News & Events
What We’re Up To
Oct 10, 2026
Take Five Takes Off
The Waterbird Habitat Project’s new tee is coming to a river near you with a message that matters.
Sep 27, 2026
Junior Waterbird Stewards at Mile 11
Cub Scout Pack 380 became Junior Waterbird Stewards on Mile 11 of the American River—the stretch where the Waterbird Habitat Project began!
Aug 28, 2026
Partnering for Putah Creek: A Day of Stewardship with the Solano CCC
The Waterbird Habitat Project partnered with Yolo County Parks and the Solano California Conservation Corps crew to protect that habitat by removing abandoned fishing gear from the Putah Creek Fishing Access sites along Highway 128 west of Winters.
Jun 26, 2026
Diving for the Waterbirds: Biggest Haul Yet
We teamed up with diver Matt Spruitenberg and the CCC for our second Diving for the Waterbirds event — and came home with our biggest haul yet.
Jun 07, 2026
Giving the Pond Back to the Waterbirds
Sacramento CCC crews return to Arden Pond to give it back to the waterbirds!
Jun 05, 2026
Second Saturdays on the Water!
Join us for Second Saturdays on the water this summer grabbing gear from the American River and local ponds on kayaks, paddle boards, and tossing magnets from shore.
Jun 05, 2026
Diving for the Waterbirds Returns June 13!
We're back with Matt Spruitenberg from American River Lost and Found removing dangerous fishing gear from the American River!
Mar 25, 2026
Hook and Habitat: Global Community for Anglers & Wildlife Stewards Launches! 🐟🐦⬛
We’re excited to announce the launch of Hook and Habitat, a new community on X for anglers, bird lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and water stewards from around the world!…
Mar 24, 2026
Angling for the Ecosystem in Action
Jarian Mitchell just proved what it means to fish with heart and purpose. On the Sacramento River, he spotted a turtle tethered to a log by abandoned fishing line — weak, sick, and fighting for its life. In that moment, Jarian became its hero.
Mar 22, 2026
Bird Baffles Installed to Safeguard Nests
Spring nesting season is underway along the American River in Sacramento, where many birds are actively gathering materials to construct their nests.
Mar 21, 2026
Magnet Toss for Wildlife at Turtle Pond
Celebrating the Inaugural Day of Play in the Parkway with a magnet toss for the wildlife at Turtle Pond!
Feb 23, 2026
Dr. Willey featured in The Goldman State!
https://goldmanstate.com/2026/02/23/dr-andrea-willey-saves-faces-and-fowls/…