Program History
Seasonal wetlands at Los Banos Wildlife Area.
The Wetland Conservation Program (WCP) was established in 1990 in response to the nationwide groundswell of interest in wetland preservation, restoration, and enhancement. The WCP provides coordination, direction, and funding for many of CDFW's wetland habitat programs and activities. Although the responsibilities of the WCP extend statewide, the program is focused primarily on the Central Valley.
Habitat Enhancement Activities
Wetland and upland habitat enhancement are accomplished primarily technical expertise and financial support, active participation on key habitat steering committees such as the Central Valley Joint Venture, and the development and dissemination of up-to-date wetland management resources. The WCP works on both public and private lands in partnership with numerous conservation organizations, state and federal agencies, and private landowners. The following programs are implemented by the WCP on an annual basis: