SYRCL’s River Ambassadors: Our First Weekend Observations
Now in our 13th year, SYRCL’s River Ambassadors are volunteers taking action to motivate and educate the community to care for…
About the Yuba
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Wild for Wildflowers: Exploring the Spring Wonders of the Sierra Foothills
Now that spring has begun we’ve been finding some of our favorite common wildflowers popping up alongside trails and in meadows. They are also starting to blanket hillsides in beautiful shades of orange, yellow, and purple. This is why we want to share proper picture-taking etiquette and introduce some of our favorite common wildflowers that are sometimes overlooked.
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Ready to Recreate in the Yuba? Think River Safety!
As the days get hotter, a dip in the Yuba River seems all the more inviting. Here in mid-July, flow levels have tapered off (although you should always check before you go. SYRCL recommends using the Dreamflows site) and the water isn’t as shockingly cold as it was at the start of “river season”. But river recreation is different than heading out to a lake or swimming in a pool. A river is a constantly evolving environment. Rocks shift, flows increase and decrease, water temperature fluctuates – a river is dynamic, full of change.
When recreating at the Yuba, remember to assess the situation and your abilities realistically. If the conditions are treacherous or you feel overwhelmed, it’s best to wait rather than putting yourself at further risk. Stay safe and be prepared by learning basic water safety and survival skills beforehand.
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Visit The South Yuba River
As you plan your trip to the river, check out these important tips and resources for a safe and fun river experience with your family and friends.
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How Can We Stop Illegal Dumping?
Following the success of this year’s Yuba River Cleanup, in which volunteers hauled out more than six tons of trash and recyclables, we may want to take a moment to consider why cleanup programs are so necessary and why illegal dumping is such a frequent occurrence in the Yuba River watershed and throughout Nevada County.
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Hiking in the Yuba Watershed
Looking to get out and explore the Yuba watershed? We put together a list of local hiking destinations in our watershed. Each of these locations are between a 20- and 40-minute drive from Nevada City. We hope you have a chance to enjoy nature and explore a new destination in our watershed.
