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RCDs meet their goals using voluntary approaches -- neighbors helping neighbors.

RCDs are grassroots non-regulatory organizations that work to get individual and community natural resource goals accomplished through technical and financial assistance.

10/26/2026

The Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County (RCD) seeks a detail-oriented, full-time Grants & Finance Specialist to join our dynamic team of professionals to support organizational financial management and lead the day-to-day ex*****on of grant and operational accounting functions. This position will work closely with the Director of Finance and other RCD staff and will play a key role in grant administration, budgeting, financial compliance, accounts payable and receivable, deposits, audit preparation, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The work environment is fast-paced, collaborative, and creative.

https://www.rcdsantacruz.org/careers

10/10/2026

Come join us October 24th - 10:00 to 11:30 AM!

09/30/2026

We just wrapped up this project! One of many past and future projects to improve habitat in Branciforte Creek.

09/23/2026

Come join us at Cotoni Coast Dairies National Monument for National Public Lands Day!

Ready for a day outdoors with a purpose?

On September 26, BLM California is joining the California Coastal National Monument and Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship at Cotoni-Coast Dairies for a National Public Lands Day trail day.

Volunteers will help with trail grooming, brush clearing, and parking lot cleanup, plus there's a bonus: two guided hikes, including a scientist-led walk through coastal grasslands and redwood-lined creeks, and an iNaturalist session for anyone who wants to document what they find along the way.

The first 100 registrants get a fee-free pass and an NPLD t-shirt. Details and registration: https://ow.ly/JfkW50ZNZH2

Announcement: https://ow.ly/bceP50ZO0O8

09/21/2026

Preparing for Winter in the Santa Cruz Mountains

As winter approaches, you may be thinking about how to improve your drainage system, prevent erosion, or maintain your private road.

A free workshop on October 6 by the Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County is a great opportunity to learn practical tips and access free technical assistance and resources to help you prepare your property for the winter months.

📅 When: Tuesday, October 6 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

📍Where: Scotts Valley Community Center (361 Kings Village Road)

Space is limited and RSVP is required. Learn more: https://www.rcdsantacruz.org/rcd-public-events/124-rural-living-2026

09/19/2026

Are you installing Straw wattles as part of your winter preparedness? Check out this how-to video!

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09/16/2026

**Winter Prep Tips**
Proper installation of the straw wattle is essential in order to ensure the success of the product. If installed incorrectly, they may not only be a waste of time, but also a waste of money and can even do more damage to the landscape then having no erosion control.

Straw wattles are designed to slow down, filter and trap sediment before the runoff gets into waterways. While they work well on stream banks, they should not be placed in the path of high water flow. On slopes, wattles should be installed on contour with a slight downward angle at the end of the row in order to prevent ponding at the mid-section. No overall slope preparation is needed prior to installation; however, straw wattles should always be installed in shallow trenches according to the guidelines given below. Running lengths of wattles should be abutted firmly to ensure no leakage at the abutments. The wattles should be pinned securely to the ground according to instructions in order to insure their stability and the success of the installation.

The key steps to installing a straw wattle are:
1. Proper spacing between wattle.
2. Ensure the wattle is secured in a dugout trench.
3. And staked down properly.

Guidelines regarding vertical spacing, proper trench depth, and stake instructions are provided in the handout accompanying this video.

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09/15/2026

Please share!!! Come learn practical tools and tips to get ready for winter on your rural property. Limited space and this even had reached capacity in years past. Registration required. County of Santa Cruz

https://www.rcdsantacruz.org/rcd-public-events/124-rural-living-2026

06/04/2026

Lots of great things happening.

06/01/2026

Don’t miss this event on Saturday!

We’re excited to welcome Rich Casale with the Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County, to our Emergency Preparedness Event on Saturday, June 6 at the Aptos Grange.

Richard “Rich” Casale has spent 52 years assisting property owners with land management needs for the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service here in the Monterey Bay area and helped more than 1000 landowners throughout California since 2017 recover from devastating wildfires and storm events.

Don’t miss Rich’s presentation, “Surviving Winter in Santa Cruz County,” where he will share practical strategies to help residents better prepare for winter storms, flooding, erosion, and post-disaster recovery.

Join us on Saturday, June 6 from 1:00–5:00 PM at the Aptos Grange for this free, family-friendly event featuring expert speakers, preparedness resources, community organizations, and hands-on activities to help you and your family prepare for the unexpected.

When we prepare together, we fare better.

Address

2425 Porter Street, Suite 19
Capitola, CA
95073

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+18314642950

Website

https://linktr.ee/rcdsantacruz

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