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Successes Where we help win the fight

Promoting stewardship and conservation throughout the Sierra Nevada

Ambassador Program aims to protect Lake Tahoe’s natural beauty

Tahoe elementary students enjoy field trip to Tallac Historic Site

Preserving “Champion Trees” in Nevada to leave a lasting legacy

Free yards signs offered to Tahoe residents to encourage safe, slow driving

SYRCL’s 2023 Scotch Broom Challenge got into the weeds

Beautiful day for a Wildflower Walk & Talk in Pilot Hill

South Tahoe Earth Day – what a success!

Sierra Nevada conservation community convenes to discuss 30×30 environmental protection and preservation efforts

SNAP members gather in Groveland for annual spring training

Successful Take Care campaign expands to the Sierra Nevada

Environmental advocates gather at the Capitol to bring funding to the Sierra Nevada

Take Action! Join us and Save the Sierra

Sign on to the Power In Nature Letter – 30×30 & Climate Resiliency Goals

Sign on to CalWild’s joint letter in support of the new proposed BLM Rule

‘Outdoors for All’ Initiative Draft Strategy open for public comment

Bring Balance to the Bureau of Land Management

2023 Regional housing needs survey

Ask Your Lawmakers to Pass America’s Outdoor Recreation Act

Tell Congress not to give away public lands

Upcoming Events
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CA coastal commission monarch butterflies

Climate Video Challenge

October 31, 2022 - May 31, 2024

Forest Stewardship Workshops – Fresno-Madera Counties

May 3, 2023 - June 28, 2023

Celebration of Trails Month – BYLT

June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023

2023 Celebration of Trails: Art in Nature Installations

June 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023

2023 Celebration of Trails: Summer Star Hike Challenge

June 1, 2023 @ 8:00 am - June 21, 2023 @ 12:00 am

California Invasive Species Action Week

June 3, 2023 - June 11, 2023

Q&A with Keep Tahoe Blue – Webinar

June 6, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

SNARL Spring Series: ESLT ED/CEO Speaks on Mammoth Lakes US 395 Wildlife Crossing Project: Moving Forward

June 6, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Learning Exchange Series: Dimensions of Urban and Community Forestry

June 7, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

30×30 Priority: Long Valley Virtual Meeting

June 7, 2023 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

California Water Plan Update 2023 – Precipitation Enhancement Resource Management Strategy Workshop

June 8, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Eyes on the Lake Training Webinar

June 8, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Trail Work Volunteer Day: Indian Creek Trail

June 9, 2023

FIRE/LAND

June 10, 2023 @ 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Clean in a SNAP – Chimney Beach Tahoe Blue Crew Cleanup

June 11, 2023 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

14th Annual California Climate & Energy Forum

June 13, 2023 - June 14, 2023

Forest Carbon Markets 101 – Sierra Nevada Alliance Monthly Webinar

June 15, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Sierra Trout Camp 2023

June 17, 2023 - June 18, 2023

Trail Work Volunteer Day: West Side Rail Trail

June 17, 2023

Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day – Spring

June 17, 2023 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

June 19, 2023 - June 25, 2023

Tahoe Blue Crew Training

June 21, 2023 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Summer Speaker Series: A Lifetime of Science at Lake Tahoe

June 22, 2023 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Wild Tahoe Weekend at Taylor Creek Visitor Center

June 24, 2023 - June 25, 2023

side by side aerial maps of the mountains

Climate Change

The Sierra is severely impacted by the effects of the global climate crisis.

Wildlife

Preventing habitat loss and minimizing factors impacting threatened and endangered species.

Forests

Supporting healthy forest ecosystems and protecting them from the threats of development, wildfire, and disease.

Watersheds

Protecting and restoring Sierra rivers for their remarkable scenic, recreational, habitat, and historic values.

Issues A Region at risk

Since 1993, the Sierra Nevada Alliance has been protecting and restoring Sierra lands, water, wildlife, and communities.

Purpose
The Sierra Nevada Alliance exists to elevate and support Sierra ecosystems and communities.

Mission
We are a hub for stewardship of the Sierra Nevada, which we achieve by empowering and collaborating with our partners.

