Fire history runs deep in the Mokelumne River Canyon—the Tiger Creek fuel break was built where it would have the best chance of success. It was put to the test this summer with the outbreak of the August 2025 Tiger Fire. youtu.be/cKS_mcP8XRc

A shaded fuel break starts it’s journey long before work on the ground begins—mapping, permits, and local knowledge make it possible. youtu.be/Di_BkewxnJk

Tune in live to our Governing Board meeting, where our board will consider $4.6 million in Early Action Proposition 4 grants and SNC staff will host a panel discussion with representatives from the California Legislature on Sierra-Cascade priorities. sierranevada.ca.gov/board-meetin...

Built by locals who know the land best, the Tiger #fuelbreak grew from need, and an urgency knowing that Wildfire could strike anytime, which happened in August 2025. youtu.be/_RUizG7DOKk

"California's ambitious Connected Communities project has completed its first town-to-town singletrack connection, linking Quincy and Taylorsville with 13.5 miles of trail." More info: www.singletracks.com/mtb-trails/c...

Before work on the ground could begin, volunteers and partners spent years planning and securing grant funding to make the Tiger Creek #Fuelbreak happen... youtu.be/PXT8yzgVsjA

Job Posting: Personnel Specialist Responsible for personnel transactions, payroll, benefits & state & federal leave programs & is required to apply State laws & departmental & control agency rules & regulations, & bargaining unit provisions. More Info: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/...

Job Posting: Budget Analyst The Budget Analyst completes budget activities & provides budget management & development, cost allocation, fiscal forecasts, & analysis of various reports to support operational efficiency & effectiveness. Learn More: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/...

Job Posting: Graphic Design Analyst The Department’s Graphic Design Analyst, performs a variety of consultative & analytical staff services assignments to support the Department’s Policy & Communications Unit. More Information: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/...

A “ready” landscape is one where partnerships have developed a portfolio of projects designed to deliver benefits across a large landscape or watershed. As of 2024, SNC has identified at least 16 such ready landscapes with more on the way: Learn More: sierranevada.ca.gov/what-we-do/l...

CANCELLATION NOTICE: The Sierra Nevada Conservancy September Governing board meeting and field tour have been CANCELED due to the impacts of the Garnet Fire.

UPDATE: Due to the impacts of the #GarnetFire, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy Board Tour on September 4 is moving indoors at the Museum of the Sierra at 42642 Tollhouse Rd., Shaver Lake, CA 93664, beginning at 9 a.m. More Info: sierranevada.ca.gov/board-meetin...

Great story: "The success of the French Meadows Project Partnership is a ground-breaking example of what can be accomplished by diverse, committed interests working together to protect critical watershed resources." Read the full story! rosevilletoday.com/news/sierra-...

“This investment is another milestone in the French Meadows partnership and our collective effort to make Sierra forests more resilient,” said Placer County Regional Forest Health Coordinator Kerri Timmer. Excellent story about the French Meadows project: www.placer.ca.gov/10412/French...

#Reforestation efforts have finally taken root in the Moonlight Fire burn area in the Plumas National Forest! Read the full story here: sierranevada.ca.gov/local-partne...

This week SNC, DWR, CNRA, & local partners toured Upper Feather River watershed restoration sites. These projects boost water retention, supporting the #StateWaterProject by benefiting water storage & enhancing forest health for a more resilient landscape. youtu.be/PsqXZLi7UjE

Projects that successfully improve environmental and economic conditions for rural communities embedded within public lands, such as national forests, require in-depth collaboration and advanced planning. read the full story: sierranevada.ca.gov/nevada-count...

SNC is hiring! SNC is seeking someone with advanced experience with FI$Cal, experience with the financial records for special funds, bond funds, federal funds, & state funds, & Accounts Receivable & Grants Accounting experience. More info: calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/...

SNC has launched a new Wildfire & Forest Resilience grant round to reduce fuels & protect communities! This grant program is expedited by the Governor’s emergency proclamation to advance wildfire resilience throughout the state! More info on our website: sierranevada.ca.gov/snc_launches...

Today is our June Governing Board meeting, taking place in Cedarville, CA. The meeting will be live-streamed & an audio broadcast will also be available. sierranevada.ca.gov/board-meetin...

SNC is proud to be a sponsor for the Calaveras Forest & Fire Film Festival—Calaveras County’s 2nd Annual Wild & Scenic Film Fest! Join us Sat, May 31. FREE admission! Details: forestfirefilm.com

SNC is proud to be a sponsor for the Calaveras Forest & Fire Film Festival—Calaveras County’s 2nd Annual Wild & Scenic Film Fest! Join us Sat, May 31. FREE admission! Details: forestfirefilm.com