Upcoming Events
Water conservation
Getting Started with Waterwise Gardening Webinar5:00 pm
Ready to save water and create your dream garden?
Join us for this fun, inspiring webinar where you'll learn practical tips for conserving water and designing a garden that thrives in our local climate. You’ll hear from expert speakers who’ll guide you through key strategies, including:
• EBMUD: How to convert a lawn and build healthy soil with sheet mulching.
• CCWD: The basics of irrigation to make every drop count.
• Ruth Bancroft Garden: Plants for various garden styles that are both beautiful and waterwise.
Plus, we’ll share info on rebates and resources to help fund your project. Whether you’re a gardening newbie or looking for eco-friendly upgrades, this webinar will give you the tools to get started!
Volunteer work day
“The Longest Mile” Wildflower Hike9:00 am
Spring is upon us and EBMUD is preparing for a spectacular wildflower bloom this year. If you would like the chance to see the Mokelumne River watershed adorned with purple shooting stars, hounds-tongues and California poppies, then "The Longest Mile" Wildflower Hike may be for you!
Situated along the Mokelumne River between Valley Springs and Jackson, "The Longest Mile" is a rugged and beautiful section of the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail that is perched along the river canyon and boasts exceptional views. Known for its challenging, steep grades, this 3-mile round-trip trail is suitable for avid hikers and will be conducted by EBMUD Rangers and wildflower docents.
- Registration Required by 4/9/25: Email volunteer@ebmud.com. Include your telephone number.
- Location: Middle Bar take out. Click here to view Middle Bar take out on Google Maps.
- Bring: Lunch, drinking water, hiking shoes, long pants, insect/tick repellent, sun glasses and sunscreen. Optional: camera, binoculars and wildflower field guide. No pets or alcohol. Click here to download a copy of our Wildflower Guide.
- Level of Difficulty: Strenuous. We will carpool from the Middle Bar parking lot to the Rich Gulch trailhead and hike a challenging and steep trail section until reaching the top, known as Patti's Point, where we will eat our lunch and take a group photo.
- Minors: Participants under 18 are welcome with written permission from a parent or guardian; an adult must accompany those under 16. Not suitable for children under 7 years of age.
- Weather Conditions: Rain or shine, but be prepared for changing temperatures. Click here for weather information.
- Special Consideration: Late arrivals/early departures are not available because the hike starts beyond a locked gate.
For more information please check out our website www.ebmud.com/recreation/volunteer/volunteer-work-days, send us an email volunteer@ebmud.com or give us a call (209) 772-8260.
Water conservation
Waterwise Garden Design & Maintenance Workshop1:00 pm
Ready to Create a Low Water Garden Bursting with Color?
Come bring your ideas and join EBMUD, Master Gardeners of Contra Costa County (MGCC), and Dave Phelps, Landscape Architect and Garden Educator for a presentation and discussion on simple low water garden design and maintenance tips for new and existing gardens. 
For inspiration and plant palette ideas, the workshop will include a visit to the adjacent demonstration garden, a joint project with the City of Richmond and the MGCC. The garden is bursting with color and you will come away inspired with what you can do in your own garden. UC Master Gardeners will also be available to help answer garden questions. Workshop will take place rain or shine and is free of charge.
When: Saturday, April 12th from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (in-person only)
Where: Richmond Main Public Library located at 325 Civic Center Plaza
Bring: Pencil/pen, notepad, water bottle
Wear: Walking shoes and layers
Register (registration is required)
Space is limited. Maximum - 2 people per party.
Parking is available at Civic Center Plaza. The Library is a 10-minute walk from the Richmond BART station.
For more information contact Kristin.Bowman@ebmud.com 510-986-7610.
Water conservation
Rebate Virtual Office Hours12:00 pm
Drop-in to EBMUD's virtual office hours to ask questions about our rebate programs. EBMUD water conservation experts will be on hand to explain the rebate process, offer project advice, and answer your burning rebate questions. Learn more about our rebates at ebmud.com/rebates.
- Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 12-1pm: REGISTER HERE
Board and Committee Meetings
Regular Board Meeting1:15 pm
Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 1:15 pm.
Water conservation
Waterwise Garden Tour9:00 am
Join EBMUD, CCWD, and The Ruth Boncroft Garden for a self-guided tour showcasing 16 stunning waterwise gardens.
Water conservation
Rebate Virtual Office Hours12:00 pm
Drop-in to EBMUD's virtual office hours to ask questions about our rebate programs. EBMUD water conservation experts will be on hand to explain the rebate process, offer project advice, and answer your burning rebate questions. Learn more about our rebates at ebmud.com/rebates.
- Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 12-1pm: REGISTER HERE
Board and Committee Meetings
401(k)/457(b) & 401(a) Advisory Committee Meetings9:00 am
401(k)/457(b) & 401(a) Advisory Committee Meetings
Board and Committee Meetings
Regular Board Meeting1:15 pm
Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 1:15 pm.
Volunteer work day
Volunteer Workday In The Sierra Foothills9:00 am
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED | REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Under the direction of Ranger/Naturalist II Lora Sparrowk, we will be performing trail maintenance on a section of the Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail between Valley Springs and Jackson, Calif. All instruction and tools will be provided. No experience necessary.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Call: (209) 772-8260 | Email: volunteer@ebmud.com
Water conservation
Rebate Virtual Office Hours12:00 pm
Drop-in to EBMUD's virtual office hours to ask questions about our rebate programs. EBMUD water conservation experts will be on hand to explain the rebate process, offer project advice, and answer your burning rebate questions. Learn more about our rebates at ebmud.com/rebates.
- Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday from 12-1pm: REGISTER HERE
Board and Committee Meetings
Retirement Board Meeting9:00 am
Bi-monthly Retirement Board meeting (typically occurs on the 3rd Thursday of odd-numbered months).