Vision
Every Sierra ecosystem and community is healthy, resilient, and collectively cared for through thriving partnerships, as a legacy for future generations.

Ways to Give

News Latest from the Range of Light

Tahoe National Forest extends seasonal road and trail closures

Tips for a safe Memorial Day weekend at Lake Tahoe

Severe winter damages key bridges in Sequoia and Kings Canyon Wilderness

Caldor Fire Restoration Project virtual public scoping meetings

Discover your new favorite National Forest spot this Memorial Day weekend

Spring is an active time for Tahoe bear cubs and yearlings

Newsom Administration releases ‘Outdoors for All’ initiative draft strategy

Power In Nature Coalition update on Governor Newsom’s proposed 2023-2024 budget revision

California adds nearly 1,000 square miles of conserved land in one year, making significant progress toward 30% goal

What to expect for the 2023 recreation season on the Eldorado National Forest

SYRCL has mixed reactions to the closed-door Yuba River negotiations

Joint news release: Agreement reopens Yuba River to salmon and sturgeon, launching ambitious river restoration

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SNAP Spotlight 💫

Annika Artle is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with Sierra Nevada Alliance (SNA) as the Education and Outreach Coordinator.

During her term, Annika helped launch the Take Care Sierra campaign, a recreational stewardship campaign designed to educate visitors and residents about how to take care of the region. Take Care Sierra is an extension of an already successful campaign in the Lake Tahoe Basin called Take Care Tahoe, which Annika also helps with. As part of her work on the campaign, Annika helps draft social media, emails, PSAs, and general marketing of the campaign.

Both campaigns are a collaboration of organizations in the area and rely on joint coordination to achieve common goals. Take Care Sierra aims to amplify and spread the message of Take Care Tahoe throughout the entire Sierra Nevada region. By working with conservation groups located across the entire range, the Take Care campaign can incorporate a diverse range of ideas and reach a wider audience.

SNA`s mission is to unite people and organizations to protect Sierra Nevada ecosystems and communities. The Take Care campaign amplifies that by providing fun and easy ways for visitors and residents to be stewards of the land so that we can all have a positive impact on this beautiful mountain range. Annika enjoys working with SNA to help spread Take Care messaging to protect such a valuable and incredible region.

Learn more about Annika`s work here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/promoting-stewardship-and-conservation-throughout-the-sierra-nevada/ or click our Linkin.bio

#sierranevadaalliance #sierra #savethesierra #americorps #californiavolunteers #sierranevada #education #outreach #community #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #gettingthingsdone #takecaretahoe #takecaresierra

Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation`s Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

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SNAP Spotlight 💫

Annika Artle is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with Sierra Nevada Alliance (SNA) as the Education and Outreach Coordinator.

During her term, Annika helped launch the Take Care Sierra campaign, a recreational stewardship campaign designed to educate visitors and residents about how to take care of the region. Take Care Sierra is an extension of an already successful campaign in the Lake Tahoe Basin called Take Care Tahoe, which Annika also helps with. As part of her work on the campaign, Annika helps draft social media, emails, PSAs, and general marketing of the campaign.

Both campaigns are a collaboration of organizations in the area and rely on joint coordination to achieve common goals. Take Care Sierra aims to amplify and spread the message of Take Care Tahoe throughout the entire Sierra Nevada region. By working with conservation groups located across the entire range, the Take Care campaign can incorporate a diverse range of ideas and reach a wider audience.

SNA's mission is to unite people and organizations to protect Sierra Nevada ecosystems and communities. The Take Care campaign amplifies that by providing fun and easy ways for visitors and residents to be stewards of the land so that we can all have a positive impact on this beautiful mountain range. Annika enjoys working with SNA to help spread Take Care messaging to protect such a valuable and incredible region.

