Project Update: Wildlife Friendly Ponds Program

This fall, the Alameda County Conservation Partnerships’ Wildlife-Friendly Pond Program was in full swing, restoring ponds across Alameda County and supporting restorations in Contra Costa County. In total, 10 ponds were restored or improved in both counties with partial funding from the NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). These restoration projects strengthen both local ecosystems and agricultural operations by extending pond hydroperiods to support breeding habitat for endangered species such as the California red-legged frog and California tiger salamander, while also providing reliable water sources for livestock. As many East Bay ponds, built decades ago, reach the end of their lifespan, these efforts help sustain vital water resources, promote drought resilience, and improve livestock distribution across rangelands — ensuring healthy working lands that continue to benefit both wildlife and producers. Since the origin of the Wildlife-Friendly Pond Program, Alameda County Conservation Partnership has restored over 75 ponds in Alameda County and plans to continue this important work for years to come. For more information visit https://acrcd.org/projects/wildlife-friendly-ponds/.

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California Forest Stewardship Workshop

Conservation Easement Webinar Video

This recent workshop was designed for landowners in Alameda County interested in preserving their land and for ranchers with a vested interest in land stewardship.

Attendees gained a deeper understanding of how conservation easements can benefit both the owner and the land. Experts were on hand to discuss the application process, financial incentives, and answer questions. Additionally, funding opportunities specific to Alameda County were shared.

Please watch the recording of this webinar on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/se6J7k8p5HE?si=hj91ykRf2NVHA4lv

Questions? Contact Ian Howell, ian.howell@acrcd.org 

Alameda County Conservation Partnership

The Alameda County Resource Conservation District (ACRCD) and the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) collaborate as the Conservation Partnership to serve as the lead conservation agency in Alameda County. We provide technical and educational services for natural resource conservation and agriculture enhancement. The Partnership collaborates with many partners including private landowners, local, state and federal agencies and other organizations to develop and implement various conservation and agricultural strategies. The ACRCD also works closely, on a fee for service basis, with public agencies and private sector companies, to help achieve conservation based goals.