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Community Watershed Education Program

The RCD develops educational materials and coordinates workshops and presentations on a variety of watershed-related topics for various segments of the Napa County community, including public service clubs, business associations, urban and rural residents, local interest groups, schools and businesses.

If you belong to a group that would like to learn more about watershed ecology and stewardship, give us a call and we can arrange for one of our resource professionals to come speak to your group. Presentations are free and can vary in length from about 20 minutes to an hour. To find out more or to schedule a presentation contact the Napa County RCD Stewardship Educator at (707) 252-4188 ext. 120 or send an e-mail.

Presentation topics to choose from include the following:

The Napa County Resource Conservation District: Who We Are and What We Do

Since 1945 the Napa County Resource Conservation District has been working to protect and enhance Napa County’s natural resources. This presentation describes who we are, the programs and projects we are currently involved with, and the services we offer to the Napa County community.

Understanding Watershed Processes

Provides a basic understanding of the complex and dynamic nature of streams in the watersheds of Napa County. This presentation will discuss different types of streams, how they function, how they behave in urban settings, why flooding occurs, and how humans and streams interact.

Healthy Riparian Corridors

Provides an overview of the structure of riparian corridors, how they function and change over time, and the importance of preserving and restoring them.

The Importance of Riparian Corridors for Fish and Wildlife

Describes the diversity of animal species that live in and rely on riparian corridors.

Ecological Impacts of Erosion

Erosion can be detrimental to stream ecosystems. Find out how erosion affects the aquatic species that live in our local streams.

Farming Around Fish & Wildlife Habitat

Learn about strategies for maximizing biological diversity in and around farmland.

Steelhead & Salmon of the Napa River Watershed

Learn about the life cycles of steelhead trout and salmon, discover why these species are important, and find out what is being done in the Napa River Watershed to help protect them.

The Challenge of Soil Erosion

Learn about the different types of erosion in Napa County, why we should be concerned about erosion, and what can be done to prevent it.

Protecting Water Quality in Napa County

This presentation looks back at Native American land use in the Napa River Watershed and how European settlement and expansion have had a profound and lasting impact on water quality in Napa County. It also explores the history of the Clean Water Act, how water quality in Napa County is improving, and how residents can protect water quality at home.

Watershed Stewardship Efforts in Napa County

This presentation highlights watershed protection and stewardship efforts currently underway in Napa County. Learn how local stewardship groups are making a difference in their watersheds

Napa County's Wetlands: A Vital Resource

Discover the wide variety of wetlands and marshes that can be found throughout Napa County and find out how they help improve water quality, reduce flooding, and provide valuable wildlife habitat. Historical photos are used to demonstrate how the wetlands have changed over time. Also learn about the efforts to restore the Napa Sonoma marshes.

Sustainable Hillside Vineyards:
Integrating Erosion Control & Viticulture Technology

Learn about vineyard design strategies for controlling erosion on hillside vineyards.

The Nuts and Bolts of Hillside Vineyard Winterization

Learn about the “dos and don’ts” of hillside vineyard winterization.

Rural Roads and Erosion

Roads can be a major source of sediment and erosion in Napa County watersheds. Learn how roads can be designed, maintained, repaired, or put to bed, to minimize and avoid soil erosion.

Weeds Along Our Waterways

Learn about several species of riparian weeds that are a serious threat to the health of Napa County's watersheds. Find out what actions are being taken to prevent and control this growing problem and how you can get involved in those efforts.

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