Ventura County
Ventura County
The Ventura County Resource Conservation District believes that education and appreciation lead to responsible stewardship. By connecting all communities to our environmental resources, we hope to foster future conservationists. To view our upcoming events, please visit our Events Calendar.
We offer several forms of educational programing:
Explore our Educational Programs below. To learn more email [email protected].
VCRCD staff are available to talk to any age group about pollinator conservation efforts in Ventura County. To request a presentation, email [email protected].
The VCRCD created a learning database for educators, parents, and interested residents. Explore the database here.
The VCRCD serves as the coordinator for the Ventura River Watershed Council. Click here to learn more.
We organize the California Coastal Cleanup Day efforts in Ventura County. Visit our website to learn about California Coastal Cleanup Day, sign up for notification, or register to be a site captain!
The VCRCD offers scheduled webinars, guided hikes, and speaking engagements concerning fire ecology and wildfire safety. Check our Calendar to view upcoming events or email [email protected].
VCRCD staff are available to present on our various programs. To request a speaker or learn more, email [email protected].
The VCRCD serves as the coordinator for the Santa Clara river Watershed Committee. Click here to learn more.
We are happy to attend school career fairs, public events, and other community/outreach events throughout Ventura County. To request a table, email [email protected].
Based on the Center for Land-Based Learning’s Student and Landowner Education and Watershed (SLEWS) Program, our Education and Restoration teams hosted two field days for Oak Park High School students to gain hands-on field experience and receive mentorship from environmental professionals.
Learn more about the VCRCD x OPHS Restoration Project.
The California Coastal Commission funded the Santa Paula Coastal Access Program between 2022-2024. The funding allowed the VCRCD to take Santa Paula 5th graders to various field trips along the coastline after school.
Students enjoyed recreational activities such as biking, whale watching, birding, hiking, and nature journaling.
Learn more about the Santa Paula Coastal Access Program.
With Friends of the Santa Clara River, the VCRCD developed an outdoor classroom near the Fillmore Fish Hatchery, restored native vegetation to the connected nature trail, and hosted several after school lessons to local students.
Learn more about the Fillmore Fish Hatchery Outdoor Classroom Project.
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