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U.S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service

www.ca.nrcs.usda.gov

Organization Type:
Government Agency

Mission:
The Natural Resources Conservation Service is the primary federal agency that works with private landowners to help them protect their natural resources. NRCS works in close cooperation with Resource Conservation Districts through field offices that serve nearly every county in the USA. NRCS emphasizes voluntary, science-based conservation technical assistance; partnerships; incentive-based programs; and cooperative problem-solving at the community level.

Contact:
Charlette R. Epifanio
U.S.D.A. Natural Resources Conservation Service
1301 Redwood Way, Suite 170
Petaluma, CA 94954
Phone: (707) 794-1242
Fax: (707) 794-7902
charlette.epifanio@ca.usda.gov

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Marin, Sonoma

Activities:
Education, Conservation, Restoration, Resource Management, Water Pollution Prevention

Topic:
Wildlife, Watersheds/Hydrology, Habitat Restoration, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Rangeland Management, Manure Nutrient Management

Educational Resources:
Activity/Learning Kit, Posters, Maps, Publications, Brochures, Website, Library/Lending Materials
Assorted public info materials on soil erosion and water quality protection on agricultural lands and private lands. Info includes riparian restoration, songbird habitat,and buffers.

Education Programs:
Diverse written publications and videos on conservation of natural resources on private lands, particularly agricultural lands. Topics include: soil erosion, water quality, watershed restoration, stream restoration, riparian songbird habitat, backyard conservation, soil quality, and others.

Target Audiences:
K-12, Teachers, Agricultural Producers, Private Landowners

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

Other Languages:
Written materials
Spanish, Hmong

In-Service Training:
Teachers, Students/Interns:
In cooperation and under the leadership of the local RCD, educational programs are offered to local elementary and secondary schools. Programs include: Americorps, Adopt-A-Watershed, FARMS and STRAW (Students and Teachers Restoring a Watershed). Program emphasis is riparian restoration and conservation of natural resources education.

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Earth Team Program - National Voluntary Conservation Program
  Description:
Opportunities are diverse depending on volunteer qualifications, but duties pertain to conservation of natural resources. Activities include: assistance with stream restoration activites such as monitoring and planting; creation of educational fact sheets; creation of public information program materials; outreach and education; and general field office assistance.
  When Needed:
Throughout the year
  Qualifications:
Some background in natural resource conservation, ecology, botany, watershed restoration is desirable. Person must appreciate the contribution of agriculture to society, including livestock agriculture.
  Commitment Required:
Flexible
  Application/Training:
Contact the field office for an interview appointment. On the job training is provided.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Charlette R. Epifanio
(707) 794-1242 ext.3


Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Assist field office conservationist with conservation planning activities on agricultural lands. Duties may include assisting with riparian restoration program, watershed water quality management, manure nutrient management. Duties also may include development of a public information program and/or educational materials.
  When Needed:
Throughout the year
  Qualifications:
College graduate or attending college desirable; others will be considered based on suitable skills and interest.
  Application:
Contact field office for interview appointment.
  Number of Interns:
1
  Housing Provided:
No
  Paid:
No
  Credit:
Yes, if college is agreeable.
  Contact Name:
Charlette R. Epifanio
(707) 794-1242 ext.3


Videos:
For loan, free of charge, or for purchase
•  Animal Wastes and Water Quality
•  California Envirothon
•  California's Liquid Gold
•  California Farmers Create Wetlands for Wildlife
•  Clear Water
•  Conservation in the Pacific Basin
•  Creative Cover Cropping for Perennial Farming Systems
•  Faces of the Future
•  How Water Moves Through Soil
•  Integrated Pest Management-Campbell Soup Co.
•  Life for Land
•  Los Bosques de los Estados Unidos-Una Herencia
•  Make it Known: America Counts on Agrculture
•  Naturally Fertile Field
•  Nutrients and Water Quality
•  On American Soil
•  Pathogens and Water Quality
•  Pesticides and Water Quality
•  Riders on the Storm
•  Seeding and Mulching to Prevent Erosion on Burn Areas
•  Sediments and Water Quality
•  Surface Irrigation/Riego Superficial
•  Micro Irrigation Management
•  The Fruits of Their Labor
•  To Quench a Thirst...the California Water Crisis
•  Tomki Watershed: A Project of Community Concern
•  Water Above and Beyond
•  Water and the Geologic Environment
•  Watersheds—Where Water Quality Begins

Disabled Access:
Field office provides disabled access.


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