Feather River Advocacy Project

Feather River Advocacy Project

A Program for Tribal Members Protecting Our Ancestral Waters

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The Feather River is more than a river—it is a part of who we are. It provides for us, holds our history, and connects us to our ancestors. The Feather River Advocacy Project is a program for tribal members who want to learn how to protect the watershed using both Indigenous knowledge and Western science. Together, we will learn, build relationships, and take action to care for our homelands.

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Curriculum, fieldwork, and guest speakers are organized in partnership with Feather River tribes, organizations, and leaders, who meet quarterly to review and revise the vision of the program. Together, we are providing a space to plan for the future of tribal stewardship along the Feather River watershed.  

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2025 Project Partners include:

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• Berry Creek Rancheria

• Mooretown Rancheria

• Enterprise Rancheria

• Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians

• Konkow Valley Band of Maidu Indians 

• Maidu Summit Consortium

• Department of Water Resources

• River Partners

• And many more guest speakers and cultural teachers!

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What You’ll Learn

• Cultural and Scientific Knowledge
  Learn from tribal leaders, cultural teachers, and environmental experts about the Feather River’s history, health, and protections. See how traditional knowledge and science can work together to care for the land and water.

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• Stronger Connections
  Meet and work with other tribal members who care about the Feather River. Build relationships and grow a network of people working to protect our lands and waters.

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• Learning from Tribal Leaders

Hear from Native people who are doing important work on the Feather River. Learn how they are protecting water, restoring land, and making change through policy and advocacy.

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What to Expect

The program includes:

 

Workshops – Learn about water policy, land protection, and tribal sovereignty

 

Field Trips – Visit important cultural sites and environmental projects

 

Guest Speakers – Hear from Native leaders, scientists, and allies

 

Cultural Teachings – Learn about traditional ways of caring for the land and water

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Join Us

Are you a tribal member or Native community member with a connection to the Feather River? Do you want to learn, grow, and help protect our homelands? If so, we invite you to apply! This is a great opportunity to build your knowledge, strengthen your leadership, and connect with others who share your passion.

 

Application Deadline: February 28