The beavers are coming!

The SLO Beaver Brigade will be presenting at a Virtual Beaver Summit on April 7^th and 9^th, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm each day.  During two half-day sessions presenters will explore the many benefits that beavers offer to our drying state. The first session on April 7th will present an overview of beaver essentials. The discussion will clarify the history of beavers in the state, their ecological contribution as a keystone species, their function in aquatic restoration and conservation, and finally, how to successfully manage common conflicts beavers cause.

The second session on April 9th takes a closer look closer at how biologists, watershed stewards, and land managers utilize advances in beaver science and management for restoration. It addresses where they are being employed for fire resilience, conservation of endangered species, and cleaner water. California-specific management and policy challenges will be highlighted along with directions for future improvements. Because we are behind other beaver-progressive western states like Washington and Utah, California is in a unique position to avoid their mistakes and learn from their successes.

For more information or to register, please click here.   For more information about the SLO Beaver Brigade, go to slobeaverbrigade.com.