Gold Ridge Resource Conservation District

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Gold Ridge Resource Conservation District, a non-regulatory special district of the state since 1941, inspires and partners with our community to protect the natural resources and agricultural future of our district.

Join us for our second online Atascadero–Green Valley Watershed Community Meeting.Monday, January 126:00–7:15 PMOnlineTh...
01/07/2026

Join us for our second online Atascadero–Green Valley Watershed Community Meeting.

Monday, January 12
6:00–7:15 PM
Online

This session will focus on Coho salmon recovery and wildlife habitat restoration in the Atascadero–Green Valley watershed. We’ll share updates on ongoing and planned projects and discuss how this work supports fish passage, stream health, and long-term ecological resilience.

Participants will hear directly from project staff, learn more about restoration efforts in the watershed, and have time to ask questions and share perspectives.

All are welcome, and there will dedicated time for questions and discussion.

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1976755160899?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for a free, three-part online community meeting series focused on the Atascadero–Green Valley Watershed.Local ex...
12/02/2025

Join us for a free, three-part online community meeting series focused on the Atascadero–Green Valley Watershed.

Local experts will share updates on ongoing projects, studies, and conservation work happening right here in our watershed.

Our first session is December 8 at 6:00 PM and will highlight Atascadero Creek, including a watershed overview, planning updates, wetland study findings, and information about funding available for rainwater catchment design.

Registration Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atascadero-green-valley-watershed-update-community-meeting-1-tickets-1918220682699?aff=oddtdtcreator

Recordings will be available for everyone who registers.

Experience Monte Rio Transhumance!  Come walk with us as we guide goats through the heart of Monte Rio, moving them from...
09/10/2025

Experience Monte Rio Transhumance!

Come walk with us as we guide goats through the heart of Monte Rio, moving them from one grazing area to the next!

📅 Thursday, September 18, 2025
📍 20488 Highway 116, Monte Rio, CA 95462
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

What is a Transhumance?

Transhumance is the seasonal movement of livestock from one grazing ground to another. Together, we’ll walk across the Monte Rio Bridge with the goats, starting at the Christmas Tree lot at the top of River Blvd. No experience needed—we’ll guide you through the process. We’ll finish back at the Park District with a short talk about grazing animals and wildfire resilience.

No RSVP necessary!

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¡Vive la Trashumancia en Monte Rio!

Ven a caminar con nosotros mientras guiamos a las cabras por el corazón de Monte Rio, moviéndolas de un área de pastoreo a otra.

📅 Jueves, 18 de septiembre de 2025
📍 20488 Highway 116, Monte Rio, CA 95462
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

¿Qué es la trashumancia?

La trashumancia es el movimiento estacional del ganado de un terreno de pastoreo a otro. Juntos cruzaremos el Puente de Monte Rio con las cabras, comenzando en el lote de árboles de Navidad en la parte alta de River Blvd. No se necesita experiencia—te guiaremos durante todo el recorrido. Terminaremos de regreso en las oficinas del Distrito de Parques con una breve charla sobre el pastoreo de animales y la resiliencia frente a incendios forestales.

¡No se requiere registro previo!

(español abajo)Update!The next round of North Bay Forest Improvement Program applications will now be accepted January 1...
09/08/2025

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Update!The next round of North Bay Forest Improvement Program applications will now be accepted January 16th- February 13th, 2026.

We moved the dates to allow time to integrate feedback and make other improvements to the program.

Visit NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com or click the link Here: https://www.northbayforestimprovementprogram.com/

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and wildfire risk reduction across Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. This cost-share program provides financial incentives to landowners to conduct this critical work. 🌲🌳🌲

This program is a partnership between Conservation Works, the Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) of Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino and Napa, and Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC). Together, we are providing assistance to landowners across the four-county region.
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¡Actualización!
El próximo período de aplicaciones para el programa North Bay Forest Improvement se abrirá del 16 de Enero hasta el 13 de febrero del 2026.

Cambiamos las fechas para tener tiempo de examinar sus comentarios y realizar otras mejoras al programa.

Visita NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com o haz clic en el enlace de nuestra biografía para obtener más información 🔗

El North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) es una iniciativa regional y colaborativa que promueve la salud de los bosques y ayuda a reducir el riesgo de incendios en los condados de Lake, Mendocino, Napa y Sonoma. A través de este programa, los propietarios de tierras reciben incentivos financieros para realizar este trabajo esencial. 🌲🌳🌲

Este programa es una colaboración entre Conservation Works, los Distritos de Conservación de Recursos (RCDs) de Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino y Napa, y el Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC). Juntos, estamos brindando apoyo a los dueños de tierras en toda la región de los cuatro condados.

