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Quail Ridge Wilderness Conservancy

www.quailridge.org

Organization Type:
Non-Profit

Mission:
The Conservancy is dedicated to wilderness preservation, promoting biological diversity, native habitat research, and education about nature and environmental stewardship.

Contact:
Frank Maurer, Executive Director
Quail Ridge Wilderness Conservancy
25344 County Road 95
Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (530) 758-1387
Fax: (530) 758-1316
quailrid@quailridge.org

Geographical Focus:
Regional

Counties Served:
Napa, Sacramento, Solano, Yolo

Activities:
Research, Education, Conservation

Topic:
Cultural History, Wildlife, Habitat Restoration

Educational Resources:
Curriculum, Outreach Programs, On-Site Programs, Guided Walks, Field Trips, Nature Trails, Brochures, Exhibits/Displays, Website, Speaker/Lecture Series

Education Programs:

  • The Natural and Cultural History of the Lake Berryessa region: daylong half-day boat tours (once a month)
  • Interpretive walks on Quail Ridge Reserve
  • Talks to local groups (about Reserve and general topics relating to conservation, restoration, etc.) are available by arrangement
  • Special interpretive walks for groups or classes may be arranged throughout the year
  • A teacher’s guide (curriculum) has been developed to accompany our video #1, listed below

Target Audiences:
Teacher, General Public

Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 30

Other Languages:
Spanish, Chinese: We have translations of our brochures in Spanish and Chinese

In-Service Training:
Teachers:
We offer an on-site (at Quail Ridge Reserve) teacher workshop on "The Role of Native Plants in California's Ecosystem" for a half day.

Volunteer Opportunities

  Program:
Quail Ridge Wilderness Conservancy
  Description:
Volunteers may help with eradication of non-native invasive plants at Quail Ridge Reserve. They may also help with inventory of flora and fauna species. They may help with tabling at environmental events and with handing out brochures and other informational materials. Seriously interested volunteers may learn to lead interpretive walls on the Reserve.
  When Needed:
Variable
  Qualifications:
Maturity, sense of commitment to the environment, a sincere love of the outdoors and willingness to work when the weather is less than beautiful
  Commitment Required:
TBA
  Application/Training:
Contact the Executive Director for an initial meeting, training is dependent upon volunteer's interest.
  Community Service Documentation:
Yes
  Contact:
Frank Maurer
(530) 758-1387


Videos:
For purchase
•  Quail Ridge Reserve: The Human and Natural History of California's Coast Range (28 and 12 minute versions) ($20.00)
•  Reflections: A Musical Journey Through Quailridge Reserve (55 minutes) ($25.00)

General Services:
Picnic Area, Telephone

Parking Availability:
Limited parking. Persons coming on walks on the Reserve generally need to carpool to some extent.

Disabled Access:
Our boat trips are disabled accessible.


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