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Friends of the Mark West Watershed

www.markwestwatershed.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit, Citizen Group

Mission:
We are a community dedicated to preserving, protecting, and restoring the Mark West Creek and its watershed as a natural and community resource

Contact:
Harriet Buckwalter
Friends of the Mark West Watershed
6985 Saint Helena Road
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Phone: (707) 538-5307
hbuck@sonic.net

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Sonoma

Activities:
Education, Advocacy, Policy, Conservation, Restoration, Regulation, Water Monitoring, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Habitat Restoration, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Watersheds/Hydrology

Educational Resources:
Guided Walks, Newsletter, Website, Speaker and/or Lecture Series

Education Programs:
Annual Hike & Hoot in the spring – Naturalist-led hikes and potluck meal
We are planning for semi-annual educational talks/workshops – check website for details

Target Audiences:
General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 100

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Annual Road Clean-Up
  Description:
Clean up of Saint Helena Road, Calistoga Road, as well as removal of Scotch Broom (invasive plant that is a fire hazard).
  When Needed:
Spring
  Qualifications:
Must be adults/young adults – road is not safe for children
  Commitment Required:
One Saturday and/or Sunday morning in the spring
  Application/Training:
None – briefing before clean up begins
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes for high school and older
  Contact:
Harriet Buckwalter
hbuck@sonic.net



  Program:
Cresta Riparian Restoration Project
  Description:
Helping to restore riparian corridor, conduct flora and fauna surveys
  When Needed:
TBA – please check website
  Qualifications:
None
  Commitment Required:
TBA – please check website
  Application/Training:
TBA – please check website
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Harriet Buckwalter
hbuck@sonic.net


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