United Water Conservation District

Family Fishing Clinic
2026-06-27 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lake Piru, 4780 Piru Canyon Road, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
🎣Cast a line, learn something new, and spend an evening at the lake with friends and family.
Join Lake Piru Rangers and Reel Guppy Outdoors for our Family Fishing Clinic series, where anglers of all experience levels can learn the basics of fishing through hands-on instruction at the lake. Fishing gear will be provided, and bait will be available while supplies last.
📅June 20*, June 27, July 25 & August 29
📍Lake Piru Marina
🎟️Free event
🕛6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, (*4:00 – 6:30 PM for June 20 only)
Registration is required. Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up or visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/michael-groeneveld-109548542231
*🎣Must purchase a fishing license if 16 years old or older by purchasing online at: https://www.licenses.wildlife.ca.gov/internetsales/
For more info visit Home – Lake Piru & Reel Guppy Outdoors – Oxnard, CA

UWCD Board of Directors Meeting
2026-07-08 12:00 - 16:00 | UWCD HQ, 1701 North Lombard Street, Suite 200, Oxnard, CA, 93030, United States
🕛12:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.
UWCD HQ
📍1701 Lombard St, Oxnard, CA 93030
📞(805) 525-4431

S’mores & Stories – Tina Tan
2026-07-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Lake Piru, 4780 Piru Canyon Road, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
Join Local birder Tina Tan for an evening of stories, birdwatching, and discovering the wildlife around Lake Piru.
📍Lake Piru, Olive Grove Campground (Near Lower Restroom)
🕛6:00 – 7:00 PM
📅July 11th, 2026
Visit: https://explorelakepiru.com/event/smores-stories-at-lake-piru-2/
or Call for the Park Rangers: 805-521-1500 for more info!

Kids STEM Day
2026-07-17 11:30 - 14:30 | Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley, 1400 E. Harvard Blvd., Santa Paula, CA, 93060, United States
📅Friday July 17, 2026
🕛 Lunch & Setup: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Lunch provided by Fillmore Fire Foundation & Fillmore Rotary Club
Start: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
📍1400 E. Harvard Blvd. Santa Paula, CA
*For Boys & Girls Club of Santa Clara Valley Club Members Only
🔬Kids Activities:
STEM AG, STEM Science, Robotics, Art, Entomology, Sports, & More!
For Questions Contact: (805) 525-7910 or jmarholin@bgclubscv.org

S’mores & Stories – Ventura Audubon Society
2026-07-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Lake Piru, 4780 Piru Canyon Road, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
Join the Ventura Audubon Society for an evening exploring the work being done to protect Ventura County’s open spaces, wildlife, and natural resources. Learn how conservation efforts help preserve the landscapes and ecosystems that make our region unique.
Visit: https://explorelakepiru.com/event/smores-stories-at-lake-piru-2/

The Throw Down Cornhole Festival
2026-07-21 11:00 - 22:00 | Ventura, 828 E Thompson Blvd, Unit A, Ventura, CA, 93001
Spencer Makenzie’s invites all players of all skill levels to enter the World’s Largest Cornhole Tournament “The Throw Down” on Friday August 21, 2026 thru Sunday August 23, 2026.
This 3 day cornhole tournament is the largest cornhole tournament in the world and is held in the beautiful beach town of Ventura California. Come enjoy the tournament as a cornhole player or spectator there is plenty of food, drinks, cold beer, live music, truck show, vendors, MMA TOURNEY, and wonderful beach weather.
More Itinerary/Activity Info: Schedule | The Throw Down Cornhole Festival

Moonlight Cinema - Back to the Future
2026-07-25 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Piru, 4780 Piru Canyon Road, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
🎬Moonlight Cinema at Lake Piru presents “Back to the Future”!
Join us Saturday, July 25 for an outdoor movie night at the Lake Piru Day-Use Park. Bring blankets, chairs, and cozy layers for an evening under the stars by the lake.
🕛 8:00 PM
📍 Lake Piru Recreation Area— Day-Use Park
🍿 Snacks & drinks available onsite
Stop by the Condor Point Store before the movie for even more snacks and essentials!

Quarterly Tour
2026-07-29 08:00 - 15:00 | UWCD HQ, 1701 North Lombard Street, Suite 200, Oxnard, CA, 93030, United States
SORRY! We’re full! But check out the next Quarterly Tour on October 28! You can register here: Quarterly Tour – United Water Conservation District
What does it take to protect and manage Ventura County’s water every day, in every season? United Water Conservation District invites you to step behind the scenes and see it for yourself during our Quarterly Water Tours. This interactive experience brings community members face-to-face with the facilities, infrastructure, and people working to safeguard local water supplies for agriculture, communities, and the environment.
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 a.m. – 3 p.m.
📍 Location: Tour begins at United Water Conservation District Headquarters
1701 North Lombard Street, Suite 200, Oxnard, CA 93030
📝 Registration: Required – Please see form below or email Tara Mulally at TaraM@www.unitedwater.org with any questions!
During the tour, participants will learn how United Water manages groundwater and surface water resources, supports long-term water reliability, and plans for the future of Ventura County’s water.
What to Know Before You Go

Closed-toed shoes are required
Comfortable clothing is recommended
Check the weather to see if you need a jacket or sweater
Some walking and standing will be involved
Space is limited. First come, first served

These guided tours highlight United Water’s role in sustainably managing groundwater basins, operating key infrastructure, and supporting long-term water reliability for agriculture, communities, and the environment. Whether you’re a community member, student, educator, or local leader, the tour offers valuable insight into how local water management supports the region’s quality of life.
We look forward to welcoming you to United Water and sharing how we work every day to protect and sustain Ventura County’s water future!

