News & Events
What We’re Up To
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/…
Dec 31, 2025
Soar with Us in 2026!
With your support, 2025 was extraordinary! Together we rescued waterbirds, teamed with anglers and divers, cleared deadly gear from the shores and depths of the river, removed primrose, planted willows,…
Dec 14, 2025
Removing Hazardous Fencing to Safeguard Wildlife
A big win for wildlife! Teaming up with American River Lost and Found and the Sacramento Area Creeks Council, we removed over 2 miles of dangerous, abandoned fencing near Rossmoor…
Nov 14, 2025
Environmentalist of the Year Wildlife Award 2025
Andrea Willey, MD, a Dermatologic Surgeon and Sacramento native, witnessed a Great Blue Heron’s fatal encounter with fishing line. She founded the Waterbird Habitat Project in 2023, collaborating with…
Oct 16, 2025
Interview with Secretary Wade Crowfoot
Join Secretary Wade Crowfoot of the California Department of Natural Resources for an insightful interview with Dr. Willey, as he highlights how the Waterbird Habitat Project reflects their mission to help all Californians and nature thrive together!
Oct 03, 2025
Stand Up with the California Department of Conservation
The California Department of Conservation hosts the Waterbird Habitat Project!
Oct 03, 2025
Rock Off with Friends of Sailor Bar!
Join us with Friends of Sailor Bar to restore the flow of water in this stream, an important fish habitat and foraging area for waterbirds. Help us keep the ecosystem flowing!
Sep 04, 2025
American River Trash Splash – Underwater Clean-Up!
American River Trash Splash – Underwater Clean-Up!