Field Notes

Field Notes

We share our expertise and knowledge on topics that impact our industry from regulatory and policy issues to cutting-edge technology and innovations in the field.

Environmental Trends

New Scientific Paper Explores Biofluorescence in Amphibians

WRA's Marisa Ishimatsu is a co-author of a recent scientific paper "Biofluorescence in California Tiger Salamander, Ambystoma californiense (Amphibia: Ambystomatidae)"…

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What is Blue Carbon?
November 12, 2021
The world's salt marshes, seagrass meadows, and kelp forests have carbon-storing superpowers, giving us yet another reason to protect and…
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Brooklyn Basin: Creating New Possibilities for a Restored Waterfront Community
August 17, 2021
The Brooklyn Basin project represents an opportunity for a restored waterfront community with parks, trails, residential and commercial spaces along…
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Mitigation Banking at Ridge Top Ranch Provides Habitat for Endangered Frogs and Butterflies
June 30, 2021
A conservation bank provides habitat for endangered frogs and butterflies with credits available to offset mitigation needs. High in the…
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How Wildfire Preparedness Supports Community Resilience
June 21, 2021
Wildfire preparedness requires work at multiple scales. Individuals should prepare their residences to be more fire-resilient by regularly maintaining their…
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Corte Madera Tidal Marsh Habitat Restoration and Public Access Complete
March 30, 2021
In collaboration with The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District, WRA designed four acres of restored tidal marsh located within…
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Alameda’s Encinal Beach Provides Restored Dune Habitat and Recreation Enhancements
March 16, 2021
Poking out from the coastline, Encinal Beach in Alameda is bringing awareness of sensitive coastal habitats to Bay Area visitors.…
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Steelhead Migration Restored in a Napa River Tributary with Removal of a Century-old Dam
October 21, 2020
In the year 1900, in the small Napa Valley town of St. Helena, increasing water needs for agricultural and municipal…
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Wildlife Impacts and Public Access: Are there unintended consequences of increasing open space visitation?
June 9, 2020
The Shelter in Place (SIP) order has been in effect in the San Francisco Bay area for nearly three months…
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Why You Should Check For This Underwater Plant Before Planning In-Water Construction
May 1, 2020
Perhaps you are considering the addition of a private boat pier to your property, or need to increase the depth…
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Upcoming Events

WRA is a proud sponsor of California Trails & Greenways 2023! This event provides high-quality education and networking opportunities for urban, rural, and backcountry trail professionals. Join leading trail experts for training and discussions on the latest advances in trail design, construction, maintenance, interpretation, volunteerism, and management. Explore new, collaborative opportunities and engage in productive, meaningful, and inspiring dialog.

WRA’s Matt Richmond will lend his ecological expertise to a panel “How to Plan for and Manage E-Mountain Bike Use” on March 29, 2023, from 10:00- 11:00am. Read more on our news page!

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Join the Bay Planning Coalition (BPC) on March 30, 2023 at the City Club of San Francisco from 4:30-7:30 p.m. to commemorate 40 years of facilitation and advocacy in support of the San Francisco Bay Area’s economy and environment.

WRA’s Justin Semion, MBA, PWS and Jordan Rosencranz, DEnv, CE, CERPIT will attend.

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The California Native Grasslands Association invites you to attend their 15th Annual Field Day and Return to Hedgerow Farms! This year’s theme is “Community Supporting Grasslands/Grasslands Supporting Community”. The field day will be held Friday, March 31, 2023 at Hedgerow Farms in Winters, California.

Members of WRA’s riverscapes and shorelines group will attend including Ingrid Morken, PLA, CERP, SITES AP.

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The Colorado Wildland Fire Conference will be in Fort Collins, Colorado in April 10-14, 2023. This event is geared toward professionals working proactively to improve wildfire outcomes in Colorado communities and landscapes. Anyone wishing to learn more about how they can reduce their community’s vulnerability to wildfire is welcome to attend.

Two of WRA’s Colorado-based staff GIS Team Leader Peter Kobylarz, GISP and Senior Environmental Planner Rob Carnahan will attend.

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BIA|Bay Area’s invites you to join us for a Spring Economic & Housing Outlook with NAHB Chief Economist, Dr. Robert Dietz as he provides a detailed data-based examination of the economy and the home building market. The event will be held on April 13, 2023 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm in Pleasanton. WRA’s Principal Leslie Lazarotti will attend.

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State Water Resources Control Board Finalizes New Statewide Restoration General Water Quality Certification Order

New Scientific Paper Explores Biofluorescence in Amphibians

WRA Principal Ecologist Participating in E-Bike Panel at California Trails & Greenways

WRA Congratulates Derell Griffin, ISA Certified Arborist

WRA Team Members Reflect on Their First Year at WRA

WRA Celebrates International Women’s Day 2023

New Scientific Paper Explores Biofluorescence in Amphibians

Explore All Field Notes

What is Blue Carbon?

Brooklyn Basin: Creating New Possibilities for a Restored Waterfront Community

Mitigation Banking at Ridge Top Ranch Provides Habitat for Endangered Frogs and Butterflies

How Wildfire Preparedness Supports Community Resilience

Corte Madera Tidal Marsh Habitat Restoration and Public Access Complete

Alameda’s Encinal Beach Provides Restored Dune Habitat and Recreation Enhancements

Steelhead Migration Restored in a Napa River Tributary with Removal of a Century-old Dam

Wildlife Impacts and Public Access: Are there unintended consequences of increasing open space visitation?

Why You Should Check For This Underwater Plant Before Planning In-Water Construction

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State Water Resources Control Board Finalizes New Statewide Restoration General Water Quality Certification Order

New Scientific Paper Explores Biofluorescence in Amphibians

WRA Principal Ecologist Participating in E-Bike Panel at California Trails & Greenways

WRA Congratulates Derell Griffin, ISA Certified Arborist

WRA Team Members Reflect on Their First Year at WRA

WRA Celebrates International Women’s Day 2023

New Scientific Paper Explores Biofluorescence in Amphibians

Explore All Field Notes

What is Blue Carbon?

Brooklyn Basin: Creating New Possibilities for a Restored Waterfront Community

Mitigation Banking at Ridge Top Ranch Provides Habitat for Endangered Frogs and Butterflies

How Wildfire Preparedness Supports Community Resilience

Corte Madera Tidal Marsh Habitat Restoration and Public Access Complete

Alameda’s Encinal Beach Provides Restored Dune Habitat and Recreation Enhancements

Steelhead Migration Restored in a Napa River Tributary with Removal of a Century-old Dam

Wildlife Impacts and Public Access: Are there unintended consequences of increasing open space visitation?

Why You Should Check For This Underwater Plant Before Planning In-Water Construction

Mar 28-Mar 30 | California Trails & Greenways (Palm Springs)

Mar 30 | Bay Planning Coalition 40th Anniversary (San Francisco)

Mar 31 | California Native Grasslands Association Field Day at Hedgerow Farms (Winters)

Apr 10-Apr 14 | Colorado Wildland Fire Conference (Fort Collins, CO)

Apr 13 | Building Industry Association Bay Area Housing Economic Forecast (Pleasanton)