Ventura County Fair
2026-07-29 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-30 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-07-31 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-01 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-02 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-03 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-04 12:00 - 23:00, 2026-08-05 12:00 - 23:00 and 4 more dates | Ventura County Fairgrounds, 10 W. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA, 93001, United States
🎡 Catch us at the Ventura County Fair!
United Water Conservation District is excited to be part of the fun! Come visit us to learn about water conservation, local resources, and how we’re protecting our community’s water supply.
📅 Dates: July 29 – August 9
⏰ Time: 12 PM – 11 PM (Early opening on Tues, August 4 only: 11 AM)
📍 Location: Ventura County Fairgrounds
💧Come by for:
– Fun giveaways
– Conservation tips you can use at home
– The latest on Lake Piru and your water
United Water is proud to support events like these that bring our community together. We hope to see you there enjoying the rides, local businesses, and everything Ventura County has to offer!
For more details visit: https://venturacountyfair.org/

S’mores & Stories – Friends of Condors
2026-08-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Lake Piru, 4780 Piru Canyon Road, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
Join the Friends of Condors for an evening of s’more, stories, and wildlife conservation. Learn about the remarkable recovery of the California condor, one of North America’s most endangered birds, and the ongoing efforts to protect California wildlife and habitat.
Go to: https://explorelakepiru.com/event/smores-stories-friends-of-condors/

Downtown Ventura Farmer's Market
2026-08-15 08:30 - 12:00 | Downtown Ventura, 200 Block E. Main Street
The Downtown Ventura Certified Farmers’ Market is the original Ventura County certified farmers’ market and has been operating continuously since 1986. Over 45 California farmers and food vendors attend weekly and the market operates year round.

Enjoy a wonderful outdoor shopping experience with California farmers bringing you the freshest, vine and tree ripened fruits and vegetables. Other California agricultural items include fresh meat products, herbs, honey, eggs, whole and shelled nuts, fruit juices, jams, jellies, cut flowers and potted plants. Wonderful artisan bakery products, ethnic foods and tasty hot foods prepared onsite. Ocean fish fresh from the boat is also a real treat offered here.

Date/ Time: Saturday, August 15th, 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Downtown Oxnard Certified Farmers Market
2026-08-20 09:00 - 13:30, 2026-08-27 09:00 - 13:30 | Oxnard, 500 S C St, Oxnard, CA 93030
The Downtown Oxnard Certified Farmers’ Market is a free open-air community market located in the beautiful Plaza Park at 5th & B Streets in Oxnard, CA. Open year-round, the market offers an enormous variety of the freshest local fruits and produce available as well as freshly prepared items such bread, dried fruits, nuts, and more.

The Throw Down Cornhole Festival
2026-08-22 08:30 - 22:00, 2026-08-23 09:00 - 21:00 | Ventura, 828 E Thompson Blvd, Unit A, Ventura, CA, 93001
Spencer Makenzie’s invites all players of all skill levels to enter the World’s Largest Cornhole Tournament “The Throw Down” on Friday August 21, 2026 thru Sunday August 23, 2026.
This 3 day cornhole tournament is the largest cornhole tournament in the world and is held in the beautiful beach town of Ventura California. Come enjoy the tournament as a cornhole player or spectator there is plenty of food, drinks, cold beer, live music, truck show, vendors, MMA TOURNEY, and wonderful beach weather.
More Itinerary/Activity Info: Schedule | The Throw Down Cornhole Festival
Address: 828 E Thompson Blvd, Unit A, Ventura, CA, 93001

Moonlight Cinema - Hook
2026-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Lake Piru, 4780 Piru Canyon Road, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
🎬Moonlight Cinema at Lake Piru presents “Hook”!
Join us Saturday, August 22 for an outdoor movie night at the Lake Piru Day-Use Park. Bring blankets, chairs, and cozy layers for an evening under the stars by the lake.
🕛 8:00 PM
📍 Lake Piru Recreation Area— Day-Use Park
🍿 Snacks & drinks available onsite
Stop by the Condor Point Store before the movie for even more snacks and essentials!

Midtown Ventura Farmers Market
2026-08-26 09:00 - 13:00
Enjoy a wonderful outdoor shopping experience with California farmers bringing you the freshest, vine and tree ripened fruits and vegetables. Other California agricultural items include herbs, honey, eggs, cut flowers and potted plants. Wonderful artisan bakery products, ethnic foods and tasty hot foods prepared onsite are also available.

Date/ Time: Wednesday, August 26th, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Location: Pacific View Mall, West Parking Lot (Near Red Robin & Sears)
