EPFW volunteers have fun, collect data, raise money, and connect with the community. Come and have a good time with us!

Valentine’s Day reception and press conference. February 14, 2008, 1:00pm at Murphys Library. Representatives from several businesses will be honored for their commitment and leadership. The honorees will speak about the relationship of clearcutting to them and their businesses. .

VALENTINES DAY CONCERT

Every February EPFW puts on a concert at the Black Bart Theater in Murphys. Come hear great bands and get an update on our recent work. Bring a friend!

6th annual Love the Forest Valentine's Concert in 2008

Love the Forest is always a memorable evening of fun with a drawing and great live music for all ages, this year featuring Schiraz, Bill Wells and the Tour Guides. Originally formed by Ron Schaner and Erin Ross, Schiraz blends old and new, from jazz to 60's lounge and folk. Erin's smokey vocals add color and sparkle to Ron's guitar and John Kikagawa's stand-up bass and make a perfect mixture for your listening pleasure.Guitar and vocal virtuoso Bill Welles gently yet powerfully moves his audiences with his beautiful blend of inspiring finger-picking and intimate vocals. From James Taylor to The Supremes, he takes songs where they've never been before, with passion and joy, plus his original material is poignant and magical. The Tour Guides featuring Michela Macfarlane will transport you to another destination, with their renditions of numerous timeless songs. Whether it is bossa nova, rock, country, or jazz, their groove will move you. Michela Macfarlane turns the mundane into the sublime with one turn of phrase. She adds an international flavor with her ability to sing in many languages. Michela is backed up by an eclectic group of local musicians, including Fred Treece on lead guitar, Tim Fay on bass, Sam Nilsen on drums, and Ron Schaner on guitar.

When: Saturday, February 16th at 7:00pm
Where: The Black Bart Playhouse 580 Algiers in Murphys
Cost: $15 (Seniors and Students $12) in advance or $20 at the door
Tickets Now available:
In Angels Camp: Aeolian Harp
In Arnold: The Bistro, Highland Books & The Acoustic Attic
In Camp Connell: The General Store
In Murphys: Sustenance Books & Murphys Music Company

WILD & SCENIC ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL

EPFW has hosted the The Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival since 2004. The film festival screens amazing environmental and adventure films that highlight the natural beauty surrounding us. Visit the film festival web site for schedules, films, events and more.

6th Annual Patagonia presents the Wild & Scenic Enviornmental Film Festival on Tour in 2008

Stay tuned for the 2008 film festival news. For more information please visit www.sierrafilmfest.org.

WATER MONITORING

EPFW assists the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Council with monitoring of water quality on the Tuolumne River Watershed.


The Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Council was originally formed with a state Proposition 204 grant in the spring of 2000. The council originally met on an intermittent basis. Since May of 2003, the group has refocused its efforts on water quality, watershed planning, watershed assessment/restoration, and public outreach and education on the Upper Mokelumne River, Dry Creek, and Upper Calaveras River watersheds. The council meets on a monthly basis. The mission of the council is: To establish a collaborative decision-making body and a forum composed of all parties with a vested interest, including local residents, agricultural, timber and other commercial entities, recreational users, and public agencies. We shall work to restore and maintain the Upper Mokelumne River watershed in a manner that ensures sustainable environmental, economic, educational, cultural, recreational, and water quality benefits for present and future generations.

About the Upper Mokelumne River Watershed Council:
Contact: Terry Strange, Watershed Coordinator Watershed: Mokelumne
Address: 235 New York Ranch Road, Suite D, Jackson CA 95642
County: Amador, Calaveras, & Alpine; Sub-Region: East & South Central
Type: Multi-Stakeholder Collaborative Group
Phone: 209.257.1851 ext 105 Fax: 209.257.0910
Email: strangeaqua@volcano.net

To join us:

Meet us on the following Saturdays at the Dorrington Hotel, on Hwy 4 in Dorrington. See calendar for dates.

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ADOPT A HIGHWAY

Adopt A Highway provides EPFW an opportunity to be recognized for sponsoring a section of Highway 4 in Dorrington. By giving to our community, EPFW gains recognition from thousands of potential customers driving by our sign every day, benefits from a favorable image in the local community and leave an everlasting, positive impression on the environment, the community, and potential customers

To join us:

Meet at the Dorrington Hotel on Thursdays at 10:00 AM. See calendar for dates.