Remembering Jerry Kent - May you rest in peace. Jerry Kent was a treasure. His passing leaves an irreplaceable void in the Claremont Canyon Conservancy. He was not only a font of knowledge about the canyon, its history and the wildfire issue, but he was able to share his knowledge with anyone and everyone who wanted to know. We were so fortunate to have him with us for many great years. He will live on in our memories and in our hearts for years to come. Read more about Jerry Kent here.
July Happenings 2026
This fall, with the generous $100,000 Safer Canyon donations, the Conservancy seeks to remove eucalyptus trees from Garber Park’s Alvarado entrance and near Fireplace Plaza. The Conservancy is working closely with the City of Oakland to win approval for this project to remove hazardous vegetation. Take a look at our 2026 Spring Print Newsletter on our website to learn more about the project.
March Happenings 2026
RSVP for a fun Woodpecker Walk along the Panoramic Trail. Sunday, March 15 from 8am-12pm (noon). | The Claremont Canyon Conservancy is moving forward with the Safer Canyon Initiative. Read more about the work the Conservancy intends to undertake and take a look at the Vegetation Management Plan. | We have many volunteer opportunities in the canyon, in Garber Park, at Signpost 29, and on the Evergreen Path. Click here to volunteer.
January Happenings 2026
Thank you for a wonderful year! As we close out 2025 and begin 2026, we are pleased to take this opportunity to say thank you to everyone who has been involved with our organization. To our volunteers, students, scouts, and community residents; to our financial supporters both large or small; to area homeowners who are making their properties safer from wildfire; and to everyone who drives by our canyon and simply admires the beauty of our open space. Thank you for what you do to help keep Claremont Canyon a wonderful wildland preserve. We have had a busy and successful 2025 on all fronts, and with your help, we look forward to making 2026 equally rewarding.
December Happenings 2025
Around 70 community residents joined us at our 23rd annual meeting in November. Thanks to our featured speaker Fire Chief Colin Arnold of the Berkley Fire Department for joining us. And, thanks to those who have made a donation. This is the time of year when we ask our members and friends to renew their membership and make donations to the Conservancy. Your support helps fund our projects such as our volunteers events in the Canyon and in Garber Park. Click here to learn more. Wishing you all the best this holiday season and in the New Year!
