Introduction Videos and Tutorials
The following training videos and documents provide the basic information needed to get started using the CNDDB, RareFind 5, and BIOS 5:
CNDDB / RareFind 5
CNDDB Introduction (video - 37 min): An introduction to the California Natural Diversity Database that is essential information for anyone who uses this database. It details what the CNDDB includes, how occurrences are mapped, the ranking systems, the appropriate use of the data, and an introduction to the tools and products that are available.- RareFind 5 User Guide (PDF): A complete overview of every tool.
- RareFind 5 Demo (video - 24 min): A demonstration of how to query the CNDDB through the RareFind 5 web application.
BIOS 5
Live Training Course
The CNDDB/RareFind/BIOS class is a six-hour course describing the background, purpose, and use of both the CNDDB dataset and the BIOS web-based map viewing tool (which includes access to the CNDDB). The class includes instruction and exercises on using many of the tools in both the online RareFind 5 and in BIOS 5, as well as viewing and querying the CNDDB dataset in BIOS.
Who should attend:
Wildlife and fisheries biologists, botanists, GIS analysts, and others involved with collecting and analyzing biological data and information. Applications include conservation planning, developing study designs, and developing baseline environmental review information. This class is open to people outside of the Department of Fish and Wildlife as well as to CDFW staff. The fee is waived for CDFW staff.
Course Outline:
- CNDDB background, definitions, and proper use
- Online RareFind 5 query tools and reports
- RareFind 5 exercises
- BIOS 5 background, toolset and usage
- BIOS/CNDDB exercises
Course Length: about 6 hours
Course Cost: $125 (payment required in advance)
Training Schedule
| Course
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When
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Where
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Instructor(s)
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| CNDDB/RareFind/BIOS
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September 26, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Office of Training and Development
1740 North Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95834
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Ryan Elliott
Daniel Rankin
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| CNDDB/RareFind/BIOS
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November 8, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Office of Training and Development
1740 North Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95834
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Ryan Elliott
Daniel Rankin
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CNDDB/Spotted Owl/BIOS
description (PDF)
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November 28, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Region 1 Main Office
601 Locust Street
Redding, CA 96001
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Kate Whitney Keiser
Annie Chang
Sandra Hill
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CNDDB/Spotted Owl/BIOS
description (PDF)
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November 29, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Region 1 Main Office
601 Locust Street
Redding, CA 96001
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Kate Whitney Keiser
Annie Chang
Sandra Hill
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CNDDB/Spotted Owl/BIOS
description (PDF)
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December 10, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Fortuna Field Office
1455 Sandy Prairie Court
Fortuna, CA 95540
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Kate Whitney Keiser
Annie Chang
Sandra Hill
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CNDDB/Spotted Owl/BIOS
description (PDF)
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December 11, 2018
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Fortuna Field Office
1455 Sandy Prairie Court
Fortuna, CA 95540
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Kate Whitney Keiser
Annie Chang
Sandra Hill
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| CNDDB/RareFind/BIOS
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January 16, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Office of Training and Development
1740 North Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95834
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Ryan Elliott
Daniel Rankin
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| CNDDB/RareFind/BIOS
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March 14, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Office of Training and Development
1740 North Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95834
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Ryan Elliott
Daniel Rankin
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| CNDDB/RareFind/BIOS
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May 9, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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CDFW Office of Training and Development
1740 North Market Boulevard
Sacramento, CA 95834
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Ryan Elliott
Daniel Rankin
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