Learn more about Annika's work here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/promoting-stewardship-and-conservation-throughout-the-sierra-nevada/ or click our Linkin.bio

#sierranevadaalliance #sierra #savethesierra #americorps #californiavolunteers #sierranevada #education #outreach #community #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #gettingthingsdone #takecaretahoe #takecaresierra

Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation's Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

Do you ever have 🔥burning🔥 questions about forest management and wildfire? 🌲 ⁠
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Check out this Storymap by Sustainable Northwest, where a team of leading fire and forest scientists summarized the consensus in the field on 10 common questions about fuel reduction in seasonally dry, fire-prone forests. ⁠
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Is thinning enough? Is suppression the goal? Will planting more trees mitigate climate change in Western forests? ⁠
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These questions and many more are answered in the Storymap, giving readers a better understanding of what our forests need. ⁠
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Check out the entire Storymap here https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/64f55848f690452da6c58e5a888ff283 or click our Linkin.bio ⁠
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@sustainablenw ⁠
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#SierraNevadaAlliance #sierra #savethesierra #sierranevada #servethesierra #forestry #greenjobs #forestryfriday #workforcedevelopment #healthyforests #protectourforests #sustainablenw #wildfire

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Do you ever have 🔥burning🔥 questions about forest management and wildfire? 🌲 ⁠
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Check out this Storymap by Sustainable Northwest, where a team of leading fire and forest scientists summarized the consensus in the field on 10 common questions about fuel reduction in seasonally dry, fire-prone forests. ⁠
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Is thinning enough? Is suppression the goal? Will planting more trees mitigate climate change in Western forests? ⁠
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These questions and many more are answered in the Storymap, giving readers a better understanding of what our forests need. ⁠
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Check out the entire Storymap here https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/64f55848f690452da6c58e5a888ff283 or click our Linkin.bio ⁠
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@sustainablenw ⁠
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#SierraNevadaAlliance #sierra #savethesierra #sierranevada #servethesierra #forestry #greenjobs #forestryfriday #workforcedevelopment #healthyforests #protectourforests #sustainablenw #wildfire

It’s time to stand up for nature and climate in California. 🏞️⁠
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To address California’s projected budget shortfall of $31.8 billion, Governor Newsom’s newly revised budget leaves a lack of funds for climate and natural resources projects. The Governor proposes a “climate resiliency bond” to fill the gap.⁠
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While we support a bond, several programs with proposed reduced funding cannot be backfilled with bond funding. ⁠
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We invite organizations to join us and sign the Power in Nature Coalition’s letter urging the Legislature to restore $45 million in essential funding for science, monitoring, planning, and capacity-building programs that cannot be backfilled with bond funding.⁠
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The deadline to sign the letter is close of business today, June 2.⁠
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Learn more here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/actions/sign-on-to-the-power-in-nature-letter-30x30-climate-resiliency-goals/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@powerinnatureca⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #sierra #savethesierra #climateaction #climatechange #climatejustice #climateresiliency #30x30ca #powerinnature #naturebasedsolutions #progress

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It’s time to stand up for nature and climate in California. 🏞️⁠
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To address California’s projected budget shortfall of $31.8 billion, Governor Newsom’s newly revised budget leaves a lack of funds for climate and natural resources projects. The Governor proposes a “climate resiliency bond” to fill the gap.⁠
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While we support a bond, several programs with proposed reduced funding cannot be backfilled with bond funding. ⁠
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We invite organizations to join us and sign the Power in Nature Coalition’s letter urging the Legislature to restore $45 million in essential funding for science, monitoring, planning, and capacity-building programs that cannot be backfilled with bond funding.⁠
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The deadline to sign the letter is close of business today, June 2.⁠
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Learn more here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/actions/sign-on-to-the-power-in-nature-letter-30x30-climate-resiliency-goals/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@powerinnatureca⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #sierra #savethesierra #climateaction #climatechange #climatejustice #climateresiliency #30x30ca #powerinnature #naturebasedsolutions #progress

We’re looking for volunteers for our next Tahoe Blue Crew Cleanup. 💙⁠
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Come join our Tahoe SNAP members for our Lake Tahoe Clean in a SNAP beach cleanup. We’ll be enjoying the sunset while picking up trash after what we expect to be a busy weekend.⁠
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Sunday, June 11, from 6 – 8 pm⁠
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Every volunteer must sign a waiver, which can be completed online in advance.⁠
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The cleanup will take place at Chimney Beach on the east shore of Lake Tahoe. This is a popular beach on the weekends, so we expect to find a lot of trash on Sunday evening.⁠
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What to bring: Gloves, water bottle, litter picker, sturdy shoes, and layers. Cleanup supplies will be available to use for those who need them.⁠
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Sign up here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/event/clean-in-a-snap-chimney-beach/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@keeptahoeblue⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierra #sierranevada #climatechange #savethesierra #climateaction #conservation #servethesierra #gettingthingsdone #californiavolunteers #americorps #keeptahoeblue #tahoebluecrew #cleaninaSNAP #laketahoe #chimneybeach⁠
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Participating in this cleanup with add you to the Sierra Nevada Alliance email audience. You can opt-out at any time.

