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Coastal Watershed Council

www.coastal-watershed.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
To preserve and protect coastal watersheds through community stewardship, education and monitoring

Contact:
Greg Pepping
Coastal Watershed Council
345 Lake Ave, Suite F
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Phone: (831) 464-9200
Fax: (831) 464-9214
gpepping@coastalws.org

Geographical Focus:
Regional

Counties Served:
Santa Cruz, Monterey, San Mateo

Activities:
Research, Education, Conservation, Restoration, Water Monitoring

Topic:
Wildlife, Watershed Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff

Educational Resources:
Outreach Programs, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Website, Technical training and support for other watershed groups

Education Programs:
•  Training Manual: Central Coast Regional Citizen Monitoring Guide, a training manual for Watershed groups
•  Brochure: Coho Salmon and Steelhead on California's Central Coast

Target Audiences:
K-12th Grades, Adult, General Public

In-Service Training:
Docents/Volunteers, General Public, Policy Makers
Watershed monitoring and storm drain monitoring training for volunteers, watershed groups, agencies

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Clean Streams Volunteer, Urban Watch Volunteer
  Description:
Monitor biological, physical and chemical parameters of watersheds that enter the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Also monitor dry season urban storm drain runoff.
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Interest in science and the environment
  Commitment Required:
One day per month for one year
  Application/Training:
Volunteer registration form and one to two day protocol and field training
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
(831) 464-9200
volunteer@coastalws.org


Internship Opportunities

  Program:
Watershed Intern
  Description:
Monitoring and data collection and reporting support. Some clerical duties associated with monitoring programs. Each internship is tailored to the individual.
  When Needed:
Year-round
  Qualifications:
Masters students are given preference, only a few undergraduates have been accepted
  Application:
Submit resume and call to follow up. Include letter of interest with information reguarding what is desired from the internship experience.
  Number of Interns:
1-2 per semester
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Stipend:
Perhaps
  Credit:
Perhaps
  Contact Name:
(831) 464-9200
volunteer@coastalws.org


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