Producers in Sonoma and Marin are invited to join , , NRCS, and us for a Local Working Group meeting. This will be a ded...
08/29/2025

Producers in Sonoma and Marin are invited to join , , NRCS, and us for a Local Working Group meeting. This will be a dedicated time to listen and learn about your top priorities in agriculture right now.

The meeting will include an overview of NRCS and RCD programs and funding opportunities, breakout sessions to share feedback directly with agency staff, and time to connect with neighbors and partners. Snacks will be provided.

📅 When: Thursday, Sept. 4 | 2–4 PM (4–5 PM optional meet & greet)
📍 Where: NRCS Petaluma Office, 5401 Old Redwood Hwy, Petaluma

Your voice helps shape the support and resources available to local producers!

Questions? Email [email protected]



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Los productores de Sonoma y Marin están invitados a unirse a , , NRCS y nosotros para una reunión del Grupo de Trabajo Local. Este será un espacio dedicado a escuchar y aprender acerca de sus principales prioridades en la agricultura en este momento.

La reunión incluirá una presentación general de los programas y oportunidades de financiamiento de NRCS y RCD, sesiones de trabajo para compartir comentarios directamente con el personal de las agencias, y tiempo para conectarse con vecinos y socios. Se proporcionarán refrigerios.

📅 Cuándo: Jueves, 4 de septiembre | 2–4 PM (4–5 PM encuentro opcional)
📍 Dónde: Oficina de NRCS Petaluma, 5401 Old Redwood Hwy, Petaluma

¡Su voz ayuda a dar forma al apoyo y a los recursos disponibles para los productores locales!

Si desea traducción al español, por favor escriba a [email protected]

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and wi...
08/01/2025

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and wildfire risk reduction across Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. This cost-share program provides financial incentives to landowners to conduct this critical work. 🌲🌳🌲

This program is a partnership between Conservation Works, the Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) of Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino and Napa, and Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC). Together, we are providing assistance to landowners across the four-county region.

The next application period opens on September 25. See more information at NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com or click the link in our bio to learn more 🔗
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El North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) es un programa regional de colaboración que apoya la salud y la resistencia de los bosques de los condados de Lake, Mendocino, Napa y Sonoma. El programa ofrece incentivos financieros a los dueños de tierras para llevar a cabo este trabajo crítico. 🌲🌳🌲

Este programa es una colaboración entre Conservation Works, los Distritos de Conservación de Recursos (RCD) de Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino y Napa, y el Centro de Investigación Ambiental Clear Lake (CLERC). Juntos, brindamos asistencia a los propietarios de tierras en toda la región de los cuatro condados.

La próxima ronda de aplicaciones comienza el 25 de septiembre. Visite NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com para obtener más información 🔗

💧 Join Sonoma County Groundwater for a Community Meeting on Groundwater Resilience in the Santa Rosa Plain & Petaluma Va...
07/28/2025

💧 Join Sonoma County Groundwater for a Community Meeting on Groundwater Resilience in the Santa Rosa Plain & Petaluma Valley!

📅 Thursday, August 21
🕠 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Cotati

Learn how SGMA efforts are shaping sustainable groundwater.

✅ Hear from local experts
✅ Ask questions
✅ Get tools for your land
✅ Spanish interpretation available

Free to attend — RSVP and send in your questions today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beneath-the-surface-10-years-of-local-groundwater-basin-stewardship-tickets-1481837428639

Español abajo ⬇️Applications closing July 25! Receive funding to treat wildfire hazards on your property.The North Bay F...
07/18/2025

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Applications closing July 25! Receive funding to treat wildfire hazards on your property.

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and resilience across Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. The program provides financial incentives to landowners to conduct this critical work. 🌲🌳🌲

Applications are open until July 25th! Visit NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com to learn more.

This program is a partnership between Conservation Works, the Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) of Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino and Napa counties and Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC) of Lake County. Together, we are providing assistance to landowners across the four-county region.

¡Solicitudes hasta el 25 de julio! Reciba fondos para abordar los riesgos de incendios forestales en su propiedad.

El North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) es un programa regional de colaboración que apoya la salud y la resistencia de los bosques de los condados de Lake, Mendocino, Napa y Sonoma. El programa ofrece incentivos financieros a los dueños de tierras para llevar a cabo este trabajo crítico. 🌲🌳🌲

¡Las aplicaciones están abiertas hasta el 25 de julio! Visite NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com para obtener más información 🔗

Este programa es una colaboración entre Conservation Works, los Distritos de Conservación de Recursos (RCD) de Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino y Napa, y el Centro de Investigación Ambiental Clear Lake (CLERC). Juntos, brindamos asistencia a los propietarios de tierras en toda la región de los cuatro condados.

(Español abajo)Apply today! Receive funding to treat wildfire hazards on your property.The North Bay Forest Improvement ...
07/11/2025

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Apply today! Receive funding to treat wildfire hazards on your property.