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SNAP Spotlight💫

Noé Romo Loera is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with American Forests as a Southern Sierra Reforestation Technician.

American Forests projects in the Southern Sierra aim to reforest and recover over 2,600 acres of land affected by high-intensity fires. On-the-ground work such as climate-smart reforestation, natural regeneration surveying, and cone collection aid in increasing forest resilience and carbon sequestration. Partners in this project include Sequoia National Forest, Tule River Indian Tribe, and Mountain Home Demonstration State Forest.

Noé’s role includes supporting on-the-ground implementation of a variety of forest resilience projects, including site preparation and tree planting, and cone collection. Additionally, Noé has been developing and practicing scientifically robust surveying methods to collect data to support decision-making around future post-fire restoration treatments. Noé also conducts outreach, works with partners, and pursues training opportunities.

Noé is originally from Aguascalientes, Mexico, and received their BA in Environmental Studies - Conservation Science and Policy from UC Santa Cruz. Before joining SNAP, they worked as a Resource Assistant for the Inyo National Forest. During the term, they look forward to learning and sharing knowledge regarding the reforestation framework. Noé also looks forward to creating professional connections with like-minded individuals in the field and returning to some of these planting sites to see how well the trees are doing.

Learn more about the SNAP program here sierranevadaalliance.org/snap or click our Linkin.bio

#sierranevadaalliance #gettingthingsdone #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #californiavolunteers #americorps #americanrivers #sequoia #reforestation #forestry

Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation`s Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

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SNAP Spotlight💫

Noé Romo Loera is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with American Forests as a Southern Sierra Reforestation Technician.

American Forests projects in the Southern Sierra aim to reforest and recover over 2,600 acres of land affected by high-intensity fires. On-the-ground work such as climate-smart reforestation, natural regeneration surveying, and cone collection aid in increasing forest resilience and carbon sequestration. Partners in this project include Sequoia National Forest, Tule River Indian Tribe, and Mountain Home Demonstration State Forest.

Noé’s role includes supporting on-the-ground implementation of a variety of forest resilience projects, including site preparation and tree planting, and cone collection. Additionally, Noé has been developing and practicing scientifically robust surveying methods to collect data to support decision-making around future post-fire restoration treatments. Noé also conducts outreach, works with partners, and pursues training opportunities.

Noé is originally from Aguascalientes, Mexico, and received their BA in Environmental Studies - Conservation Science and Policy from UC Santa Cruz. Before joining SNAP, they worked as a Resource Assistant for the Inyo National Forest. During the term, they look forward to learning and sharing knowledge regarding the reforestation framework. Noé also looks forward to creating professional connections with like-minded individuals in the field and returning to some of these planting sites to see how well the trees are doing.

Learn more about the SNAP program here sierranevadaalliance.org/snap or click our Linkin.bio

#sierranevadaalliance #gettingthingsdone #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #californiavolunteers #americorps #americanrivers #sequoia #reforestation #forestry

Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation's Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

It’s time to take action to make the outdoors a more welcoming place for everyone 🏕️⁠
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The California Natural Resources Agency recently released a draft strategy for their Outdoors for All initiative, detailing how public and private partners can work together to achieve equitable outdoor access for all Californians.⁠
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The Outdoors for All initiative aims to ensure that every person in California has access to parks, open space, and nature, regardless of their background or location. Public input on the draft strategy is highly encouraged so that CNRA can achieve its goals in everyone`s best interest. You can give your input until July 10.⁠
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Comment here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/actions/outdoors-for-all-initiative-draft-strategy-open-for-public-comment/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@canaturalresourcesagency⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #sierra #savethesierra #climateaction #climatechange #climatejustice #naturebasedsolutions #recreation #stewardship #outdoorsforall #CNRA

