CAL FIRE Wellness Unit Free Yoga Class
2025-09-24 12:15 - 12:45 (America/Los_Angeles)
Date: Wednesday, September 24th , 2025
Time: 12:15pm to 12:45pm
Location: CNRA Building Gym, Yoga Studio Room
Join CALFIRE staff in-person or virtually for free yoga classes with Pearl Martin from 12:15 – 12:45pm in the CNRA Building Gym Yoga Studio Room. Pearl Martin has a passion for sharing her love of movement as a tool for mental and physical wellbeing. Pearl is a certified Hot Pilates and Yoga instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and specializes in teaching restorative and Yin style yoga. For questions, please reach out to the Wellness Unit email at wellnessunit@fire.ca.gov or through their social media pages @calfirewellness.

﻿﻿Agency Wide Game Day
2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:00
Date: September 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Location: CNRA HQ Conference Room 02-302 A, 715 P Street, Sacramento, Ca, 95814
Description: Take a break, have some fun, and join us for a lunch hour full of board games! Whether you’re a seasoned strategist or just in it for the laughs, there’s a seat at the table for you. Bring Your Own Game (BYOG) or jump into a game hosted by someone else—your choice!
If you bring a game, please make sure it’s work appropriate and can be played within an hour.
All experience levels welcome. Let’s play, relax, and connect!

CNRA Community Book Swap
2025-09-16 12:00 - 13:00
Join the CNRA Community Book Swap on September 16—bring a book, take a book, and enjoy coffee, tea, and good company.

Crocker’s ArtMix: Beer Garden
2025-09-11 18:00 - 21:00
You’re invited to join us for a Wellness Social at the Crocker Art Museum’s ArtMix: Beer Garden on Thursday, September 11, from 6–9 PM!
Please FW this invitation to your colleagues.
This is a no-host, informal gathering, so feel free to grab a drink, explore the museum, and enjoy the lively atmosphere with colleagues and friends. It’s a great chance to unwind, connect, and enjoy some local culture outside of work. Option to meet inside near the front entrance stairwell at 6:50pm to join a Docent tour at 7pm.
Bring a friend or invite your coworkers—the more, the merrier!
📍 Location: 216 O St, Sacramento, CA 95814
🕕 Date & Time: Thursday, September 11 | 6:00–9:00 PM
🔗 Event Details– Ages 18+ | Tickets $25 (Crocker Members Free)
https://www.crockerart.org/events/3875/artmix-beer-garden
About: Come for the lagers and the autumn leaves! This Oktoberfest-inspired evening features a lively lineup of brews, blooms, and beats. Sip your way through a local biergarten, get down and dirty with painting and floral arrangement, enjoy a Fauxcent tour of the boozy works in the Crocker’s collection, and dance it out to live music or at the silent disco.

Beneath the Canopy: Kelp Conservation, and Coastal Magic from Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
2025-09-10 12:00 - 13:00
Date: September 10, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm
Location: 715 P Street in front of CNRA HQ
Description: Celebrate Biodiversity Week with California State Parks PORTS Program. Explore the State Parks Mobile Outreach vehicle for Video Access and Immersive Experiences. A live virtual presentation from Vannie! Free lunchtime treats provided by Parks California (while supplies last).

California’s 175th Birthday - Block Party
2025-09-09 18:00 - 21:00
It’s California’s 175th birthday — and there’s a block party to celebrate! 🥳🎉
On Tuesday, September 9th, from 6-9pm, enjoy music, food trucks, family-friendly activities, and a laser display 30 minutes after sunset as we celebrate this historic milestone.
Free food truck fare, birthday cake, and California grown treats (while supplies last).
Save the date and learn more ➡️ Celebrate.CA.Gov
Please encourage your staff (plus their families, friends, and neighbors!) to attend if they’d like! The party will be on 10th Street, in front of the State Capitol.
[Shout out to CA State Parks for leading the festivities! 🤗]

A DAY IN THE LIFE: EXPERTS IN BIODIVERSITY
2025-09-09 12:00 - 13:00
Date: September 9, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 1:00pm
Location: CNRA HQ, 20th Floor Cafe
Description: Join us for a dynamic discussion moderated by Meghan Hertel, Deputy Secretary for Biodiversity and Habitat, featuring guests and panelists from Department of Water Resources, California State Parks, and California Department of Fish and Wildlife:
• Kim Tenggardjaja, Biodiversity Coordinator, California Department of Fish and Wildlife
• Theo Claire, Restoration Ecologist, Department of Water Resources
• Sarinah Simons, Wildlife Management, California State Parks
• Katrina Smith, Statewide Coordinator for Small Mammal Conservation, California Department of Fish and Wildlife
• Dena Spatz, State Parks Senior Wildlife Biologist, California State Parks
Together, they’ll share their experiences working to protect California’s biodiversity and advance the 30×30 initiative. The event will conclude with a hands-on iNaturalist demo, where you’ll learn how to contribute biodiversity data through simple nature observations.
🎉 Door prize drawings! Must be present to win.
Reminder: Please visit your phone’s app store to download the iNaturalist app ahead of the event date to sign up for a free account. This will help ensure you’re ready to participate fully when the iNaturalist demo begins.

