We support preservation, restoration, and enhancement of the Cache Creek watershed.
Upcoming Events
Gravel Mine to Parkway Project Unveiling
POSTPONED to
Sunday, April 19, 2020
12 pm to 2 pm
Visit Capay Open Space Park for the unveiling of the new interpretive signs and completed park enhancements.
The new interpretive signs reference the geological and social history of the Cache Creek, mining along the creek, and restoration of the Cache Creek ecosystem.
Also, view the new entrance signs, trail sign, creek access sign, as well as:
- meander through plots of native pollinator plants
- walk the trails
- visit the creek
- view wildlife
- find out more about the Gravel to Green project!
There will also be educational activities led by the Conservancy's environmental education staff.
CAPAY OPEN SPACE PARK
15603 County Road 85
Esparto, CA
Contact mpeterson@cachecreekconservancy.org with questions.
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Past Events
Great Backyard Bird Count
Public Meeting for Proposed Visitor Center
Great Backyard Bird Count
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Great Backyard Bird Count. Our list totaled 55 species, including a Great Horned Owl, California Thrasher, Ruby-crowned Kinglet, and amazing views of a Green Heron! We submitted the list to researchers at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology and the National Audubon Society to contribute to their data on migration patterns and long-term population trends.
Planting Day
Public Meeting for Proposed Visitor Center
Great Backyard Bird Count
Locally-sourced, native grasses and wildflowers are now taking root in the riparian area at the Cache Creek Nature Preserve! Thank you to the 18 volunteers who gave their time to help establish native habitat!
Public Meeting for Proposed Visitor Center
Public Meeting for Proposed Visitor Center
Public Meeting for Proposed Visitor Center
Cache Creek Conservancy and NORR presented concepts for the proposed Visitor Center at the Woodland Public Library in January. The overall public reaction to the proposal was positive. Concerns included restroom facilities and ensuring environmental and fire safety.
Meet the Curators!
Full Moon Night Walk
Public Meeting for Proposed Visitor Center
A big thank you to everyone who showed support and visited the Nature Preserve during our "Meet the Curators!" event in December. Our interns gained valuable experience developing and presenting the exhibit!
The mammal exhibit will continue to be on display until spring and shows many of the different species found here at the Cache Creek Nature Preserve. It includes beaver, bat, river otter, raccoon, and bobcat to name a few! We encourage you to come visit us and learn about native mammals!
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Full Moon Night Walk
Full Moon Night Walk
Full Moon Night Walk
The Cache Creek Nature Preserve was open late for an after-dark, guided tour. Visitors experienced nature after dark for a unique opportunity to be immersed in nature's night-time sounds and activity. Bats, owls, deer, and beaver were among the nocturnal animals we observed!
