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Cache Creek Conservancy
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  • RFP Gordon Slough
  • Yoga Under the Oaks
  • Big Day of Giving 2022
  • 2022 Internship Program
  • TGG-TEK Internship
  • Proposed Visitor Center
  • About Us
  • Volunteer
  • Events
  • Programs
  • Nature Preserve
  • Donate
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  • Hiking Photo Challenge
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Education Corner

Pedro was carefully lifted from the excavation site in December 2004.

Where is Pedro the mammoth fossil? Can I see him?

  

Pedro the mammoth fossil is on display in the Cache Creek Conservancy Visitor Center. However, museums are currently closed in Yolo County. Once museums re-open, visitors may view the fossil by visiting the Cache Creek Nature Preserve during open hours Sunday through Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm. Please call our office upon arrival and staff will assist you! 01/03/21

What is the small red bridge west of the Cache Creek Nature Preserve that goes across the creek?

  

The bridge was originally installed by Teichert Aggregates as a conveyor belt to transport mined gravel to a processing site. It is now under Yolo County jurisdiction and in the future may be converted into a walking bridge to connect public access sites on either side the creek as part of the Cache Creek Parkway Plan.  The bridge is currently inaccessible by foot, please refrain from trespassing. 12/11/19

Species Found in Yolo County

Northern Pacific Rattlesnake


Pacific Gopher Snake


Valley Garter Snake


Giant Garter Snake


California King Snake


Western Yellow-bellied Racer


Northwestern Ring-necked Snake

It's a Northern Pacific Rattlesnake!

The weather is getting warmer and the snakes are coming out. Be sure to keep an eye out for snakes, while hiking outdoors.


Read our tips on how to avoid snake encounters and what to do if you encounter one.

The more obvious Rattlesnake

Try not to step on this guy, it will definitely let you know he's there with a shake of his tail. Keep your eyes open and your ears alert while out hiking.

Earth Day Activities

  • Earth Day Activities to Inspire your Students and Make a Difference


  • Learn about how Earth Day began by watching this Earth Day Animated History video


  • Go on a Nature Scavenger Hunt


  •  Color by Number Native Birds 



Know Before You Go

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports air quality using the U.S. Air Quality Index (AQI). Before visiting the Cache Creek Nature Preserve, use the link below to check the current level of concern and suggestions for safe outdoor activities.

Current Air Quality Index for Woodland, CA

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