Natural Resources Blood Drive September 4th
2025-09-04 09:00 - 12:15
Campus Connect invites you to Donate at the Natural Resources Blood Drive September 4th!
DWR has partnered with Vitalant to bring you the opportunity of donating blood and making a difference! 🩸Donating blood is one of the simplest ways to save lives. Whether you’re doing it for a friend, a cause, or just because you can, it makes a real impact.
Here’s how you can make the most of it:
✅ Before You Go

Hydrate well the day before and the morning of.
Eat iron-rich foods like spinach, red meat, or beans.
Bring ID and wear something with easy access to your arm.

💉 During the Donation

The process usually takes about 10–15 minutes.
You’ll be asked a few health questions and get a mini physical.
Relax, breathe, and maybe chat with the staff—they’re usually amazing people.

🍪 Afterward

Enjoy the snacks (yes, cookies are practically mandatory).
Rest for a few minutes before heading out.
Avoid heavy lifting or intense exercise for the rest of the day.

Make an appointment today!

Location: 715 P St, Sacramento CA 95814 on the Blood Mobile, near courtyard

CNRA Farmers Market – Back by popular demand!
2025-08-26 11:30 - 13:00
Date: August 26, 2025
Time:11:30 AM – 1:00pm
Location: CNRA HQ, 1st Floor Lobby
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/g/vRdacpUgjF
Description: Come join us for fresh, local produce and community connection.
Share your own harvest or simply enjoy the goodies — no contribution needed!
Guests and Market Participants please register for the event at least one week in advance.
Participants may bring: Fruits, vegetables, herbs, baked goods, and homemade products.
Disclaimer: Participation in the farmers market is entirely voluntary and at your own discretion. CNRA and the event organizers will not assume any liability for potential health risks associated with the shared products.

CNRA Reservation System w/ Outlook Training
2025-08-25 13:00 - 16:45
Dates: August 20 & 25, 2025
Session Times: 1:00 – 2:45 PM OR 3:00 – 4:45 PM
Location: CNRA HQ, Media Room 2-201
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/g/Jbe51aBUa7
Description: Join the 2025 CNRA Reservation System Training with Outlook instructions for new and experienced employees! Each session is 1 hour and 45 minutes of interactive, in-person learning where you will be able to ask questions and troubleshoot with your peers.
Note: Each session is identical and covers the same content. Please register to attend.

Mildly Scenic – A Conversation with Author Ashley Shult Langdon
2025-08-19 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a special in-person and virtual event featuring Ashley Shult Langdon, author of Mildly Scenic: A Trail Guide to the Lower American River.
Ashley will discuss her inspiration behind the book, which maps out bite-sized adventures and trail access points from downtown Sacramento to Folsom Lake. Whether you’re looking for a riverside picnic spot or a five-mile trail loop, this book celebrates accessible outdoor exploration.
🌟 Event Highlights:

Conversation with Secretary Wade Crowfoot and the author

Book signing and Mildly Scenic merchandise available

Livestream access via Zoom (scan QR code to register)

📍 Location: 20th Floor Café, CNRA Headquarters, 715 P Street, Sacramento🗓 Date/Time: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Hosted by Campus Connect and the California Natural Resources Agency.

CAL FIRE Wellness Unit Free Yoga Class - August 6th
2025-08-06 12:15 - 12:45
CAL FIRE Wellness Unit Free Yoga Class
Join CALFIRE staff in-person or virtually for free yoga classes with Pearl Martin from 12:15 – 12:45pm in the CNRA Building Gym Yoga Studio Room. Pearl Martin has a passion for sharing her love of movement as a tool for mental and physical wellbeing. Pearl is a certified Hot Pilates and Yoga instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and specializes in teaching restorative and Yin style yoga. For questions, please reach out to the Wellness Unit email at wellnessunit@fire.ca.gov or through their social media pages @calfirewellness.
Date: August 6th , 2025
Time: 12:15pm to 12:45pm
Location: CNRA Building Gym, Yoga Studio Room

July Jamboree – Picnic & Charcuterie Challenge
2025-07-29 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for the July Jamboree on Tuesday, July 29 at Noon in the 20th Floor Café!
Celebrate the season with a fun and tasty gathering:

Bring your favorite jam or picnic-inspired food, snack, or drinkOR

Team up with coworkers to build a show-stopping charcuterie board!