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and resilience across Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. The program provides financial incentives to landowners to conduct this critical work. 🌲🌳🌲

Applications are open until July 25th! Visit NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com to learn more.

This program is a partnership between Conservation Works, the Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) of Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino and Napa counties and Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC) of Lake County. Together, we are providing assistance to landowners across the four-county region.

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¡Aplique hoy! Reciba apoyo financiero para reducir riesgos de incendios forestales en su propiedad.

El North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) es un programa regional y colaborativo que apoya la salud y la resiliencia de los bosques en los condados de Lake, Mendocino, Napa y Sonoma. El programa ofrece incentivos económicos a los propietarios de tierras para realizar este trabajo fundamental.

¡Las aplicaciones están abiertas hasta el 25 de julio! Visite NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com para obtener más información.

Este programa es una colaboración entre Conservation Works, los Distritos de Conservación de Recursos (RCD) de los condados de Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino y Napa, y el Centro de Investigación Ambiental Clear Lake (CLERC) del condado de Lake. Juntos, brindamos apoyo a los propietarios de tierras en toda la región de cuatro condados.

Gold Ridge RCD will be participating in the , August 9 & 10, at Ragle Ranch Regional Park in Sebastopol. Celebrate all t...
07/08/2025

Gold Ridge RCD will be participating in the , August 9 & 10, at Ragle Ranch Regional Park in Sebastopol.

Celebrate all things apple, local food and drink, music, ag-inspired fun for the whole family, exciting experiences connecting you to your neighborhood farmers and artisans. Brittany Jensen, Gold Ridge RCD’s Executive Director, will be presenting as a panelist about “Regeneration, Resilience, and Sustainability: What Does It Mean and Where Do We Go from Here?” Sunday at 1:30 in the Farm Bureau Arena.

The Fair is the primary fundraiser for the nonprofit Sonoma County Farm Trails, helping to keep farms forever in Sonoma County. Find out more and buy tickets in advance at GravensteinAppleFair.com

Español abajo ⬇️Applications now open! Receive funding to treat wildfire hazards on your property.The North Bay Forest I...
06/25/2025

Español abajo ⬇️

Applications now open! Receive funding to treat wildfire hazards on your property.

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and resilience across Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. The program provides financial incentives to landowners to conduct this critical work. 🌲🌳🌲

Applications are open until July 25th! Visit NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com to learn more.

This program is a partnership between Conservation Works, the Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) of Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino and Napa counties and Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC) of Lake County. Together, we are providing assistance to landowners across the four-county region.”
¡Ya estamos aceptando solicitudes! Reciba fondos para abordar los riesgos de incendios forestales en su propiedad.

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El North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) es un programa regional de colaboración que apoya la salud y la resistencia de los bosques de los condados de Lake, Mendocino, Napa y Sonoma. El programa ofrece incentivos financieros a los dueños de tierras para llevar a cabo este trabajo crítico. 🌲🌳🌲

¡Las aplicaciones están abiertas hasta el 25 de julio! Visite NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com o haga clic en el enlace en nuestra biografía para obtener más información 🔗

Este programa es una colaboración entre Conservation Works, los Distritos de Conservación de Recursos (RCD) de Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino y Napa, y el Centro de Investigación Ambiental Clear Lake (CLERC). Juntos, brindamos asistencia a los propietarios de tierras en toda la región de los cuatro condados.

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and re...
06/20/2025

The North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) is a collaborative, regional program that supports forest health and resilience across Lake, Mendocino, Napa and Sonoma counties. The program provides financial incentives to landowners to conduct this critical work. 🌲🌳🌲

Applications open June 25th! Visit NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com to learn more.

This program is a partnership between Conservation Works, the Resource Conservation Districts (RCDs) of Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino and Napa counties and Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC) of Lake County. Together, we are providing assistance to landowners across the four-county region.

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El North Bay Forest Improvement Program (NBFIP) es un programa regional de colaboración que apoya la salud y la resistencia de los bosques en los condados de Lake, Mendocino, Napa y Sonoma. El programa ofrece incentivos financieros a los dueños de tierras para llevar a cabo este trabajo crítico. 🌲🌳🌲

¡Las aplicaciones se abren el 25 de junio! Visite NorthBayForestImprovementProgram.com para obtener más información.

Este programa es una colaboración entre Conservation Works, los Distritos de Conservación de Recursos (RCD) de los condados de Sonoma, Gold Ridge, Mendocino y Napa y el Clear Lake Environmental Research Center (CLERC) del condado de Lake. Juntos estamos prestando asistencia a los dueños de tierras de la región de los cuatro condados

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2776 Sullivan Road
Sebastopol, CA
95472

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
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