The San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society is pleased to publish the latest issue of its digital newsletter, Tide Rising: Volume 6, Issue 3, Spring 2025. This issue’s theme is Habitat Restoration / Endangered & Threatened Species.
In This Issue
Supporting Endangered and Threatened Species
- SFBWS President discusses importance of National Wildlife Refuge System and its challenges due to federal workforce reductions and funding restrictions, calling for volunteering, donations, advocacy
- SFBWS organizes petition to Congress to fund, protect, and preserve the National Wildlife Refuge System and Hatcheries managed by the US Fish and Wildlife Service
- SFBWS board member explains background and impact of salt pond restoration, highlighting importance of community involvement
- Researcher shares results and observations from salt marsh harvest mouse recovery survey
From the Field
- Hear about the fun and festivities at SFBWS’ Earth Month Kickoff Celebration in April, including activities led by partner organizations
- SFBWS unveils new logo, part of a larger brand update effort
Community Updates
- Scientist shares report and observations from “Longfin Smelt Broodstock” trawling expedition with UC Davis crew
- Young nature lovers discuss ecological importance of bats
News!
- SFBWS and USFWS Staff Changes
- Nature Store Inventory Expanded with Earth Month Items
- Upcoming activities on the refuge and in the community: check them out!
SFBWS Volunteer Opportunities
- Learn about places to support the Complex and the SFBWS: Nature store volunteers, SFBWS Operations support
Enjoy the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society Spring Newsletter! Share your ideas for future articles! What interests you? Tell us! Thanks for reading, and enjoy the rest of the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society’s Quarterly Newsletter!
Previous Issues
See previous issues of the newsletter for articles about animals, habitats, restoration efforts, people (volunteers and staff), research, and Society efforts. The newsletter is sent quarterly. In addition, you may download a PDF version of any issue.
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In each issue, we share information from other partners as well as new ideas and opportunities for partnerships. Look for articles from our sister Friends organization, Friends of the San Pablo Bay NWR, highlighting volunteers and FWS staff, as well as providing information about advocacy.
