The Center's Ecological Restoration program is focused on design, planning and implementation of ecological restoration projects in every plant community and ecosystem in California.  Projects range from small-scale habitat restoration efforts targeted to the recovery of endangered species, to large scale, watershed-wide efforts focused on the restoration of physical and ecological processes. Our Ecological Restoration program has extensive experience in native habitat enhancement and restoration, harsh site revegetation, invasive species management and control, native plant propagation, GIS/CAD planning and design, and sediment reduction to benefit aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Featured Projects demonstrate our integrated, regional commitment to science-based restoration, on-the-ground change and the sustainability of ecological systems.

Founded in 1978, our California Native Plant Nursery provides the foundation for our native plant revegetation efforts. The Center's nursery was one of the first nurseries in the country dedicated to providing site-specific, genetically appropriate plant materials exclusively for habitat restoration. 

Our Ecological Restoration program is supported by a broad array of Partners and Funders, including landowners, foundations, public agencies, universities, volunteers, students and community groups.

The Center's Ecological Restoration program offers Training Opportunities in a diversity of techniques and approaches relevant to the field of ecological restoration, including watershed assessment, native plant propagation, invasive species management, habitat restoration, GIS development and analysis, and curriculum development. Trainings are designed and customized for all levels of experience – including experienced natural resources professionals, restoration practitioners, students, interested community members and landowners.

Projects: Russian River Arundo Removal and Enhancement Project