Community Outreach
SRCD connects working lands and waterways through practical conservation - sharing tools, data, and local know‑how so students, families, and producers can make informed choices.
Programs at a Glance
School Programs (K–12)
Standards‑aware lessons that make local watersheds, forestry, and rangeland science tangible for students.
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Classroom visits (45–60 min) with simple demos: water cycle, sediment transport, native/invasive plants.
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Field trips to local creeks or project sites (risk‑managed; teacher/parent chaperones required).
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Teacher kits: activity guides, worksheets, and take‑home prompts.
Deliverables: Lesson plan, materials list, and post‑visit recap for teachers.
Public Screenings: SRCD Video Library
Join community viewings from our unique video collection—historic and contemporary conservation footage, local project features, and oral histories.
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Hosted screenings at public forums; short intros and facilitated discussion.
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Thematic programs (e.g., salmon recovery, floodplain restoration, ranch water stewardship).
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Loaner kits for partner venues (by arrangement).
Deliverables: Program line‑up, discussion prompts, and follow‑up resource list.
Community Seminars & Workshops
Evening or weekend sessions for adults at halls, libraries, and fairs—clear, practical, and local.
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Topics: water use & efficiency, wildfire readiness/defensible space, pasture health, habitat projects.
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Formats: talks (30–45 min), Q&A panels, hands‑on demos, or half‑day clinics.
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Co‑hosting with partners welcome (RCDs, granges, schools, Tribes, agencies).
Deliverables: Slide deck handouts (PDF), tip sheets, and resource links.
Visit Our Physical Library & Archives
Browse technical reports, maps, habitat surveys, and historical documents at our district office. Perfect for students, researchers, and curious neighbors.
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Reading room hours by appointment; staff can help locate materials.
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On‑site viewing; select items available as copies or digital scans upon request.
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Community donations of relevant materials are welcome.
Location: 450 Main Street · Etna, CA 96027
How It Works
Inquiry
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Tell us the audience, topic, venue, and preferred dates.
Plan
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We tailor the format (talk, demo, field trip, screening) and materials.
Deliver
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SRCD staff facilitate the session and share practical resources.
Follow-up
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We send a recap with links, handouts, and next‑steps.
