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Catching up on Fish in the Fields™ 2025Harvest Day
On March 14, we gathered at Isbell Farms, the home of our 140-acre research site, where the generous Isbell family has hosted our project for over three years. We were excited to demonstrate our enhanced on-field operations, including our fish vacuum pump and new methane measuring devices that supplement our e-flux towers. We also introduced everyone to Lucky Catch, a prototype commercial pet treat product, and presented the first edition of the FIF Implementation Guide.
Settlement Reached in Long-Standing Dispute Over Ranching at Point Reyes National Seashore
Ranching operations to transition out of Point Reyes by 2026, clearing the way for conservation efforts.
An agreement signed this week by the National Park Service (NPS), environmental groups, and 18 families who have long run cattle and dairy operations at Point Reyes National Seashore ends a decade-long dispute over ranching within the national park.
RRI Stands in Support of the Proposed Sáttítla National Monument
The proposed Sáttítla National Monument in northeastern California represents a vital opportunity to protect one of the state’s most ecologically, culturally, and hydrologically significant regions. Often called the “headwaters of California,” Sáttítla provides fresh water to millions across the state, supporting wildlife, agriculture, and communities from the highlands to the San Francisco Bay.
NPS to Remove Contentious Fence: Rare Tule Elk to Roam Free for First Time at Point Reyes National Seashore
For the first time in history, tule elk at Point Reyes National Seashore will roam free as the NPS removes the contentious two-mile-long fence. Learn how thousands of voices and RRI made this historic moment possible!
Crane Letter 2024
As we approach our40th anniversary, the RRI team is filled with pride and gratitude for the incredible journey we have undertaken together. When Huey founded his fledgling “think and do” tank in 1985, he had already built an astonishing record of environmental accomplishments. One of these achievements—saving the Marin Headlands—was honored this year by the National Park Service (NPS).
Conservation Organizations Unite Against Unlawful Reversion of Habitat Conservation Funds
RRI and a coalition of over 50 conservation organizations sent a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom and key California legislators strongly opposing the proposed reversion of $45 million in General Funds from the Habitat Conservation Fund (HCF) back to the General Fund.
California Coastal Commission votes 5-to-4 to approve controversial ranching plan for Point Reyes National Seashore--with conditions
The California Coastal Commission narrowly approved the consistency determination regarding the National Park Service (NPS) plans for ranching at Point Reyes National Seashore. The Commissioner approved, by 5-4 vote the conditional concurrence recommended by Commission staff with additional amendments. Three additional amendments were unanimously adopted by the Commissioners.
Coastal Commission Narrowly Addresses Impacts to Point Reyes
It’s no secret that the Trump Administration is fast-tracking leases for drilling, logging, mining, and grazing on Americans’ public lands. The plan to extend ranching at Point Reyes National Seashore is no exception. Trump’s Department of Interior is intent on having the Record of Decision for this damaging plan signed, sealed and delivered before January 20, 2021. A final step in the process is the California Coastal Commission’s decision as to whether the National Park Service’s (NPS) plan for the Seashore is “consistent” with State laws protecting the coast.