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Mattole Restoration Council

www.mattole.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
Dedicated to the protection and restoration of natural systems in the Mattole River watershed and their maintenance as sustainable levels of health and productivity, especially in regards to forests, fisheries, and other native plant and animal communities

Contact:
Hezekiah Allen, Executive Director
Mattole Restoration Council
P.O. Box 160
Petrolia, CA 95558
Phone: (707) 629-3514
Fax: (707) 629-3577
mrc@mattole.org

Upriver Office
P.O. Box 223
Whitethorn, CA 95589
Phone: (707) 986-1078
Fax: (707) 986-1078
upriver@mattole.org

Geographical Focus:
Local

Counties Served:
Humboldt

Activities:
Research, Education, Conservation, Restoration, Water Pollution Prevention

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

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Maps, Publications, Newsletter, Brochures, Website, Library/Lending Materials

Education Programs:
We work with schools within the watershed to provide in class and on-site learning opportunities that facilitate active participation in watershed ecology and restoration.

We have a GIS program that provides information to watershed residents and others in the form of maps and digital files. We also take this program to the schools.

We offer two publications: Elements of Recovery, a survey of sources or erosion in the Mattole watershed, and Dynamics of Recovery, a study of the Mattole River estuary and a plan for its recovery.

Target Audiences:
K-12, Adult, Teacher, Non-Formal Educator, University Students, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

Volunteer Opportunities

  Description:
Opportunities exist within our programs (Resource Center, Forest Practices, Education, Reforestation, GIS, and Good Roads—Clear Creeks) to volunteer time and learning about watershed processes, ecology, and human interaction within natural systems. And we can always use help in our resource center.
  When Needed:
Anytime
  Qualifications:
Willingness to learn
  Commitment Required:
Depend upon the project
  Application/Training:
Apply to the Mattole Restoration Council,
P.O. Box 160, Petrolia, CA 95558
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Nancy Smith
(707) 629-3514


Internship Opportunities

  Description:
Dependant on intern, could work in Good Roads—Clear Creek program, Education program, GIS program
  When Needed:
Anytime
  Qualifications:
Computer knowledge, willingness to be in our outdoors in any type of weather
  Number of Interns:
2 or more
  Housing Provided:
Depends
  Paid:
No
  Stipend:
Depends
  Credit:
Depends
  Contact Name:
Nancy Smith
(707) 629-3514


Videos:
For purchase
•  Thinking Like a Watershed ($20.00)

Slideshows:
For loan
•  Watershed Restoration Projects

General Services:
Resource Center open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 10 am to 3 pm


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