NAPA RIVER ECOLOGY CENTER
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Meet Our New Otter Friend — Help Us Pick the Perfect Name!
We have some exciting news at the Napa River Ecology Center… we’ve got a new mascot! And it just so happens to be one of the most beloved animals along the river — an otter. If you’ve ever seen an otter in the Napa River, you know how fun they are to watch. They’re…
Napa River Ecology Center – Construction Has Begun!
We’ve broken ground! On May 6th, we reached a milestone that so many in our community have helped make possible. Project leaders, elected officials, and generous donors gathered on site for the ceremonial groundbreaking of the Ecology Center, marking the…
Long-awaited Ecology Center project in American Canyon close to fully funded
Thrilled to be on the cusp of a groundbreaking after years of planning, research, and collaboration. 🌟We are grateful for our partners at the City of American Canyon and for the state’s recent grant award from the California State Coastal Conservancy. Thanks to…
The Naturalist’s Corner
Nesting Season Begins at the Wetlands April marks the start of nesting season for many species. Birds are building, guarding, and in some cases already incubating eggs. You may notice: Birds carrying grasses, twigs, or even bits of trash Increased territorial behavior…
Mosaic mural campaign seeks to help Napa River Ecology Center come to fruition
Ninety percent — that’s how much of the Bay Area’s tidal wetlands have been lost to humanactivity in the last 150 years, according to the San Francisco Bay Conservation and Development Commission. From the development of factories and shipyards to encroachment…
Field Notes: Transforming a Public Works Yard Into the Napa River Ecology Center
AMERICAN CANYON, Calif. — The first thing that struck me on site was the contrast: an aging industrial building set against a working wetland that still behaved like a living system. A few feet beyond the fence line, tidal water moved through channels and tule stands….
New Napa River Ecological Center to be built in American Canyon
Groundbreaking on the new Napa River Ecological Center is anticipated for spring in American Canyon, about 10 years after the creation of the organization that has spearheaded the project. About 75 percent of the $9 million to pay for the transformation of the city’s…
Thompson Secures $2.5 Million for Napa River Ecology Center
July 18, 2024 Press Release Washington – Today, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced he secured an additional $2,500,000 in community project funding for Napa County’s River Ecology Center. “Once complete, the Napa River Ecology Center will provide new educational…
American Canyon Commits $1M To Napa River Ecology Center
Fri, Feb 23, 2024 – The Eco-Center is planned to become a vibrant Bay Area hub for environmental education and nature-based art and science programs. The American Canyon City Council announced a $1 million contribution this week toward the creation of the Napa…
The Press Democrat: New ecology center project moves forward in American Canyon
A project touted to propel American Canyon into becoming an environmental leader is nearing approval. Plans call for the city’s 5,000-square-foot corporation yard building to be redeveloped as an education-focused ecology center adjacent to the city’s wetlands. The…
Napa Valley Register: American Canyon maintenance yard to be transformed into Napa River Ecology Center
September 17, 2023: AMERICAN CANYON — Janelle Sellick sees more than an American Canyon public works yard with a stark, two-story building, cracked asphalt and a mishmash of street signs, equipment and machinery. Read Full Article >
Thompson Honors Janelle Sellick as 2023 Napa County Climate Crisis Champion
April 23, 2023 – Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) announced Janelle Sellick as the 2023 Napa County Climate Crisis Champion for California’s Fourth District. Rep. Thompson’s Climate Crisis Champions demonstrate significant efforts to protect the environment in our…
American Canyon City Council Approves Lease Term Sheet for Napa River Ecology Center
June 20, 2023 – American Canyon City Council Approves Lease Term Sheet for Napa River Ecology Center. View Staff Report >
Napa River Ecology Center Community Meeting
May 31st 2023 – American Canyon Community and Parks Foundation hosts Community Meeting for Napa River Ecology Center May 31, 2023, Napa River Ecology Center Community Meeting. This meeting was for the American Canyon Community & Parks Foundation’s newest…
Bay Trail Confidential October 2022
Bay Trail Confidential: We visit some beautiful bayfront areas in American Canyon that many Bay Area residents unwittingly pass by. Guests include Janelle Sellick, Mark Joseph, Pierre Washington, Luana España, Joel Gartland, and Sandy Bartlett.
Napa Valley Register: American Canyon Launches Quest for Regional Eco-Center
October 13, 2021 – American Canyon launches quest for regional Eco Center Read the Article on Napa Valley Register >
American Canyon City Council discusses Corp Yard relocation and future Ecology Center Development
Sept 7th, 2021 – American Canyon City Council discusses Corp Yard relocation and future Ecology Center Development. View the staff report >
City of American Canyon approves Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Parks Foundation for Eco Center Development
City of American Canyon approves Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with Parks Foundation for Eco Center Development View the staff report:
Site Tours
Visit the Napa River Ecology Center located in American Canyon along the beautiful Napa River Wetlands. Site Tours and Open Houses are scheduled regularly. To schedule a private site tour for your group please email [email protected].
Community Events
Open Houses and Community Events are scheduled regularly. Check back for upcoming dates.