CDFW Conservation Lecture Series

field of California poppies and other wildflowers on bluff above rocky shoreline; Conservation Lecture Series logo

The lecture series delivers stories from the California conservation community related to science and stewardship of our fish and wildlife. Lecture attendees can expect to learn about the biodiversity of California, natural resource management, scientific research related to wildlife conservation, and how the public can help participate in these activities. Lectures span the marine, terrestrial and aquatic environments, and vary in focus between fish, wildlife, plants and the people involved in conservation.

Lectures are offered via webinar and are open to anyone who is interested in participating. Please register in advance for a webinar using the registration links provided below. Lectures are recorded and posted at a later date for those unable to join the day of the event. Visit the archive page for recordings of past lectures.

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Upcoming Lectures

Conservation Casefiles: Stories from the Field

Presenters: Multiple experts from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Date/Time: September 25, 2025, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Description: This lecture will highlight the vital role of CDFW’s Law Enforcement Division (LED) in protecting California’s fish, wildlife and habitats. Wildlife officers Tiffany Wolvek, Matthew Gil and Trevor Pell will share experiences from the field, discuss how California Wildlife Officers support conservation efforts and recount real cases that illustrate the challenges and successes of enforcing environmental and conservation laws. Whether you're a conservation enthusiast, educator, hunter, angler, outdoor recreationist or true crime fan, this session offers a behind-the-scenes look at the vital intersection of law, wildlife and public service.

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Past Lectures

Archive

Habitat Conservation Planning Branch
P.O. Box 944209, Sacramento, CA 94244-2090
HCPB@wildlife.ca.gov