California Conservation Corps Watershed Stewards Program in Partnership with Americorps

The Watershed Stewards Program (WSP) is a comprehensive, community-based, watershed protection, restoration, and education program. The continuation of WSP is vital to the recovery of California?s watersheds; it addresses the many issues plaguing salmonids in a multi-faceted approach and provides a platform for restoration agencies to share resources and ultimately inspire and train the next generation of environmental professionals. WSP?s primary focus is to conduct key assessments to understand the current conditions and limitations for California?s salmonids.

Besides the already listed deliverables and objectives of conducting vital watershed recovery, recruiting local volunteers to assist with salmonid habitat restoration, and educating students and the public about coastal watersheds throughout California, WSP is providing the opportunity for fisheries professionals to pass on their expertise to the next generation of natural resource professionals and gain the opportunity to increase their organization?s capacity to improve salmonid habit.