www.wishtoyo.org
Organization Type:
Non-Profit
Mission:
The Wishtoyo Foundation protects and preserves the culture and history of
coastal communities and fosters responsibility to our waters, marine habitats
and watersheds through research, education, community action and where
necessary, citizen enforcement. We aim to utilize traditional Chumash beliefs,
practices, songs, stories and dances to create self-respect and a greater
awareness of our connection with, and dependence upon, the natural
Environment.
Contact:
Mr. Mati Waiya
Wishtoyo Foundation/Ventura Coastkeeper
3875-A Telegraph Road, #423
Ventura, CA 93003
Phone: (805) 658-1120
Fax: (805) 258-5107
info@wishtoyo.org - Misc. correspondence
matiwaiya@wishtoyo.org – Cultural Presentations
Geographical Focus:
Regional
Counties Served:
Ventura (cities of Ventura, Camarillo, Oxnard), Los Angeles (outlying)
Activities:
Water Sampling, Research, Education, Advocacy, Conservation, Restoration, Regulations, Pesticides, Cultural Resources, Cultural Heritage Presentations, Pollution Prevention
Topic:
Bay & Estuary Habitats, Coastal Access, Coastal Processes, Cultural History, Environmental Justice, Fisheries, Habitat Restoration, Marine/Estuary Reserves & Sanctuaries, Water Quality/Storm Water Runoff, Watersheds/Hydrology
Educational Resources:
On-Site Programs, Restoration, Wetlands Guided Walks, Field Trips, Website, White Papers
Speaker/Lecture Series:
Mati Waiya makes presentations at various events and schools about Chumash history, ways, and cultural preservation and its relevance to today’s sustainablility and environmental issues. Peuyoko Perez conducts community outreach activities related to pesticides pollution and water quality. Paul Westefer leads volunteer trainings for water quality monitoring.
Education Programs:
Our Nicholas Canyon Chumash Demonstration Village project and Stream Restoration on the Malibu coast is available for school and public tours, upon request. Field trips have been initiated; please contact us to arrange visits.
Target Audiences:
K-12th Grades, Adults, Teachers, Groups, General Public
Group Size Accommodated:
Up to 150 or by arrangement
Volunteer Opportunities
