Welcome to the Upper Merced River Watershed Council website. Start here for the latest information, updates and coming events. Browse the buttons on the left for more on the watershed and our organization.
READ THE WINTER 2013 RIVER REACH NEWSLETTER
WHAT IS YOUR WATER FOOTPRINT? How much water was used to produce your breakfast this morning? Visit h2oconserve.org for surprising facts about the water used to produce our favorite foods and products. Take an informative quizz.
Post-Fire Updates
Thank you for visiting our website. With the help of partners and friends, we're regrouping! However, we still need to hear from people who haven't rejoined our contact list. Please email us at watershed@sti.net or drop us a line at Box 5008-201, Mariposa, CA 95338 and provide your contact information so you won't miss a beat as we move forward. We won't share your contact information. Thank you for supporting the Watershed Council as we continue working together in watershed education and stewardship.
Invasive weed removal Another successful season in the the river canyon has been completed through a Sierra Nevada Conservancy grant. Invasive weeds jeopardize native plant communities, livestock, recreational opportunities, and our local economy. Invasive removal creates an environment where native plans like our famous poppies and other wildflowers can thrive. Read more on our Ongoing Projects Page about the 2012 season of weed removal work and the partnerships that have made it possible.
At left, a Swallowtail butterfly visits a native California thistle.
What is a watershed? From mountain top to mountain top, it's the land that water flows across or under on its way from streams and rivers to lakes and oceans. It's where you live, work, and play!
What should I know about the Upper Merced River Watershed Council? The Watershed Council is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our mission is to work with individuals and organizations to protect and enhance the natural, economic, and cultural resources of the watershed through education, community-based projects, responsible planning, and stewardship.
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