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Skip to main content Skip to footer UCNRS University of California Natural Reserve System Reserves Research Teaching Public Service Information NRS Giving Main Content The nature of UC Ways to give -- Concerns over COVID-19 have compelled us to postpone the Symposium we had planned to hold this coming November. We plan to reschedule when conditions enable attendees to remain healthy at the event. Reserve Operations and COVID-19 During the unprecedented public health crisis posed by the spread of COVID-19, the UC Natural Reserve System supports the cancellation of any reservation to protect the health and safety of the visitors and staff. Reserve visitation remains the authority of respective campus NRS and reserve staff. Reserves are empowered to make the determination to cancel reservations as needed on a case-by-case basis. COVID-19 Information for UC employees provides guidance for all University of California operations. We consider the well being of our community to be paramount, and enjoin all staff and visitors to continue our exemplary 55-year record of service and safety. Some reserves are closed to use or visitation due to the coronavirus outbreak. Peggy Fiedler Executive Director UC Natural Reserve System About us The UC Natural Reserve System is a library of ecosystems throughout California. Most of the state’s major habitat types are represented, from coastal tidepools to inland deserts, and lush wetlands to redwood forests. No other network of field sites can match its size, scope, and ecological diversity. The NRS offers outdoor laboratories to field scientists, classrooms without walls for students, and nature’s inspiration to all. By the numbers What we do? Research Scientists from around the world conduct field research in the protected landscapes of the Natural Reserve System on topics ranging from climate change to endangered species to habitat restoration. Teaching Visiting a reserve brings textbook lessons about the natural world to life. Students and teachers flock to reserves from the University of California and institutions around the globe. Public Service From hosting school field trips, to organizing scientific lecture series, to welcoming the public for weekend classes, NRS reserves benefit California communities. News and Highlights Buildout reshapes social club into premier desert science center This story is part of NRS reserves transformed by Proposition 84 funds, a series describing the facilities improvements and expansions at NRS reserves supported by Proposition 84 bond funds. NRS reserves transformed by Proposition 84 funds Steele/Burnand Anza-Borrego Desert Research Center Research shows field courses bridge STEM diversity gaps When Roxanne Beltran was admitted to UC Santa Cruz, she was thrilled to finally start her college career, possibly to become a marine biologist. But the introductory biology and physics classes she was required to take almost drove her out of science. “I was suddenly in 400 person lecture halls, when my entire high school […] Plan your visit to the NRS Access to NRS reserves is by permission only. Reserves are available for teaching, research, and public service, but not general recreation. Apply to visit via our Reserve Application Management System Stay up to date on the latest NRS science discoveries, lectures, and events Sign up for our Newsletter Footer Our work Reserves Research Teaching Public Service About Us Mission History News Information Jobs Contact Give Donate Now For Staff Resources Login Find Us on Social Media Facebook YouTube 1111 Franklin Street, Oakland CA 94607 © 2020 UCNRS · All Rights Reserved · Contact · Privacy Policy...