NFWF Grant Profile

This project will result in multi-partner, multi-year ecological restoration action plans developed and initiated at two riparian vegetation impaired sites within the Los Padres National Forest impacted by the Zaca fire to benefit at risk species. At risk species targeted include Least Bell’s Vireo, Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, steelhead trout, and amphibians. Baseline metrics for each site will be determined, conservation strategies and Best Management Practices described including timing of activities, resources and funds needed identified, and local communities and partners consulted and engaged. All conservation will be coordinated to avoid duplication of efforts, and data shared with local and international conservation partners working on the same at-risk species at other sites. At-risk species including Least Bell’s Vireo, Southwestern Willow Flycatcher, Yellow-billed Cuckoo, steelhead trout, and amphibians.