Subscribe for a FREE Daily Dose of greer's OC
FacebookTwitterRSSYouTubeFollow Me on Pinterest

Blog



Two Upcoming Workshops at the Environmental Nature Center

03.19.26

The Environmental Nature Center in Newport Beach is offering two engaging workshops this month designed to connect the community with food, nature and the local landscape.

Outdoor Cooking with Chef Corso

March 24 | 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Chef Corso, a classically trained chef and host of the Outdoor Eats TV series, will lead a lively cooking workshop focused on preparing great meals outdoors using simple gear and fresh ingredients.

During the demonstration, Corso will cover camp stove basics, smart meal planning and grocery strategies that make outdoor cooking easier and more enjoyable. Guests will watch several trail-tested recipes come together and enjoy tastings along the way.

The workshop is ideal for day hikers, backpackers, RV travelers and car campers looking to improve their outdoor cooking skills.

Corso is the creator of Outdoor Eats, where he teaches people how to prepare memorable meals outside using straightforward techniques and fresh ingredients. Through his television series, cookbooks and workshops across the country, he has helped thousands of outdoor enthusiasts upgrade their trail meals.

Cost is $22.50 for ENC members and $25 for nonmembers. Reservations and more information, here.

Belonging to Place: Why Native Plants Matter with Mike Evans

March 29 | 1 to 2 p.m.

Renowned California native plant horticulturist Mike Evans will open the Environmental Nature Center’s 2026 Native Plant Workshop Series with a thoughtful look at the role native plants play in Southern California landscapes.

Evans, founder of Tree of Life Nursery, will explore how gardening with native plants connects people more deeply to the places where they live. Drawing on more than four decades of horticultural experience, he will discuss how local landscapes function and why working with nature rather than against it leads to healthier and more resilient gardens.

The class also looks at the broader idea of belonging, asking what it means for both plants and people to be rooted in a place shaped by climate, soil and time.

The workshop is presented in partnership with the California Native Horticulture Foundation and reflects a shared commitment to expanding place based ecological education in Orange County.

Reservations and more information, here. 

Environmental Nature Center is at 1601 E. 16th Street, Newport Beach. 949.645.8489 

Pin It

Blog



What to Know About Medicare for You or Someone You Care About

03.18.26

Even if Medicare feels far off for you personally, chances are it is very relevant for someone in your life. A parent, relative, neighbor or close friend may be approaching 65, retiring or trying to make sense of health care options during a major life transition.

Medicare can be confusing. 

There are different parts, enrollment windows, deadlines and choices that can affect coverage and costs for years to come. Missing an enrollment period or making the wrong assumption can lead to late penalties or gaps in coverage. That is why it helps to learn the basics before a birthday or retirement date is right around the corner.

If you are approaching Medicare age yourself, or helping someone else who is, taking time to understand when to enroll, what happens if you are still working and how Original Medicare compares with Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans can make the process far less stressful.

This is one of those topics many people do not think about until they are already in the middle of it. A little preparation can make a big difference.

If you have questions about Medicare, whether for yourself or for someone you care about, you are always welcome to reach out. I am happy to help point you in the right direction.

Greer Wylder
Wylder Insurance
Office 949.300.8713
greerwylder@gmail.com
Licensed Insurance Agent, CA License #4354817

We do not offer every plan available in your area. Currently we represent five organizations  which offer 49 products in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov, 1-800-MEDICARE, or your local State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) to get information on all of your options.

Pin It

‹ First  < 6 7 8 9 10 >  Last ›

Follow Greer on Pinterest

Subscribe to Greer's OC

from the blog

More Daily Doses