Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods is pleased to announce our 2025 UC Climate Stewards Certification course for adults interested in climate science, interpretation, and action. Climate Stewards is the newest initiative from the University of California Cooperative Extension. In this program you will learn more about the science of climate change, how to communicate more effectively about this issue, and how to help your community adapt to climate challenges.
The course will be on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:30 pm on zoom starting September 9th.
Course Overview
The UC Climate Stewards seeks to foster a committed corps of volunteers ready to effectively engage in transformative local solutions to promote community and ecosystem resilience in a changing climate. The UC Climate Stewards course will introduce you to social-emotional learning and trauma-aware practices, climate change communication, climate science, and community resilience planning. In this interactive course you will practice the skills you need to work with others on finding climate solutions. The course curriculum will combine themes of communication, community engagement and climate science with guest lecturers, field trips, and project-based learning to immerse you in the dynamics of your local community.
After completing online coursework and a final capstone project you will receive certification from the University of California, and participants are eligible for academic credits through UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education for an additional nominal fee. As a Certified Climate Steward, you will become part of a statewide network working to promote community and ecosystem resilience for California’s future. To learn more about this initiative, visit UCANR’s Climate Stewards page. Registration closes before the first class.
Instructors: Cathy Johnson (Environmental Scientist and Educator) [email protected] and guest lecturers. For more information please contact Stewards at (707) 869-9177 ext.1
WHEN: Tuesday evenings, September 9th – October 28, 2025, 6:30 – 8:30 pm.
WHERE: Weekly classes on Zoom. In-person field trips in Sonoma County to be determined, with option for self-guided field trips.
COST: $250 tuition, active volunteers tuition $175 Contact [email protected] to determine your eligibility.
Course Schedule: Click here for the course syllabus. Course handbook can be purchased in our e-store.
Payment/refund policy:
1/2 payment due at registration. Balance is due by September 2nd. Registrants may cancel up to one week before the first day of instruction for a refund, subject to 10% processing fee.
Stewards of the Coast and Redwoods welcome individuals of all abilities. If you require accommodations to participate in this event, please contact us at 707-869-9177 ex 2 or at [email protected] at least 5 days in advance so we can make arrangements.
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