Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center

Grand Opening – Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center

Over the last two decades, the Feather River Land Trust, The Nature Conservancy and the Northern Sierra Partnership have worked with local ranchers and landowners to protect critical wildlife habitat in Sierra Valley, the largest montane valley in the Sierra Nevada and a place of extraordinary biodiversity.  

We have also worked to expand public access to the natural wonders of Sierra Valley by creating a 2,575-acre preserve in the northwest corner of Sierra Valley, where the braided channels through the Sierra Valley wetlands come together to form the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Feather River. The Sierra Valley Preserve is the only place the public can get out on the land year-round to walk, watch birds and enjoy Sierra Valley’s unique beauty.

Sierra Valley Preserve Nature Center

Nature Center features:

  • A new Nature Center where interpretive exhibits will introduce visitors to the natural and cultural history of Sierra Valley, and collaborative efforts to conserve and restore natural systems in the Sierra;
  • A new education and event space in the Nature Center where FRLT will host a rich variety of public programs for locals and visitors of all ages;
  • An expanded network of trails, wetland overlooks, interpretive experiences, restrooms and picnic areas that will facilitate public enjoyment of the Preserve; and
  • A new maintenance facility which will be the base for Preserve stewardship.

The Preserve will be a place where people from all walks of life come together to learn more about the natural systems that sustain life in the Sierra and beyond. 

Visitors can access the Preserve via the East Entrance on A-24 and the West Entrance on A-23. Click here for more information on visiting the Sierra Valley Preserve.

Dates

Dec 7
9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Location

Sierra Valley Preserve West Entrance
County Road A-23
Beckwourth

Region

Southeast Plumas

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