Back to School
For CWC and the 2,700 K-8th grade students who will participate in CWC's Watershed Rangers program this year, back to school means back to the San Lorenzo River. Donate today and fuel this hands-on science learning, leadership skill-building and kids' connection to nature. DonateThe Coastal Watershed Council is transforming the lower San Lorenzo River into a community destination by inspiring people to explore, enhance and protect this critical natural resource.
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Why CWC is the Best Place to Work and How We’re In Need of Your Help
We say we want the Coastal Watershed Council to be the best place to work. Not the best nonprofit – the very best place to work. We’re investing in our staff through quarterly all-day strategy sessions and team-building fun days, we offer competitive wages and...
Watershed Rangers Play with Hydrology
A second-grade after-school student at Bay View Elementary School whips her hair in a circle, flinging water drops all over her fellow Watershed Rangers classmates as they squeal in a fit of laughter. Although the rainy season has not yet arrived in Santa Cruz and...
How Do You Get Ready for Rain?
Before the winter rains come, how will you get ready for rain? The first significant rainfall of the year scours your streets and neighborhoods and will move everything in its path into local waterways. Heavy rain picks up and moves bacteria, oil and grease, sediment,...
Upcoming Events
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Bridging the Gap: Fall River Beautification
October 25 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm -
River Health Day with Looker
November 6 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm -
River Health Day
November 9 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm
How We Do It
People rely on and impact the San Lorenzo River every day. That’s why CWC’s programs and partnerships bring you to discover your river, learn something new and inspire you to act. CWC’s dualistic approach of healthy watersheds, thriving communities brings fun, education, recreation and innovation to Santa Cruzans every day and creates value for your community.
Improving Water Quality
Enhancing Habitat
Empowering Youth
Conducting Community Science
Increasing Access and Safety
Increasing Positive Activity
Building Community Capacity
Sustaining Flows
Your Donation Makes a Big Difference
Every dollar you give, drives action for cleaner water and healthier habitat and helps CWC reach thousands of river champions of all ages. By donating, you join a growing group of people committed to transforming the San Lorenzo River into a community destination by inspiring people to explore and protect it. It’s easy to donate online today.
You Have a Role To Play
Volunteer today and use your time, skills, energy and ideas to drive change for the San Lorenzo River and the Santa Cruz Riverwalk, the urban park that lines its banks. There’s a role for everyone – including you. How will you join the movement?
LET’S STAY IN TOUCH!
