Tour Condor’s Hope Vineyard in the Cuyama Valley and see how a dry-farmed vineyard can succeed in an arid landscape. Steve Gliessman will share insights on vineyard design, rootstock selection, and establishment practices that help set vines up for long-term resilience. Learn how soil cultivation techniques can maximize storage of limited rainfall, along with other farming practices tailored to this unique site. Transportation is provided. Please select the carpool transportation option when registering if you plan to ride with the group. Itinerary: 8:00-9:00 am - Pick up at Santa Maria Speedway 9:00-11:00 am - Tour at Condor's Hope Vineyard 11:00 am-12:00 pm - Drop off at Santa Maria Speedway REGISTER   Pick up location for carpool transportation: Santa Maria Speedway, 1900 Hutton Rd, Nipomo, CA 93444     This meeting is funded by the Department of Water Resources and is a collaboration between CSWA and CAFF.  &nbs

Experience an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of three unique dry-farmed vineyards in Paso Robles.  Walk the sites alongside the growers themselves as they share their hands-on experience, challenges, and innovative approaches to dry farming. Delve into critical topics such as vine spacing, floor and canopy management, varietal selection, and site-specific strategies for thriving without irrigation. This is an opportunity to engage with like-minded professionals, exchange insights, and see firsthand how dry farming shapes vine health, fruit quality, and wine character. REGISTER Site locations: Armory Vineyards  John Rolph Family Vineyards  Adelaida Cellars  CE: CCA 2 - SWM Logistics: Arrive to the pick-up location (Paso Robles Event Center) betweem 7:15-7:30 am for a 7:45 am departure. Coffee will be available. We will return to our meeting spot at 11:00 am. Look for the Vineyard Team sign. This event is free and open to the public. Transportation is included (to

Our Holiday Lights Tour is back! A family favorite, we offer warm beverages for adults and kids. Our mid-week tour is 2.5 hours in Sonoma County and is a perfect and affordable option to celebrate with family, friends or office colleagues. Rates include hot chocolate for children and 'spiked' peppermint cocoa for adults. Please email or call direct for weekend rates. Inquire directly for add-on service such as touring the holiday light displays at San Francisco's Union Square, Pier 39 or Golden Gate Park. We are also booking New Year's Eve celebrations and welcome your personal itinerary. Our friendly drivers take you to light displays in our area. Enjoy Christmas carols along the way. Rates include all fees and tax. Gratuity is not included. (Industry standard is 20 percent). Partition screens are in place and health protocols are practiced. Please visit our FLEET pagefor vehicle details and pictures. Beverage sip masks may also be available.