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Eel River Watershed Improvement Group

ERWIG is a 501c3 non-profit with the mission to improve stream habitat conditions in the Eel River basin.

06/01/2026

That’s a wrap on Creek Days Environmental Education Fair 2026! This year’s Creek Days was held at Williams Grove in Humboldt Redwoods State Park. We had over 300 students attend over the course of three days to explore topics from salmon to redwoods and everything in between! 🐟🌲

Now is more important than ever to get kids connected to the natural world around them and inspire the care that is needed to protect it. We are so grateful to provide this hands on learning experience and could not have done it without our sponsors, staff, volunteers, and most importantly the schools who made time to come out and learn with us! 🤗💚

05/27/2026

As we wrap up another great season of Science on Tap, join us this Friday for one last evening of local science before our summer hiatus! 🍻☀️

Justin Legge, Restoration Manager at Friends of the Dunes, is bringing us into the world of coastal dune restoration! Get ready for a talk that will have you seeing the beach in a whole new way.🏖️🌾

🌊 The presentation starts at 6pm, but make sure to drift in early to secure your seat and grab a local beverage from the Paskenta Mad River Brewery. Please consider carpooling, as parking can be limited at times. We’ll see you there!

✨All proceeds help support the continuation of Science on Tap events and in-stream restoration projects organized by the Eel River Watershed Improvement Group. Thank you for your continued support.

Science on Tap fosters collaboration among local advocates for natural resources. Let’s create a platform for sharing ideas and inspiring resilience in environmental restoration for generations to come. Join us in building an inclusive space that welcomes everyone into the environmental community, making knowledge accessible and enjoyable for all in a laid-back and fun setting. See you there!

04/20/2026

Join us for an exciting evening as Matt Kluber and Jamie Bettaso dive into the fascinating world of Northwestern Pond Turtles! 🐢 From the forests of the Pacific Northwest to the banks of the Trinity River, these two seasoned herpetologists bring decades of field experience and a deep passion for reptile and amphibian conservation. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or just turtle-curious, this is one shell of a night you won't want to miss! 🍻

🌲The presentations start at 6 pm, but be sure to arrive early to snag a spot and grab a local beverage from the Mad River Brewery. If possible, please consider carpooling, as parking can be limited at times. We’ll see you there!

✨All proceeds help support the continuation of Science on Tap events and in-stream restoration projects organized by the Eel River Watershed Improvement Group. Thank you for your continued support.

Science on Tap fosters collaboration among local advocates for natural resources. Let's create a platform for sharing ideas and inspiring resilience in environmental restoration for generations to come. Join us in building an inclusive space that welcomes everyone into the environmental community, making knowledge accessible and enjoyable for all in a laid-back and fun setting. See you there!

04/16/2026

Day in the field with Maggie! 🥾🐟

See what life is like as a WSP Corpsmember at ERWIG. 😊

04/15/2026

🎉 Now accepting applications! 🎉

We are stoked to be hosting two Watershed Stewards Program (WSP) Corpsmembers again next year.

We have hosted WSP Corpsmembers alongside the California Conservation Corps (CCC) in Fortuna for a looong time and we are grateful to continue the tradition. ☺️

WSP Corpsmembers at our placement site can expect a variety of tasks, including:
🪵 Hands-on restoration, from project planning --> implementation
🌲 Plan and execute a large environmental education fair
🐟 Fisheries monitoring
and so much more... ✨

04/03/2026

🍻 We had a blast at last Friday’s Science on Tap!

We explored the history, science, and future of the Eel River Dam removals—and the excitement in the room was palpable.🤗🐟

Thank you to our speakers from , Applied River Sciences, and the Round Valley Indian Tribes, and everyone who came out and entered the raffle. As always, thank you and see you next month!

03/31/2026

🐟 Don't miss this Wednesday's lecture!

Rachael Aguirre, Fish Habitat Assistant at the California Conservation Corps Fortuna Center and Friends of the Arcata Marsh Board member, will explore the history and current work of the CCC's Salmon Restoration Program (which we serve as a primary project partner on).

Expect an exciting look at local creek restoration, how the CCC plans and executes its projects, and how they're building the next generation of natural resource stewards. See you there!

03/18/2026

For this month's Science on Tap, we are honored to spotlight the Eel River Dam Removals! Join us for an evening exploring the tribal history of the Upper Eel River, post-dam flow management, and the urgency of these dam removals. We are excited to host three speakers this month:

🐟 Wyatt Smith, Round Valley Indian Tribes
🐟 Scott McBain, Applied River Sciences
🐟 Alicia Hamann, Friends of the Eel River

✨ Talks begin at 6pm. If you can, please carpool with friends as parking is limited. Be sure to arrive early to grab a seat and sip a local brew from Paskenta Mad River Brewery while you settle in.

💚 All donations support Science on Tap and in-stream restoration projects by the Eel River Watershed Improvement Group—thank you for helping keep these events going strong!

Science on Tap fosters collaboration among local advocates for natural resources. Let's create a platform for sharing ideas and inspire resilience in environmental restoration for generations to come. Join us in building an inclusive space that welcomes everyone into the environmental community, making knowledge accessible and enjoyable for all in a laid-back and fun setting. See you there!

03/06/2026

🦋 What a great time at last week’s Butterfly Science on Tap! Thanks, Clint, for your enthusiasm and tips on helping butterfly populations thrive in our own neighborhoods.

03/05/2026

🐟 Meet our Watershed Stewards Program (WSP) Corpsmembers! (Part 2 of 2)

Sol grew up in Burbank, CA and attended Cal Poly Humboldt where she graduated with an Environmental Science & Management degree and Geospatial Analysis minor. She joined WSP so she could get hands-on experience with watershed restoration practices and explore the field of fisheries biology. Her favorite part about serving with ERWIG is the unique opportunity to see a restoration project at every stage of development. She’s enjoyed walking through creeks doing large wood inventories and assisting in the design of LWD structures. This summer, she looks forward to working alongside CCC crews to bring those designs to life.

Fun fact: She was an extra in the movie One Battle After Another!

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Fortuna, CA
95540

Telephone

(707) 682-6262

Website

http://www.erwig.org/, https://www.erwig.org/support-our-mission.html

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