Nov 6-9)
Registration Now Open. Additional activities may be added.
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The Good Fire Cultural Burn is an immersive, multi-day experience focused on traditional ecological knowledge, cultural burning practices, and returning good fire to the landscape.
Dates: Nov 6th - 8th, 2026
Facilitator: Hon. Ron Goode
Location: Red Tail Ranch - 22307 Ferretti Rd, Groveland, CA 95321
What to Bring: Sturdy boots, a hat, safety eyewear, a reusable water bottle, and earplugs (if sensitive to chainsaws or heavy equipment).
What to Wear: Stick to 100% natural fibers (cotton, wool, denim, or leather). For safety reasons, do not wear synthetic materials like spandex, polyester, or anything easily flammable.
Note: sack lunch provided all days
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Explore downstream benefits, hydrologic functions, and practical restoration techniques connecting fire management to water flows.
Dates: Nov 9th, 2026
Facilitator: Brock Dolman
Location: To be announced
Note: sack lunch provided for field trip session
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An interactive session dedicated to building collaborative relationships, community resilience, and cross-sector trust.
Dates: Nov 9th, 2026
Facilitator: Anne LaForti
Location: Rush Creek Lodge Yosemite - 34001 Highway 120, Groveland, California, United States, 95321
Note: sack lunch provided for field trip session
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We will reflect on how nature connection can help us re-remember our ancestral knowledge and reconnect to our own inner wisdom.
Dates: Nov 9th, 2026
Facilitator: To be announced
Location: Rush Creek Lodge Yosemite - 34001 Highway 120, Groveland, California, United States, 95321
Note: sack lunch provided for field trip session
Book Your Stay
Lodging discounts available through registration link below.
Reserve your rooms online or call (209) 379-2373
Rush Creek Lodge Code: 1109LCWRCL26 (works online or over the phone)
Evergreen Lodge Code: 1126EGLLCW (Works only over the phone)
LCW Group Rates:
Lodge King: $221/night
Lodge Double Queen: $221/night
Suites: $264/night
Villas: $293/night
