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Our Impact
Last Year Our Youth Corps...
Diverted 601,585 pounds of E-waste from the landfill.
Restored 166 acres of natural habitat.
Reduced fire fuel on 780 acres of public and private land.
Restored or maintained 137 miles of trails.
Diverted 8,256 tires from the landfill.
Project Spotlight
Friends of Corte Madera Creek
In collaboration with Friends of Corte Madera Creek Watershed, Conservation Corps North Bay crews have been supporting the Lower College of Marin Corte Madera Creek Habitat Restoration efforts. When completed, the project will create approximately 0.6 acres of new tidal wetland and 0.8 acres of new transitional and upland riparian habitats by removing or lowering 625 lineal feet of concrete flood channel wall. The new habitats would use appropriate native vegetation and be designed at elevations that would accommodate sea-level rise so they would be resilient to climate change.
In the first phase of the project, corpsmembers helped to salvage and protect native wetland and transitional zone vegetation ahead of construction. After assisting with the installation of weed mats and irrigation, the crew followed up the native habitat preservation efforts by replanting the salvaged vegetation to restore ecological functions and keep sediment runoff away from the creek. The crew worked on reintroducing native vegetation, including oak trees, by cutting holes into preexisting erosion fabric in hopes of aiding further stabilization of the eroding creek banks. Although the crew had to traverse extremely muddy conditions and the occasional rainy day, they gained valuable experience on this unique project and made connections that will contribute to their ability to start their careers when they complete their time at CCNB.
Marin Corpsmember of the Year
Cesar
Cesar turned a year of opportunity into a transformative launchpad for his career. With focused determination, he successfully completed the program’s academic track to earn his high school diploma and established a critical foundation for his future.
Building on that momentum, Cesar proactively engaged in workforce training, earning industry-recognized certifications such as OSHA-10 Safety, First Aid/CPR, HAZWOPER 40, and Forklift Operation. During his time at CCNB he became a translator for the field program and obtained his driver’s license. All of these achievements helped him secure employment after completing our program as a Landscape Restoration Technician at Prunuske Chatham where he continues to develop new skills.
Beyond the documents, Cesar consistently demonstrated a strong work ethic, teamwork, and a commitment to personal growth throughout the process. His journey from enrollment to qualified professional is a testament to his perseverance and the power of the program’s supportive model.
Sonoma Corpsmember of the Year
Marx
Marx started as a Natural Resources crew corpsmember in February 2024. When he first enrolled at CCNB, he faced various challenges that he eventually overcame after committing to investing in himself. Learning healthier habits and lifestyle changes cleared a path for him to take full advantage of all CCNB has to offer and to be successful in the program.
After gaining experience in Natural Resources and reaching a Sawyer 3 level certification, he moved to the Zero Waste crew to further his skills. One of the main goals Marx had when joining CCNB was to earn his high school diploma which he successfully achieved in September 2025. He also worked his way through CCNB’s LevelUP system, which guides corpsmembers to achieve personal and professional milestones and includes pay incentives along the way. Marx has obtained many certificates during his time with us, including: CPR, OSHA-10, Sawyer 1, 2, and 3, DTSC (Department of Toxic Substances Control), and E-Waste Universal Training. As a Firefighter Type 1, Marx brought a lot of experience and knowledge and was a source of motivation for his fellow corpsmembers.
