We are an award-winning environmental and cultural education center located within the beautiful American River Parkway in Carmichael, California.
We offer a dynamic variety of fun activities including children, adult and school programs, nationally renowned interactive exhibits, educational workshops and many opportunities for volunteering.
Visitors can see live wild animals, browse our Discovery Shop for books, toys and unique gifts, or tour the replica of a Maidu Indian summer village.
Enjoy our 77-acre nature preserve featuring interpretive trails that meander through the riparian woodlands along the American River. See deer, coyotes, migratory songbirds and wild turkeys as you explore the preserve’s lush oak woodlands. Come and see us soon!
See spectacular wildlife photography from Nature Area visitors
We Need Your Support!
Your generous donation to the Effie Yeaw Nature Center will ensure that we continue to fulfill Effie Yeaw's vision of providing some of the most high quality and entertaining educational and cultural programs and events in the Sacramento region to children and adults alike. Today is the day to donate! Donations can be made to American River Natural History Association (ARHNA). ARHNA is a 501 (c) (3) that was established 27 years ago to support the nature center.
News & Events
Event and Program Booking Information for Educators
Starting August 19, book school and group programs and tours at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center's new website at www.sacnaturecenter.net and click on the "Tours and Programs" tab.
Guided Tour of the Replica Maidu Village at the Nature Center August 22
Join Nature Center docent Gail Philippart for a guided tour of the replica Maidu village and learn about the Maidu lifestyle, then take a walk through the Nature Preserve and learn about the plants and animals used for food, shelter, clothing, medicine, games and art. This program is best for age 8 and older. There is no charge for the program but donations are gratefully accepted. The tour starts at 1:30 p.m.
Join us for Evening Beaver and Wildlife Walks
Join Jack Hiehle, biologist and wildlife ecologist, for an wildlife-viewing, evening walk along the American River. Call 489-4918 to reserve your space. View nature walk flyer
. The next walk is August 30 at 6:30 p.m.