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Who We Are
Since 1990, Sonoma Ecology Center has worked to increase appreciation and stewardship of Sonoma Valley’s natural heritage and create measurable benefits in areas of land, water, climate change and biodiversity.
Vision
We envision a future where people, land, water, and wildlife thrive.
Mission
Our mission is to work with our community to identify and lead actions that achieve and sustain ecological health in Sonoma Valley.
2025 Community Impact Report
At the heart of our work is a simple but impactful belief: ecological health depends on people working together.
With deep gratitude for our donors, funders, staff, and volunteers, we are proud to share these recent achievements made through collaborative stewardship of Sonoma Valley’s natural resources, research, education, and bringing people together to work towards shared goals that benefit the future of Sonoma Valley.
Summer Science Camps
Sonoma Ecology Center Summer Science Camps provide children with the opportunity to connect with nature through adventures, explorations, and hands-on activities in the great outdoors! Held at Sugarloaf Ridge State Park and Sonoma Garden Park, each camp is designed and facilitated by our year-round, seasoned team of Environmental Educators who are skilled at crafting a meaningful outdoor experience for each camper.
Photo by Melania Mahoney
Climate Resilient Neighborhoods
In partnership with La Luz Center, the Climate Resilient Neighborhoods program provides free landscaping services to households in The Springs, with a focus on defensible space and climate resiliency. Springs residents are encouraged to apply—click below to learn more and submit an interest form!
Photo by Saxon Holt
Calendar of Events
We host guided hikes, workshops, and educational events throughout Sonoma Valley each month.
Photo by Studio Luniste
Fire Resiliency Video
How can people, land, water, and wildlife thrive in a fire-adapted landscape? Watch this video on how we keep people safer while supporting our environment.
Learn more about our work on The Ecology Blog
Richard Dale Named Climate Crisis Hero: Looking Back on Four Decades of Building Common Ground in Sonoma Valley
Photo courtesy of the Office of Mike Thompson If you ask anyone about Richard Dale, Sonoma Ecology...
Growing Climate And Community Resilience Through Native Plants
This blog article by Sonoma Ecology Center's GrizzlyCorps Fellow, Faith Shortridge, was originally published on grizzlycorps.org under the title 'Native Plants Are Our Friends' on April 7, 2026.A cart of California native plants for sale, arranged by Faith. If you...
Remembering Hannah Aclufi
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of Hannah Ronit Aclufi's passing. Hannah was a beloved member of the Sonoma Ecology Center community, and her presence will always be felt at Sonoma Garden Park, where she managed the Sonoma Native Plant Nursery alongside...
Welcoming Spring at Sonoma Garden Park
Photo by Melania MahoneyThere is an Edenic feel to Sonoma Garden Park this time of year: fruit trees are a wash of vibrant pink and white blooms, birds are chattering, and there is a lush greenness in every direction. The landscape feels poised on the cusp of renewal,...
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