Wetlands are of great ecological importance because they provide a habitat for both migrating and year-round bird species. They are also key to natural water quality improvement, flood protection, and shoreline erosion control as well as offering opportunities for recreation and aesthetic appreciation. Protecting wetlands enhances our safety and the ecological welfare of our region.
During this Wetlands 101 presentation, you will learn about the wetlands along Pt. San Pedro Road and the nearby vast salt marshes of China Camp State Park. Our speakers will bring their extensive experience and knowledge to you in this important webinar.
Stuart Siegel, PhD, PWS – Adjunct Professor of Earth & Climate Sciences, San Francisco State University; Coastal Resilience Specialist, San Francisco Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve
Dr. Siegel’s focus is on the science and policy intersections of climate change, ecosystem restoration and resilience, coupled human-natural systems, and regional land use planning. His work is primarily in estuarine and coastal tidal wetlands and lagoons with a focus on the San Francisco Estuary. He received his Ph.D. in Geography from the University of California at Berkeley in 2002 and his Professional Wetland Scientist certification in 1994.
Barbara Salzman– Board President, Marin Audubon Society
Barbara Salzman began conservation work in 1974 with Marin Audubon’s Conservation Committee, which advocates for the protection of birds, wetlands and other habitats. For over 30 years, Marin Audubon Society has been a sponsor of habitat restoration and habitat acquisition projects. Barbara has managed most of these projects.