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"Connecting Wildlands and Communities" Projects Finalizes Watershed Selection

Sep 11, 2019

"Connecting Wildlands and Communities" Projects Finalizes Watershed Selection

The Connecting Wildlands and Communities project has finalized the selection of watersheds that will make up the primary study area for the project. The refined list of 55 watersheds prioritizes areas of focus based on project goals and stakeholder feedback. The Connecting Wildlands and Communities project has finalized the selection of watersheds that will make up the primary study area for the project. We began with a proposed study area in coastal southern California from

Connecting Wildlands & Communities Team Utilizes Stakeholder Feedback

Aug 2, 2019

Connecting Wildlands & Communities Team Utilizes Stakeholder Feedback

The "Connecting Wildlands and Communities" project team held three interactive community meetings to receive feedback on the topics of fire, water, biodiversity, and planning. Check out what the stakeholders had to say! The Connecting Wildlands and Communities (CWC) project, led by SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management with funding from the CA Strategic Growth Council, explores how connected landscapes can support adaptation and resilience to climate chang

San Diego Ecosystems Assessment Story Map Highlights Climate Impacts to the Region

Jul 1, 2019

San Diego Ecosystems Assessment Story Map Highlights Climate Impacts to the Region

Interested in how climate change is impacting San Diego Ecosystems, Wildlife and Human Communities? Check out this new Story Map compiled by the Climate Science Alliance! In 2018, the Climate Science Alliance convened a distinguished team of San Diego ecologists and climatologists to formulate a scientific assessment entitled, San Diego County Ecosystems: Ecological Impacts of Climate Change on a Biodiversity Hotspot. The San Diego Ecosystems assessment is the first of its ki

Climate Resilient Connectivity Project Nears Completion with Successful Convening

Jun 24, 2019

Climate Resilient Connectivity Project Nears Completion with Successful Convening

Drs. Megan Jennings & Erin Conlisk wrapped up the analytical phase of their Resilient Connectivity Project at last month’s workshop, delivering updates from their multispecies linkage network. Workshop attendees reviewed the tools that will be used by land managers to design resilient networks and inform decisions about acquisitions, restoration, and management. On May 25th, Alliance advisor Dr. Megan Jennings (Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management, San Diego Sta

Climate Science Alliance & 2019 Riparian Management Workshop

Jun 6, 2019

Climate Science Alliance & 2019 Riparian Management Workshop

The Climate Science Alliance was invited by our partners at the Pala Environmental Department to present at the 2019 Riparian Management Workshop on the impact of climate to our region. This past month, the Climate Science Alliance was invited by our partners at the Pala Environmental Department to present at the 2019 Riparian Management Workshop. Scientists, managers, educators, and Tribal members were invited to explore the “Boom & Bust” cycles in California - years of drou

Closer to a Multispecies Linkage Network to Support Climate Resilient Connectivity

May 23, 2019

Closer to a Multispecies Linkage Network to Support Climate Resilient Connectivity

Earlier this month, Drs. Megan Jennings & Erin Conlisk shared methods and updates from their multispecies linkage network as part of the Climate Resilient Connectivity project. The final products will serve as tools for land managers to design resilient networks and inform decisions about acquisitions, restoration, and management. As a project partner, the Climate Science Alliance will support outreach and dissemination of research products. On May 1st, Alliance partner, Dr.

Alliance Connects with Students at EIS Teen STEAM Cafe

May 17, 2019

Alliance Connects with Students at EIS Teen STEAM Cafe

The Climate Science Alliance recently joined the Teen STEAM Cafe to talk about climate impacts in our community and how these students can stay informed, get involved, and take action to help protect the earth. The Teen STEAM Café is a series of free and fun events where teens get to socialize over food and refreshments while learning about science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) topics affecting their lives. The Elementary Institute of Science (EIS), a

Utilizing Art, Storytelling, and Science to Empower Climate Resilient Communities at NAF2019

May 14, 2019

Utilizing Art, Storytelling, and Science to Empower Climate Resilient Communities at NAF2019

The Climate Science Alliance team presented a workshop at the 2019 National Adaptation Forum in Madison, Wisconsin on how to utilize art, storytelling, and science to empower climate resilient communities. Our communities comprise the key to effectively integrate adaptive management techniques and build climate resilience. Climate Kids, a program of the Climate Science Alliance and the primary focus of our community engagement effort, is a multi-generational collaborative tha

Alliance Shares the Latest Climate Research, Impacts to Wildlife, and Solutions at Unite the Tribe

May 13, 2019

Alliance Shares the Latest Climate Research, Impacts to Wildlife, and Solutions at Unite the Tribe

At the first ever "Unite the Tribe", an Earth Day event hosted by Indigenous Regeneration and San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians, the Climate Science Alliance shared the latest climate research, impacts to wildlife, and solutions. The Climate Science Alliance participated in the first ever Unite the Tribe Earth Day event hosted by Indigenous Regeneration and San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians. The Tribal community event opened with a blessing and featured special guest spea

Don't Miss the Pala Riparian Workshop on April 30 & May 1st!

Apr 26, 2019

Don't Miss the Pala Riparian Workshop on April 30 & May 1st!