Let’s connect over good food, creativity, and community.Hosted by the California Natural Resources Agency.
🔗 Don’t forget to sign up

DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH - Managing Your Mind
2025-07-29 12:00 - 13:00
CNRA Disability Advisory Committees (DACs) are teaming up for some fun ways to learn how to cope with your anxiety by using fidget toys and crossword puzzles!
Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm – 1:00pm
Location: 1st Floor, CNRA Cafeteria

Leading Equitably: A Conversation with Kim Rutledge
2025-07-23 12:00 - 13:00
Secretary Speaker Series
Leading Equitably: A Conversation with Kim Rutledge, Department of Rehabilitation’s Newest Leader
Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Noon-1 pm
Location: Zoom
Celebrate Disability Pride Month with an intimate discussion between California
Natural Resources Secretary Wade
Crowfoot and Kim Rutledge, the newly
Register Online https://bitly.cx/jpmV
appointed Director of the California
Department of Rehabilitation. Hear how Rutledge’s lived experience, policy expertise and leadership drive her vision to expand opportunity, independence, and equity for Californians with disabilities.

Special 1:1 Conversation with Secretary Crowfoot and Author Josh Jackson
2025-07-22 12:00 - 13:00 | 20th Floor Cafe, CNRAHQ
Special 1:1 Conversation with Secretary Crowfoot and Author Josh Jackson
Join Secretary Wade Crowfoot in conversation with author, photographer, and public lands advocate Josh Jackson as they explore The Enduring Wild, Jackson’s powerful new book chronicling a road trip across California’s vast and often overlooked public wilderness. Jackson reveals the beauty, complexity, and urgency of protecting more than 15 million acres of Bureau of Land Management managed lands across the state.
🎉 Special Door Prize raffle for in-person attendees! 📖🎁
Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Time: 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Location: 20th Floor Café (Food and Drinks welcome)
Link to register for the Zoom livestream: https://ca-water-gov.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fOqwHcK9QtKVXN2kDLhsnQ

Disability Pride Month Cottage Park Clean Up!
2025-07-19 08:00 - 10:00
CNRA Disability Advisory Committees (DACs) are teaming up to assist the Fulton El Camino Park District with some light maintenance work at the Cottage
Park in Sacramento!
Please bring: Gloves if you have them, wear closed toe shoes, long pants, & long sleeves (if using any power equipment).
Saturday July 19, 2025
8:00 – 10:00 A.M.
Arrive at 7:00 A.M.
Cottage Park
3097 Cottage Way,
Sacramento 95825
Across from Kaiser Hospital, park in the pool parking lot.

Panel: State Employees Driving Disability Inclusion
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:00
Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 10-11 am
Location: Zoom
Registration: Launch Meeting – Zoom
Register Online https://bitly.cx/cvt3
July is Disability Pride Month and marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a groundbreaking law that opened the door to greater inclusion and equal rights for people with disabilities.
Today, that movement towards fair and inclusive workplaces continues. Please join the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) and the California Natural Resources Agency for an inspiring panel discussion featuring state workers with disabilities who are helping to make their departments more welcoming and inclusive. They’ll share their pathways to equity and insights about navigating the workplace and leading efforts to create positive change across government. The panel will be moderated by Candis Welch, DOR Deputy Director of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (I.D.E.A.) Division.

Monthly Free Yoga Classes with CAL FIRE’s Pearl Martin
2025-07-10 12:15 - 12:45
CAMPUS CONNECT INVITES YOU TO MONTHLY FREE YOGA CLASSES WITH CALFIRE’S PEARL MARTIN!
Date: July 10th, 2025
Time: 12:15pm to 12:45pm
Join CALFIRE staff in-person or virtually for free yoga classes with Pearl Martin from 12:15 – 12:45pm in the CNRA Building Gym Yoga Studio Room. Pearl Martin has a passion for sharing her love of movement as a tool for mental and physical wellbeing. Pearl is a certified Hot Pilates and Yoga instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 10 years and specializes in teaching restorative and Yin style yoga. For questions, please reach out to the Wellness Unit email at wellnessunit@fire.ca.gov or through their social.

Savings Plus Overview – Table in CNRA Lobby
2025-07-08 11:00 - 14:00 | CNRA Lobby, 715 P Street, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Savings Plus representatives will have a table in the CNRA lobby to answer questions about their retirement programs. This is a great opportunity to learn more about your retirement options. Resources will include information on:

Enrolling in Savings Plus
Saving today to enjoy tomorrow
Income sources in retirement
401(k) and 457(b) plans

Savings Plus representative, Justin Guarino, will be available to address these topics and more to put you in the best possible position for retirement. All of the dates for the Savings Plus Table Reads are available on the Training Forecast Calendar. The Training Office will send a reminder the week before each table read date.
Savings Plus Objectives:

Learn the difference between 401(k) and 457(b) plans.
Learn how 401(k) or 457(b) fits into your retirement plan.
Learn the difference between pre-tax and Roth savings.
Learn how to choose and enroll in a Savings Plus plan.