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It’s time to take action to make the outdoors a more welcoming place for everyone 🏕️⁠
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The California Natural Resources Agency recently released a draft strategy for their Outdoors for All initiative, detailing how public and private partners can work together to achieve equitable outdoor access for all Californians.⁠
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The Outdoors for All initiative aims to ensure that every person in California has access to parks, open space, and nature, regardless of their background or location. Public input on the draft strategy is highly encouraged so that CNRA can achieve its goals in everyone's best interest. You can give your input until July 10.⁠
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Comment here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/actions/outdoors-for-all-initiative-draft-strategy-open-for-public-comment/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@canaturalresourcesagency⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #sierra #savethesierra #climateaction #climatechange #climatejustice #naturebasedsolutions #recreation #stewardship #outdoorsforall #CNRA

SNAP Spotlight 💫⁠
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Natasha Stott is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with the Nevada Division of Forestry this year as a program assistant to their Urban & Community Forestry Program. She also works as a Program Assistant at Sierra Nevada Alliance, where she helps coordinate the SNAP program.⁠
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During her term, Natasha has been helping NDF develop its Big Tree Program. The program finds and records the biggest trees of each species found throughout the state of Nevada. The biggest trees, called "Champions," are determined through a point system designated by American Forests.⁠
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Natasha works to update the program data, taking measurements of the existing champion trees in Washoe County and around the Tahoe basin. Natasha engages with the residential owners of these champion trees and is also developing a GIS map that will showcase all of the tree locations in the state. In addition, she’s developing tools that will make this program and its related information more accessible to community members.⁠
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The Big Tree Program seeks to engage with the public and educate them about the many tree species that Nevada supports. Protecting trees is essential as they are an integral part of the ecosystems in the Sierra.⁠
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Learn more about Natasha`s work here sierranevadaalliance.org/preserving-champion-trees-in-nevada-to-leave-a-lasting-legacy/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@californiavolunteers⁠
@americorps⁠
@nevadaforestry⁠
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📷: Natasha Stott⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierra #savethesierra #americorps #sierranevada #nevada #NDF #education #outreach #community #forestry #bigtreeprogram #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #gettingthingsdone⁠
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Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation`s Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

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SNAP Spotlight 💫⁠
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Natasha Stott is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with the Nevada Division of Forestry this year as a program assistant to their Urban & Community Forestry Program. She also works as a Program Assistant at Sierra Nevada Alliance, where she helps coordinate the SNAP program.⁠
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During her term, Natasha has been helping NDF develop its Big Tree Program. The program finds and records the biggest trees of each species found throughout the state of Nevada. The biggest trees, called "Champions," are determined through a point system designated by American Forests.⁠
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Natasha works to update the program data, taking measurements of the existing champion trees in Washoe County and around the Tahoe basin. Natasha engages with the residential owners of these champion trees and is also developing a GIS map that will showcase all of the tree locations in the state. In addition, she’s developing tools that will make this program and its related information more accessible to community members.⁠
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The Big Tree Program seeks to engage with the public and educate them about the many tree species that Nevada supports. Protecting trees is essential as they are an integral part of the ecosystems in the Sierra.⁠
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Learn more about Natasha's work here sierranevadaalliance.org/preserving-champion-trees-in-nevada-to-leave-a-lasting-legacy/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@californiavolunteers⁠
@americorps⁠
@nevadaforestry⁠
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📷: Natasha Stott⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierra #savethesierra #americorps #sierranevada #nevada #NDF #education #outreach #community #forestry #bigtreeprogram #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #gettingthingsdone⁠
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Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation's Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

This summer, take a vacation from speeding 🚗⁠
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Take Care Tahoe is taking on traffic safety by distributing free yard signs to the public that encourage drivers to “Take it Slow, Tahoe.” Driving slowly can protect people, pets, and wildlife, and gives you more time to take in the scenery.⁠
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You can pick up a free yard sign from Take Care Tahoe at one of eight locations around the lake to encourage drivers to slow down to protect people and animals.⁠
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Learn where to get your sign here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/take-it-slow-tahoe/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@takecaretahoe⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #conservation #stewardship #savethesierra #sierra #recreation #climatechange #climateaction #climatejustice #takecaretahoe #takeitslowtahoe #laketahoe