Don't miss the FREE Riparian Management Workshop from our partners at the Pala Band of Mission Indians Environmental Department. This year's focus is on the "Boom & Bust" cycles in California, and how we can find solutions through traditional knowledge and cutting edge science. The Pala Environmental Department and co-collaborator Chris McDonald are once again hosting a FREE Riparian Management Workshop at the Pala Administration Building here at the Pala Band of Mission Indi

Regional Experts discuss climate impacts on Batiquitos Lagoon

Apr 19, 2019

Regional Experts discuss climate impacts on Batiquitos Lagoon

The Batiquitos Lagoon Resiliency Plan convened the 2nd Expert Workshop to develop climate scenarios for Batiquitos Lagoon Ecological Reserve. CSA Advisory Team Members Drs. Megan Jennings and Julie Kalansky provided technical expertise for the workshop. The Batiquitos Lagoon Resiliency Plan partners, including the City of Carlsbad, CA Department of Fish and Wildlife, Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation, Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve, Climate Science Alliance, and

Join Alliance Partners for the City Nature Challenge

Apr 12, 2019

Join Alliance Partners for the City Nature Challenge

Join our partners, along with local scientists and fellow nature enthusiasts, for a 24-hour BioBlitz at Cabrillo National Monument to learn about and gather data on some of the incredible biodiversity of San Diego. City Nature Challenge BioBlitz 2019 Date: April 26 (5 pm) - April 27 (5 pm) Location: Cabrillo National Monument For more information and to RSVP to participate, contact: Samantha_Wynns@partner.nps.gov Join our partners, along with local scientists and fellow natur

The CWC Team Met with Tribal Partners at the 3rd Stakeholder Workshop

Mar 1, 2019

The CWC Team Met with Tribal Partners at the 3rd Stakeholder Workshop

The Climate Science Alliance, SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management, and Pala Band of Mission Indians host the third “Connecting Wildlands & Communities” project stakeholder workshop. The Climate Science Alliance, SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management, and Pala Band of Mission Indians hosted the third “Connecting Wildlands & Communities” project stakeholder workshop. Workshop attendees representing Tribes within the project area learned

Alliance Highlights San Diego Climate Impacts at National Park Service Science Series

Feb 28, 2019

Alliance Highlights San Diego Climate Impacts at National Park Service Science Series

The Climate Science Alliance proudly partnered with Cabrillo National Monument for their 2018-2019 Naturally Speaking Seminar Series. Deputy Director Alex Warneke shared with park visitors on the climate impacts affecting San Diego and what they could do to help. Check it out! This February, the Alliance was invited by Cabrillo National Monument to share on climate impacts to San Diego County as a part of their Naturally Speaking Seminar Series. Deputy Director, Alex Warneke,

The CWC Team Met with Partners in Los Angeles at the 2nd Stakeholder Workshop

Feb 22, 2019

The CWC Team Met with Partners in Los Angeles at the 2nd Stakeholder Workshop

The Climate Science Alliance, SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management, and Southern California Association of Governments host the second “Connecting Wildlands & Communities” project stakeholder workshop. The Climate Science Alliance, SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management, and Southern California Association of Governments host the second “Connecting Wildlands & Communities” project stakeholder workshop. The over 30 workshop attendees fro

Exploring the Alliance’s Newest Collaboration - DUNAS

Feb 20, 2019

Exploring the Alliance’s Newest Collaboration - DUNAS

In September 2017, Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico causing considerable impacts to both natural and human communities. Check out what the Alliance’s newest collaborative project - DUNAS - is doing to help mitigate against future climate impacts. #PROYECTODUNAS In September 2017, Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico causing considerable impacts to both natural and human communities. For this small Caribbean island, the ramifications of global climate change are viscer

RSVP for Next Week’s Connecting Wildlands & Communities Workshop!

Feb 15, 2019

RSVP for Next Week’s Connecting Wildlands & Communities Workshop!

RSVP for the next Connecting Wildlands & Communities workshop on February 21 (2:30 pm - 4:30 pm) in Los Angeles! If you are based in San Diego, Riverside, Orange, Los Angeles, Ventura, and San Bernardino Counties and interested in climate resilience for watersheds and wildlands, we encourage you to participate. The Alliance, in collaboration with SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management and the Southern California Association of Governments, will host the sec

Cleveland National Forest Engages Public and Scientists in Informative Land Management Plan

Feb 12, 2019

Cleveland National Forest Engages Public and Scientists in Informative Land Management Plan

Check out Cleveland National Forest’s latest Land Management Plan, a useful tool for stakeholders. Climate Science Alliance partners, Cleveland National Forest (CNF), release a Land Management Plan (LMP) Monitoring and Evaluation Report annually for implementation of the CNF LMP and to assess the effectiveness of the LMP and identify any necessary adjustments to improve management and monitoring of the land. The LMP is a useful resource for stakeholders and other interested p

Climate Science Alliance and Partners to Speak at SDNHM’s State of Biodiversity on Feb. 6

Feb 1, 2019

Climate Science Alliance and Partners to Speak at SDNHM’s State of Biodiversity on Feb. 6

Join the Climate Science Alliance and partners for the State of Biodiversity symposium at the San Diego Natural History Museum on Wednesday February 6, 2019. After the State of the Union, State of the State, and State of the City addresses, the State of Biodiversity Symposium will convene national and regional scientists and conservationists to discuss the latest science, emerging threats, and management success stories in the world of conservation. Now in its second year, th

“Connecting Wildlands & Communities” Project Launches with 1st Stakeholder Outreach Workshop

Jan 31, 2019

“Connecting Wildlands & Communities” Project Launches with 1st Stakeholder Outreach Workshop

The Alliance team helped SDSU’s Institute for Ecological Monitoring and Management host the first stakeholder outreach workshop as part of the “Connecting Wildlands & Communities” project. Couldn’t make the meeting? Sign up to receive workshop materials or RSVP for the next workshop. The Climate Science Alliance helped host the first stakeholder outreach workshop for the "Connecting Wildlands & Communities" project led by San Diego State University's Institute for Ecological

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