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Upcoming Events & Volunteer Opportunities

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Trout Fest

April 18, 2026

Riverside Park | 10am - 2pm

Trout Fest

With over 20 vendors, organizations, and agencies, you’ll find everything you need to celebrate and support recreational and conservation fishing. Enjoy casting clinics, fly tying, trout-themed painting classes, and more!

Best of all, CADFW will be bringing a truck full of fish for kids to release into the river—an unforgettable experience for young anglers.

Run Big Kern

May 3, 2026

Historic Kernville and Whiskey Flat trail

Run Big Kern

Kern River Conservancy's Charity 6K/11K Run at historic Kernville and Whiskey Flat trail is a community-driven event dedicated to raising funds to support the Kern River Conservancy's mission of keeping the Kern River clean and protected. Runners and outdoor enthusiasts of all levels come together to enjoy a scenic course through the historic Keysville area while contributing to conservation efforts. Proceeds from the race go directly toward trash cleanups, habitat restoration, and public education programs that promote responsible recreation along the Kern River. This event not only raises awareness about environmental stewardship on the Kern River, but also fosters a strong sense of community involvement in preserving one of California’s most cherished natural resources.

Great Kern River Cleanup

September 12, 2026

Event Details: TBA

Great Kern River Cleanup

The Great Kern River Cleanup is the premier volunteer event focused on removing trash and restoring the health of the Mighty Kern throughout Sequoia National Forest. This cleanup is an annual event coordinated by the Sierra Nevada Conservancy and this statewide effort—coordinated by the Sierra Nevada Alliance, in conjunction with California Coastal Cleanup Day—serves to promote good stewardship on all of our waterways, from the source at 14,000 ft., to the sea, the Pacific Ocean.

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