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A flock of swans swim in floodplain waters of the Cosumnes River Water Package Passes Legislature
California’s leaders recently passed the most comprehensive water package the state has seen in more than 30 years.
 
Santa Clara River Saving the Santa Clara River
Since 1999, the Conservancy has been hard at work to protect the Santa Clara River, as well as the people and animals that rely on it for water and habitat.
 
Conservancy scientist scouting a stream for mussels Can Mussels Make a Comeback?
Learn what the Conservancy is doing to protect our diminishing freshwater mussel populations — a vital species to the overall health of our freshwater systems.
 
View of Mt. Shasta from Shasta Big Springs Ranch Shasta Big Spring Ranch
In March 2009, the Conservancy protected the Shasta Big Springs Ranch. Watch a slideshow of the property and get up close and personal with the native salmon!
 
longnose skate caught by ROV cameras And the Winner Is...
Thanks to everyone who voted, our ROV has been christened. Find out the winning name, and watch a video of the ROV in action!
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Press Releases

Passage of Bills Mark a New Era for California’s Delta
November 4, 2009

Nature Conservancy’s ROV Named and Embarks on Maiden Voyage
September 25, 2009

In the News

Sea Floor off the Coast of San Luis Obispo County Yields Its Secrets.
October 4, 2009

New Submarine Explores California's Sea Floor.
September 25, 2009

 

San Diego backcountry
Fall is a great time to visit Cuyamaca Rancho State Park. This southern California park offers outdoor enthusiasts more than 100 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding, as well as two family campsites.

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