Riparian forest corridors are highly productive ecosystems that provide vital habitat for the endangered salmonid species.  The invasion of exotic non-native species directly threatens the functioning of this vital ecosystem.  Throughout California, giant reed (Arundo donax) is recognized as a highly invasive noxious weed species that has negative effects on fisheries and wildlife habitat, water quality and water quantity.

Since 2003 The Center has:

• Successfully removed and restored over 1,500 infested riparian corridor acres in the Russian River Watershed
• Planted over 4,000 native plants, grown in our on-site Native Plant Nursery
  

   

To date, our accomplishments in restoring riparian forests canopy for the recovery of salmonid in-stream habitat is a significant achievement within the field of ecosystem restoration.

This important project for salmonid species is supported by the following public and private agencies:

• California Department of Fish and Game
• California State Coastal Conservancy
• California Wildlife Conservation Board
• California State Water Resources Control Board
• Sonoma County Water Agency
• Sonoma County Community Foundation