Informational Webinar for California Native Americans Tribes
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is in the process of developing the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Plan, as required by the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act (WJTCA). The plan is being developed on a very tight timeline, with a complete draft due to the California Fish and Game Commission by December 31, 2024. Consultation and collaboration with California Native American Tribes, governmental agencies, and the public are critical components of the plan’s development.
CDFW values this opportunity to incorporate tribal interest and perspectives early in the process and is committed to collaborate with California Native American Tribes to ensure that co-management principles and traditional ecological knowledge are included in the plan.
As the first step of engagement, CDFW has recorded a Tribal informational webinar on the WJTCA that is available by clicking the button below. The webinar begins with an introductory message from CDFW Director Chuck Bonham and covers topics including a brief background on the biology of and impacts to Joshua trees, an overview of the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act, and the timeline for future opportunities for collaboration with California Native American Tribes.
CDFW is also hosting an upcoming Live virtual Tribal Question and Answer session to answer questions related to the WJTCA and the recorded webinar. Please register for the Tribal Q&A session with the link provided below. If your tribe cannot attend the Q&A session but would like more information about the project, is interested in participating in the plan’s development, or would like to schedule a time to discuss with staff, email Tribal.Liaison@wildlife.ca.gov.
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November 21, 2023 - Informational Webinar Recording Released
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December 14, 2023 (6:30-7:30 pm) - WJTCA Live Tribal Question and Answer Session
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February 2024 - CDFW-Sponsored facilitated meetings for participating Tribes
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March-April 2024 - One-on-One Consultation Meetings with CDFW and each participating Tribe
CDFW has a new logo for our Western Joshua Tree conservation efforts. The logo includes western Joshua trees in the 3 different size classes, a color palette representing a beautiful Mojave Desert sunset, and a mantra that symbolizes the spirit of the Western Joshua Tree Conservation Act.
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