Resources:
Schedule a one-on-one meeting with your local Savings Plus retirement specialist to discuss your retirement planning needs. Visit the Savings Plus website for more information.

FREE Headshots in the Career Center
2025-07-08 09:00 - 11:00 | CNRA HQ Career Center – Poppy Pavillion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Join us for a Free Headshot Day, where Campus Connect can help take your photo with advanced equipment and you can also learn about the Career Center! This is a great event for new and existing employees! Whether you’re updating your Outlook profile, employer website bio, or need a polished headshot to promote a speaking engagement, we’ve got you covered. Bring your cellphone for a high-quality photo with our new ring light that is yours to keep!
What to Expect:

Quick, 5-minute photo sessions
Guidance from Campus Connect team and Communications professionals
Access to information on advancing your career, starting employment, or continuing your current journey
Friendly, relaxed environment
Last look booth to make sure everything is perfect for your photo!

Date: July 8th, 2025
Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Location: CNRA HQ Career Center (Poppy Pavillion)
No appointments needed—walk-ins welcome! Come dressed to impress and take your personal brand to the next level.

What's Cooking at Hendy Woods State Park? A PORTS Program Virtual Presentation
2025-06-24 12:00 - 12:45 | CNRA HQ 2-201, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Campus Connect wants to take you on a Virtual Park Tour at Hendy Woods! Join us for a virtual field trip to Hendy Woods State Park to discover recipes and rhythms for a healthy forest! The Campus Connect team will help you connect live with our State Park Interpreter, Steve Jahelka, in Hendy Woods from the CNRA HQ Media room 2-201!
Date: Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Time: 12:00-12:45
Location: Media Room 2-201 IN-PERSON with a live presentation
**Those in need of special accommodations, please reach out to campusconnect@resources.ca.gov

Agency Game Day - Bring your own Board Game
2025-06-23 12:00 - 13:00 | CNRA HQ 2-301, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Hosted by the Department of Conservation’s Game-Day Club and Campus Connect, this event is a great way to unwind, meet colleagues, and enjoy a little midweek play. Whether you bring your own board game or jump into a group favorite, there’s something for everyone! Got questions? Reach out to us at: WellnessProgram@conservation.ca.gov

Pride Month Social Event and Bake-Off (for state staff)
2025-06-17 10:00 - 11:00 | CNRA 20th Floor, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Title: Pride Month Social Event and Bake-Off (for state staff)
Location: CNRA 20th floor, 715 P Street, Sacramento
Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am
Description: The Department of Water Resources invites state employees to an in-person gathering at CNRA to celebrate Pride Month with community and confections! Enjoy a short program and bring your favorite sweet treat to share. Baking enthusiasts can enter their dessert in our friendly competition for a chance to win bragging rights. Open to state staff — we hope to see you there!

Sacramento Pride March (for state staff)
2025-06-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Southside Park, 2115 6th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95818, United States
Location: Southside Park (near 8th & T Street) in Sacramento. March ends at the State Capitol and festival entrance
Time: Check in 10:00-10:30 am and the march begins at 11:00 am
Description: Join CNRA, CalEPA, CalHHS and fellow state employees as we come together to show our support and pride at the Sacramento Pride March! Last year, more than 100 state staff, their families and friends participated and this year we are aiming for an even bigger presence. Join us!
March Number: TBD
Bring: Prepare for the heat with water, sunscreen and a hat
Website: Sacramento Pride March
Registration: Pride Month March Registration

CEC Chair's Speaker Series: Fireside Chat with Former U.S. Sec. of Energy Jennifer Granholm
2025-06-11 09:30 - 10:15 | CNRA HQ Auditorium, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
CEC invites you to join the California Energy Commission for a fireside chat with former Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and Energy Commission Chair David Hochschild!
Secretary Granholm led DOE’s work to advance the cutting-edge clean energy technologies in support of President Biden’s goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Prior to her nomination as Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm served as Governor of Michigan from 2003 to 2011.

Campus Connect: A Day in the Life
2025-06-04 12:30 - 13:15 | CNRA HQ Media Room 2-201, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
The LA wildfires were one of California’s largest and most destructive wildfires and natural disasters. In January of this year, seven fires raced across Southern California. In response, more than 7,500 firefighting emergency personnel were deployed.
Join us for a lunchtime conversation with CAL FIRE to learn about California’s largest fire department, to reflect on what it meant to be on the frontlines, and what’s in store for this upcoming peak wildfire season.

Campus Connect - CNRA Book Swap
2025-05-20 12:00 - 13:00 | 20th Floor Cafe, CNRAHQ