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This summer, take a vacation from speeding 🚗⁠
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Take Care Tahoe is taking on traffic safety by distributing free yard signs to the public that encourage drivers to “Take it Slow, Tahoe.” Driving slowly can protect people, pets, and wildlife, and gives you more time to take in the scenery.⁠
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You can pick up a free yard sign from Take Care Tahoe at one of eight locations around the lake to encourage drivers to slow down to protect people and animals.⁠
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Learn where to get your sign here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/take-it-slow-tahoe/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@takecaretahoe⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #conservation #stewardship #savethesierra #sierra #recreation #climatechange #climateaction #climatejustice #takecaretahoe #takeitslowtahoe #laketahoe

Our Sierra Corps Forestry Fellowship Program is hiring 🌲⁠
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The Alliance is searching for two Fellows to join our forestry program. Our Sierra Corps Fellows live and work in the Sierra, actively contributing to reforestation and fire mitigation efforts. It’s an excellent learning and growth opportunity.⁠
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We’re accepting applications now and will continue recruitment until both positions are filled. June 2023 is the ideal start date. ⁠
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Learn more and apply here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/careers/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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#SierraNevadaAlliance #sierra #savethesierra #servethesierra #forestry #greenjobs #workforcedevelopment #healthyforests #protectourforests #calfire #forestfutures #ttcf #sierracorps⁠
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Funding for Sierra Corps provided by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Business and Workforce Development Grants, and is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation`s Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area PreservationFoundation (MAP) and Sierra Watch.

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Our Sierra Corps Forestry Fellowship Program is hiring 🌲⁠
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The Alliance is searching for two Fellows to join our forestry program. Our Sierra Corps Fellows live and work in the Sierra, actively contributing to reforestation and fire mitigation efforts. It’s an excellent learning and growth opportunity.⁠
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We’re accepting applications now and will continue recruitment until both positions are filled. June 2023 is the ideal start date. ⁠
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Learn more and apply here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/careers/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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#SierraNevadaAlliance #sierra #savethesierra #servethesierra #forestry #greenjobs #workforcedevelopment #healthyforests #protectourforests #calfire #forestfutures #ttcf #sierracorps⁠
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Funding for Sierra Corps provided by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection’s Business and Workforce Development Grants, and is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation's Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area PreservationFoundation (MAP) and Sierra Watch.

We’ve got some news to share about California’s progress to conserve an additional 30% of California’s land and water by 2030. 🌱⁠
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Since April 2022, California has added nearly 1,000 square miles of conserved land. This brings statewide totals to 24.4% of lands and 16.2% of coastal waters protected. While this is great news, we still have a long way to reach our 30x30 goals.⁠
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California is a leader in the international movement to protect 30% of our lands and coastal waters by 2030, and the Alliance is proud to be coordinating 30x30 efforts throughout the Sierra Nevada.⁠
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Learn more and read the Power in Nature Coalitation’s report here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/ca-makes-significant-progress-toward-30x30/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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@powerinnatureca⁠
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We’ve got some news to share about California’s progress to conserve an additional 30% of California’s land and water by 2030. 🌱⁠
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Since April 2022, California has added nearly 1,000 square miles of conserved land. This brings statewide totals to 24.4% of lands and 16.2% of coastal waters protected. While this is great news, we still have a long way to reach our 30x30 goals.⁠
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California is a leader in the international movement to protect 30% of our lands and coastal waters by 2030, and the Alliance is proud to be coordinating 30x30 efforts throughout the Sierra Nevada.⁠
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Learn more and read the Power in Nature Coalitation’s report here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/ca-makes-significant-progress-toward-30x30/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #sierra #savethesierra #climateaction #climatechange #climatejustice #30x30ca #powerinnature #naturebasedsolutions #progress #30x30

SNAP Spotlight 💫

Claire McHenry is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) as an Education Program Assistant.

TERC is dedicated to interdisciplinary research and education to advance the knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and their interactions within natural and developed Earth systems, and to communicate science-informed solutions worldwide.

