Funding

The work upon which this website is based was funded in whole or in part through a grant awarded by the California Department of Conservation.

The statements and conclusions are those of the Upper Merced River Watershed Council and not necessarily those of the Department of Conservation, or its employees. The Department makes no warranties, express or implied, and assumes no liability for the information contained herein. 

Mission

The mission of the Upper Merced River Watershed Council is to work with individuals and organizations to protect and enhance the natural, economic, and cultural resources of the Watershed through education, community-based projects, responsible planning, and stewardship.

Organization

The Upper Merced River Watershed Council was established in 2001 through a watershed coordinator grant awarded to the Mariposa County Resource Conservation District. The Council recruited stakeholders and partners, identified Watershed needs, and formulated a work plan for the watershed.