Are you ready to take your land monitoring skills to the next level?
Participants will learn to use ecological indicators to understand how management practices influence ecosystem function — and how to use monitoring data to make informed, adaptive land management decisions.

Join us for an immersive five-day Ecological Outcome Verification (EOV) Monitor Training at the stunning Deer Mountain Sanctuary, a 2,000-acre regenerating ranch just north of Mt. Shasta in Montague, California.

This course is a prerequisite for receiving an EOV Monitor Endorsement through the Savory Institute and offers a rare opportunity to engage in in-depth, hands-on field training with Savory Field Professional and EOV Master Verifier Jackie Eshelman.

Location

Deer Mountain Sanctuary
Montague, CA
(Northern California, near Mt. Shasta)

Spots are limited. Reserve your place today
Registration Deadline: May 15, 2026

What You’ll Learn

This course equips participants with the tools needed to understand and implement EOV monitoring protocols, effectively monitor ecosystem function, and collect high-quality ecological data.

Topics include:

• The Four Ecosystem Processes

• Biological indicators of ecosystem function

• Re-pairing our relationship with land

• Reconnecting with ecosystem processes

• Ecological Health Index (EHI) data collection

• Short-Term & Long-Term Monitoring (STM & LTM) protocols

• Visual Soil Assessment skills

• Water infiltration testing & soil health indicators

• Communicating monitoring results with land stewards

• Using monitoring data to inform adaptive management

Still have questions? Want to reserve your camping accommodations? Contact Jackie@KinshipEcology.com

Self-Sufficient Camping

• Car or tent camping (bring your own gear)
  Included in course fee

Standard Camping (gear provided)

• Personal tent (sleeps 1):
  Sleeping pad, sleeping bag, pillow
  $35/night

Certification & Next Steps

This course provides the skills training required to pursue an EOV Monitor Endorsement through the Savory Institute.
Additional EOV field experience and Savory Associate Educator accreditation are required for endorsement.

Accommodation & Meals

Deer Mountain Sanctuary is located in the Klamath Mountains of Northern California, with elevations ranging from 2,800–3,500 feet. The landscape includes meadows, oak savannas, and mixed conifer forest and lies near the Klamath River and some of the largest dam removal and salmon restoration projects in the world.

Participants are encouraged to stay onsite to fully immerse in the learning and landscape.

Onsite Amenities

• Solar electricity & WiFi

• Flushing & composting toilets

• Indoor & outdoor hot showers

• Full shared kitchen

• Communal yurt with wood stove 
  for evening gatherings

Onsite Camping & Lodging Options (Advance reservation required)

To reserve accommodations or learn more, email jackie@kinshipecology.com

**Campsites will be available on a first come first serve basis**

Note: No Dogs allowed. No RV Hookups. Must have 4WD vehicle to access campsites.