In her role, Claire is responsible for volunteer communication, event coordination, marketing, social media, field trip education, and science communication in the form of ESRI StoryMaps. Claire also works with numerous partner organizations in the Lake Tahoe area to plan educational events. She developed a new event this year called Full STEAM Ahead in collaboration with Tahoe Backyard and Chickadee Art Collective, which combines art and science education in a bilingual (Spanish) community event.

Claire is originally from Seattle, WA, and received her BA in Geology with a minor in GIS from Macalester College. Before joining SNAP, she worked at the U.S. Geological Survey Wetland and Aquatic Research Center in Lafayette, Louisiana.

During her term, she’s most looking forward to more event planning. She loves to see her organization and communication skills pay off when an event is a success! Claire also enjoys running the social media account, helping her to always be aware of what`s happening in the region.

Learn more about the SNAP program here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/snap or click our Linkin.bio

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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #climatechange #savethesierra #gettingthingsdone #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #californiavolunteers #americorps #TERC #environmentaleducation #science #laketahoe

Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation`s Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

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May 24

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SNAP Spotlight 💫

Claire McHenry is a Sierra Nevada AmeriCorps Partnership (SNAP) member working with the UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) as an Education Program Assistant.

TERC is dedicated to interdisciplinary research and education to advance the knowledge of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems and their interactions within natural and developed Earth systems, and to communicate science-informed solutions worldwide.

In her role, Claire is responsible for volunteer communication, event coordination, marketing, social media, field trip education, and science communication in the form of ESRI StoryMaps. Claire also works with numerous partner organizations in the Lake Tahoe area to plan educational events. She developed a new event this year called Full STEAM Ahead in collaboration with Tahoe Backyard and Chickadee Art Collective, which combines art and science education in a bilingual (Spanish) community event.

Claire is originally from Seattle, WA, and received her BA in Geology with a minor in GIS from Macalester College. Before joining SNAP, she worked at the U.S. Geological Survey Wetland and Aquatic Research Center in Lafayette, Louisiana.

During her term, she’s most looking forward to more event planning. She loves to see her organization and communication skills pay off when an event is a success! Claire also enjoys running the social media account, helping her to always be aware of what's happening in the region.

Learn more about the SNAP program here https://sierranevadaalliance.org/snap or click our Linkin.bio

@californiavolunteers
@americorps
@ucdavistahoe

#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #climatechange #savethesierra #gettingthingsdone #servethesierra #SNAPspotlight #californiavolunteers #americorps #TERC #environmentaleducation #science #laketahoe

Funding for SNAP is supported by Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation's Nature Fund and Martis Fund - a collaborative project of Martis Camp landowners, DMB/Highlands Group (the developers of Martis Camp), Mountain Area Preservation Foundation (MAP), and Sierra Watch. Sierra Nevada Alliance is a proud grantee of AmeriCorps and California Volunteers, Office of the Governor.

Are you signed up for our next webinar? This month we’re learning all about water in the Sierra. 💧⁠
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Wednesday, May 4, at 2 pm⁠
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Andy Sawyer, Assistant Chief Council with the California State Water Board, will dive into recent CA water rights management and Delta water quality planning developments.⁠
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Alex Leumer, Environmental Attorney and Policy Consultant, and Sam Davidson, Senior Policy Analyst with Trout Unlimited, will update us on current water issues in the CA state legislature, as well as the role of freshwater in achieving the state’s 30x30 goals.⁠
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We hope to see you there!⁠
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Register here sierranevadaalliance.org/event/whats-new-with-water-in-the-sierra/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #conservation #stewardship #savethesierra #sierra #climateaction #climatejustice #30x30ca #naturebasedsolutions #waterrights #waterquality #drought #californiawater

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May 23

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Are you signed up for our next webinar? This month we’re learning all about water in the Sierra. 💧⁠
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Wednesday, May 4, at 2 pm⁠
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Andy Sawyer, Assistant Chief Council with the California State Water Board, will dive into recent CA water rights management and Delta water quality planning developments.⁠
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Alex Leumer, Environmental Attorney and Policy Consultant, and Sam Davidson, Senior Policy Analyst with Trout Unlimited, will update us on current water issues in the CA state legislature, as well as the role of freshwater in achieving the state’s 30x30 goals.⁠
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We hope to see you there!⁠
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Register here sierranevadaalliance.org/event/whats-new-with-water-in-the-sierra/ or click our Linkin.bio⁠
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#sierranevadaalliance #sierranevada #conservation #stewardship #savethesierra #sierra #climateaction #climatejustice #30x30ca #naturebasedsolutions #waterrights #waterquality #drought #californiawater

