MISSION
Sequoia Natural History Association (SNHA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting education, interpretation, research and the natural and historic preservation of Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks, Devils Postpile National Monument and Lake Kaweah. SNHA is committed to enriching the experiences of visitors and promoting public awareness of the significance of public lands through educational programs, publications and financial support.
WHAT WE DO
Sequoia Natural History Association is one of 65 non-profit, educational organizations partnering with the National Park Service. SNHA provides vital services to the parks and surrounding public lands which would not otherwise be available through federal funding.
· Operate visitor center bookstores
· Conduct Crystal Cave tours
· Offer Field Seminar Courses
· Provide free and low-cost programs for schools
· Publish the parks visitor newspaper
· Purchase supplies for ranger programs
· Operate the Beetle Rock Education Center
· Fund park exhibits and research projects
· Manage the Pear Lake backcountry ski hut
· Provide visitor information and nature center staff
· Rent bear-resistant food canisters
· Publish park books and maps
· Support the protection of black bears
· Provide volunteer opportunities for park projects