Join Detective Drizzle in hands-on activities that explore the water cycle. Come and get your hands wet as we investigate the mystery of the magical liquid upon which all life depends. Details
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Scotch broom is the most conspicuous invasive species we have in our watershed. It is extremely flammable and is toxic to deer, livestock, and horses. But, wait! There is something you can do to reduce the risk Scotch broom poses to our community and beautiful Yuba home. Details
Join your fellow river-lovers for this fun and rewarding challenge. Help us remove this invasive species from Purdon Crossing on Saturday, March 30. Details
Join us for an evening hike along the Bear River while you learn about the trees and shrubs that inhabit its banks and how they are an important part of a healthy river. Our walk will be led by two plant experts: SYRCL’s own scientist and plant expert Betsy Harbert and Wolf Creek Community Alliance read more >>
Join us at the Bear River for a morning Bird Walk for Beginners led by expert Rudy Darling, president of the Sierra Foothills Audubon Society. We will explore and identify birds in the Bear River canyon, talk about migration patterns of seasonal birds and habitats of birds of the Sierras. This easy walk will last read more >>
River Ambassadors are on the river every weekend working hard to cultivate a culture of environmentalism. If you are interested in joining the River Ambassador Program please attend our mid-season training on July 11. Details
SYRCL is seeking enthusiastic, conservation-minded people, willing to commit a year of service in the Sierra Nevada mountains of northern California, to protect the beautiful natural resources of the Yuba River watershed and to help build sustainable river communities. Deadline to apply is July 25. Details
Starting Saturday, May 26, throughout the rest of the season, you will be seeing River Ambassadors at your favorite South Yuba River crossing to educate visitors and protect our Yuba. Details
On Sunday, May 6, SYRCL is teaming up with Bear Yuba Land Trust (BYLT) to offer a BioBlitz – a free event that focuses on finding and identifying as many species as possible in a specific area over a short period of time. Bring the whole family and a picnic lunch to the Cascade Canal/ Orene Weatherall trail from 10 am – 2 pm.
Starting Saturday, May 27 and continuing through peak season, parking fees will increase to $10 per vehicle at local State Parks. More…