Successes Where we help win the fight

Promoting stewardship and conservation throughout the Sierra Nevada

Ambassador Program aims to protect Lake Tahoe’s natural beauty

Tahoe elementary students enjoy field trip to Tallac Historic Site

Preserving “Champion Trees” in Nevada to leave a lasting legacy

Free yards signs offered to Tahoe residents to encourage safe, slow driving

SYRCL’s 2023 Scotch Broom Challenge got into the weeds

Beautiful day for a Wildflower Walk & Talk in Pilot Hill

South Tahoe Earth Day – what a success!

Sierra Nevada conservation community convenes to discuss 30×30 environmental protection and preservation efforts

SNAP members gather in Groveland for annual spring training

Successful Take Care campaign expands to the Sierra Nevada

Environmental advocates gather at the Capitol to bring funding to the Sierra Nevada

Take Action! Join us and Save the Sierra

Sign on to the Power In Nature Letter – 30×30 & Climate Resiliency Goals

Sign on to CalWild’s joint letter in support of the new proposed BLM Rule

‘Outdoors for All’ Initiative Draft Strategy open for public comment

Bring Balance to the Bureau of Land Management

2023 Regional housing needs survey

Ask Your Lawmakers to Pass America’s Outdoor Recreation Act

Tell Congress not to give away public lands

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Climate Video Challenge

Forest Stewardship Workshops – Fresno-Madera Counties

Celebration of Trails Month – BYLT

2023 Celebration of Trails: Art in Nature Installations

2023 Celebration of Trails: Summer Star Hike Challenge

California Invasive Species Action Week

Q&A with Keep Tahoe Blue – Webinar

SNARL Spring Series: ESLT ED/CEO Speaks on Mammoth Lakes US 395 Wildlife Crossing Project: Moving Forward

Learning Exchange Series: Dimensions of Urban and Community Forestry

30×30 Priority: Long Valley Virtual Meeting

California Water Plan Update 2023 – Precipitation Enhancement Resource Management Strategy Workshop

Eyes on the Lake Training Webinar

Trail Work Volunteer Day: Indian Creek Trail

FIRE/LAND

Clean in a SNAP – Chimney Beach Tahoe Blue Crew Cleanup

14th Annual California Climate & Energy Forum

Forest Carbon Markets 101 – Sierra Nevada Alliance Monthly Webinar

Sierra Trout Camp 2023

Trail Work Volunteer Day: West Side Rail Trail

Tahoe Forest Stewardship Day – Spring

TERC Circ(umnavigation) of Lake Tahoe

Tahoe Blue Crew Training

Summer Speaker Series: A Lifetime of Science at Lake Tahoe

Wild Tahoe Weekend at Taylor Creek Visitor Center

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Since 1993, the Sierra Nevada Alliance has been protecting and restoring Sierra lands, water, wildlife, and communities.

News Latest from the Range of Light

Tahoe National Forest extends seasonal road and trail closures

Tips for a safe Memorial Day weekend at Lake Tahoe

Severe winter damages key bridges in Sequoia and Kings Canyon Wilderness

Caldor Fire Restoration Project virtual public scoping meetings

Discover your new favorite National Forest spot this Memorial Day weekend

Spring is an active time for Tahoe bear cubs and yearlings

Newsom Administration releases ‘Outdoors for All’ initiative draft strategy

Power In Nature Coalition update on Governor Newsom’s proposed 2023-2024 budget revision

California adds nearly 1,000 square miles of conserved land in one year, making significant progress toward 30% goal

What to expect for the 2023 recreation season on the Eldorado National Forest

SYRCL has mixed reactions to the closed-door Yuba River negotiations

Joint news release: Agreement reopens Yuba River to salmon and sturgeon, launching ambitious river restoration

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