www.headwatersinstitute.org
Organization Type:
Non-Profit
Mission:
The Headwaters Institute organizes education seminars for professional guides and their river communities throughout the United States and abroad. These seminars encourage a deeper public understanding of the importance of healthy rivers and ecosystems. It is intended that informed individuals inspired by rivers will help protect, conserve, and restore their vitality for the enjoyment of future generations.
Contact:
Tom Hicks, Executive Director
Headwaters Institute
35 Temescal Terrace
San Francisco, CA 94118
Phone: (415) 309-2098
tomhicks@headwatersinstitute.org
Geographical Focus:
Local, National
Counties Served:
Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Solano, Sonoma
Specifically: Kern River, American River, N. Coastal Rivers, SF Bay Area
Activities:
Education, Tourism, Recreation, Resource Management
Topic:
Wetlands, Cultural History, Wildlife, Energy, Watershed Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Endangered Species, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Bay & Estuary Habitats, Marine/Estuary Reserves and Sanctuaries
Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Posters, Outreach Program, On-Site Program, Website, Speaker/Lecture Series
Education Programs:
Headwaters Institute organizes educational seminars for professional guides and their communities.
Target Audiences:
Professional river, fly-fishing, sea kayaking, mountaineering, and other tour guides.
In-Service Training:
Mainly for professional guides, but the watershed community at large can participate.
Volunteer Opportunities
Per case basis. Usually as members of seminar steering committee that organizes the seminar.
Internship Opportunities
Per case basis.
General Services:
$25/attendee, subsidized by sponsors and foundation grants