Fish
Steelhead trout and salmon are anadromous fish, meaning they are born in freshwater, migrate to the ocean, and return to freshwater as adults to spawn. The streams of Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino Counties historically supported large numbers of steelhead trout, Chinook salmon, and coho salmon. Although their populations have declined sharply in the past several decades, landowners, public...read more
Field Day
Over 120 students attended a field day to plant more than 400 trees and shrubs at a creek riparian habitat enhancement project. Student field days are a great opportunity for students who would like to get out of the classroom and participate in a hands-on learning experience, develop leadership skills, and learn about possible career opportunities in science, agriculture, and environmental...read more
Rangeland
Livestock and rangeland provide essential ecological, scenic, cultural, economic, and recreational values throughout Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. The RCDs work collaboratively with partners, landowners and land managers to achieve management goals and conserve local agricultural and natural resources.read more