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Friends of Corte Madera Creek Watershed

www.friendsofcortemaderacreek.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit, Citizen Group

Mission:
To protect and enhance the health of our creeks

Contact:
Carole d’Alessio or Sandra Guldman
Friends of Corte Madera Creek Watershed
P.O. Box 415
Larkspur, CA 94977
Phone: (415) 456-5052
Fax: (415) 456-4992
info@friendsofcortemaderacreek.org

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Marin

Activities:
Research, Education, Advocacy, Policy, Conservation, Restoration, Water Monitoring, Water Pollution Prevention, Resource Management

Topic:
Wetlands, Wildlife, Watersheds/Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Bay & Estuary Habitats

Educational Resources:
Maps, Outreach Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Publications, Newsletter, Exhibits/Displays, Multimedia, Website

Speaker/Lecture Series:
Free programs that focus on creek and watershed history, issues and resources

Education Programs:
Materials include: Geomorphic Assessment of the Corte Madera Creek Watershed, Fisheries Resources of the Corte Madera Creek Watershed

Target Audiences:
4th-6th Grades (occasionally), 10th-12th Grades, General Public

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Restoration and Cleanups
  Description:
Non-native plant removal, planting and cleanups
  When Needed:
Mostly during winter and early spring, some summer maintenance
  Qualifications:
None
  Commitment Required:
No minimum commitment
  Application/Training:
On the job training
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Charles Kennard
(415) 457-1147
info@friendsofcortemaderacreek.org


 

Program:
CreekWatchers

  Description:
Participation in surveys, testing and habitat assessment
  When Needed:
Spring, summer and early fall
  Qualifications:
None
  Commitment Required:
Usually no minimum commitment, although we have in the past required 8 hours
  Application/Training:
Three hour workshop, and on the job training
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Carole d’Alessio
(415) 454-8608
info@friendsofcortemaderacreek.org


Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Internships are tailored to a person’s interests. Responsibilities may include database development, data entry, and mapping of creek assessment information. Alternately, an intern may develop background information for news articles by reviewing historical pictures and interviewing community members.
  When Needed:
Throughout the year, for six months to one year
  Qualifications:
Interest
  Application:
Provide statement of interest and recommendation
  Number of Interns:
1
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Credit:
Yes


CD-Rom:
For purchase
Friends of Corte Madera Creek Watershed Technical Reports:
•  Fishery Resources Conditions ($10)
•  Geomorphic Assessment ($10)

Slideshows:
Free of charge
•  Corte Madera Creek Watershed


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