Deserts Nature-Based Solutions Summit
Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm
Location: The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 47900 Portola Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Co-hosts: California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA), Coachella Valley Mountains Conservancy (CVMC), The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, Mojave Desert Land Trust (MDLT), The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
California’s deserts are extremely unique, supporting endemic biodiversity and wildlife corridors, providing recreational opportunities, and storing carbon, specifically in long-lived, hardy shrubs. These fragile lands are threatened by disturbance and thus need NBS, such as conservation and restoration, to thrive.
Join us on October 9 in Palm Desert, California for a Deserts Nature-Based Solutions summit. In this summit, we will honor leadership and successes to-date, increase connectivity among partners, and explore solutions to critical challenges in scaling nature-based solutions for farmlands.
For any questions or additional information, please contact: naturebasedsolutions@resources.ca.gov
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Is there an option to attend this summit virtually? No - this event will be in-person only.
- Do I need to bring a printed ticket with me? No - your name will be listed at our registration desk
- Is there a dress code? The dress code is casual.
- Is there parking onsite? Yes, complimentary parking is available for summit attendees. There will be signs indicating where to park.
Please note: Attendance at this event may constitute the acceptance of a reportable gift.