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Wetland Group B
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ID
Strategies
Resources
Stressors (Habitat only)
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Actions
Affected
Decreased land managed for habitatStored water shortageWater timingWater temperatureInvasive sppNutrient loading, PollutantsFragmentationFeas.Stressors Reduced (from worksheet)Effect.WhenWhereHowWho
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Increase soil water retention
PWSWTCBBwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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1.1Improve rangeland practices to retain waterPWTCBBXXXHsameMNearRangelands. Most effective for stock ponds, less so for valley floor wetlandsincentive programs, outreachNGO and public with private landowners
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1.2Vegetation buffersPWTCBBXXXMsameM or L with low confidenceNearWhere adjacent to permanent wetlands.Native perennial grassland restoration, outreach and incentive programs, use climate-smart plant listsNGO and public with private landowners
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Increase storage
PWSWTCBBwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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2.1Off-channel storageTCBBXXXsame
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Increase GW recharge
PWSWTCBBwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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3.1Improve rangeland practices to retain waterPWSWTCBBXXXsame
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3.2Grassland restorationPWSWTCBBXXXsame
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3.3Reduce impervious surfacesPWSWTCBBXXXsame
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Reduce evaporation
PWSWTCBBXXXwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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4.1Veg mgt techniques to enhance coverPWTCBBXXXHsameM with low confidenceExisting wetlandsincentive programs and outreachprivate and public landowners
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4.2Managing water seasonally (depth)PWTCBBXXXMsameHNearAll permanent wetlands, especially publicPublic entities coordinateprivate and public landowners, but private more difficult
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Improve water conveyence infrastructure
PWSWTCBBXXXXwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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5.1Line or pipe canalsPWTCBBXXXXHsameHNearWhere the soil is more permeable to avoid giant garter snakesincentive programs, Prioritize areas for pipes and lining so we don't impact snake habitatpublic and private landowners
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5.2Improve water control structures (gates, etc.)PWTCBBXXXXHsameHNeareverywhereincentive programspublic and private landowners
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Influence policy favorable to getting water to wetlands
PWSWTCBBXXXwater shortage, water temperature
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6.1Reduce or cap water transfers out of the CV. Change the way water transfers are handled.PWTCBBXXXM with low confidencesameHMidNorth of the DeltaTransfers would be done in wet years (when the CV has its allocations) and stored in the LA basin for dry years. Increase GW injection wells to store the water. Some of this is already happening.Water mgt agencies, CVPIA, DWR, water districts
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6.2Re-evaluate water rightsPWTCBBXXXLsameHLongState-widePoliticsLegislature
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6.3Regulate GWPWTCBBXXXMsameHLongState-wideWorking with legislature and GWMPsState leg
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6.4If all else fails, Invoke Public Trust DoctrinePWTCBBXXXsamethe one-third or so that is on public landSue to get allocations in extreme dry periods. They are often the first to get cut off.
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Coordinated mgt of water allocations in the region between wetland owners
PWSWTCBBXXXXwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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7.1Research and modeling to determine where water is and needs to go to prioritize and coordinatePWTCBBXXXXHNANANearNAGet grant funding. MOU for agency cooperation.University/NGO/Gov
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7.2Build on existing partnerships for drought management -- public wetland mgrs groups, etc.PWTCBBXXXXHWater availability, Invasive spp, pollutants, fragmentationHMidValley-wideCommunications, workshopsPublic land mgt agencies, private waterfowl clubs, CVJV
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7.3Use the modeling to plan actions and achieve water savings/efficiency to enhance and support wildlife and water efficiency.PWTCBBXXXXHsameHMidValley-wideInteragency agreements, cooperative agreements, MOU between public and private entitiesPublic land mgt agencies, private waterfowl clubs
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Coordinate and optimize timing of water allocations across the region
SWTCBBXXXXwater shortage, water timing, water temperature
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8.1communication and planning between wetland ownersTCBBXXXXsame
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Improve water quality (reduce pollutants and sedimentation)
PWSWTCBBXXnutrient loading, pollutants and poisons, sedimentation
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9.1Grazing mgt-- same as action 1.1PWSWTCBBXXHsameMNearincentive programs, outreach
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9.2Veg buffersPWSWTCBBXXMsameM or L with low confidence
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9.3Improve Ag practices (at the source)PWSWTCBBXXMsameHReduce pesticide use, covercrops.
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Expand and restore the habitat, and protect existing habitat
PWSWTCBBXXXXXXAll
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10.1Continue to promote and support ongoing habitat restoration and enhancement programsPWSWXXXXXXHAllHNearValley-wideSecure additional funds; Recontour ponds to enhance usability by more diverse spp. (more flexible to change depth as needed)Public resource agencies, NGO, DU, RCDs
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10.2Develop and promote climate-smart wetland design and management techniquesPWSWXXXXXXHAllHNear to MidValley-wideAgreements, projects, grantsState and federal, universities, and NGOs
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10.3Promote easement programs to protect existing and future habitatPWSWXXXXXXHAllHNearValley-wideFunding and outreachEverybody
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Reduce invasive species
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11.1Develop and implement invasive species mgt strategiesPWSWXHinvasive sppHNearAll permanent wetlandsPublic entities take the lead and give money to get it done.Everyone
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11.2Get rid of carp, bullfrogs, nerodia snakesPWSWXHinvasive sppMNearAll permanent wetlandsDry down the wetland every third year. Also helps with bullfrogsPublic agencies are more likely to do it.
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Protect colonies by providing safe breeding and foraging habitat.
TCBB
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12.1Restore breeding/feeding habitatTCBBRefuges and private lands with permanent and semi-permanent wetlands
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12.2Improve farming practicesTCBBWork with farmers to decrease hazing and harvesting impacts and provide forage for breeding colonies by reducing pesticide use during key breeding period, Selectively eradicate non-natives to preserve some himalaya blackberries. Compensation for delayed harvests.
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Improve understanding of the TCBB requirements for lifecycle.
TCBB
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13.1Conduct research to better understand landscape variables and factors influencing habitat selection and breeding success.TCBB
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13.2Monitoring and surveying at the local and landscape levelsTCBBImprove survey methods and expand survey area throughout species range. Increase knowledge about colony site selection through Inventory and Monitoring.
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Create and restore new breeding habitat
PWSWTCBB
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14.1Prioritize areas for restoration (may need the aforementioned research)PWSWTCBB
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14.2Increase water (see strategies for permanent and seasonal wetlands)PWSWTCBB
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Improve leadership for planning and coordination for the TCBB
TCBB
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15.1Achieve a functional working groupTCBBLeadership and coordination. need an adaptive mgt plan for TCBB.
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15.2Develop an adaptive management planTCBB
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15.3Revise conservation plan.TCBB
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Wetland Group A
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Increase Water Use EfficiencyRCFC
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Coordinate CV wide flooding to synchronize with migration (including shifting areas so there is always some water when needed)MDrought, lack of water when needed by waterbirds, high water cost or low efficiency for the farmers, habitat limitationMnearValley wideCoordinated water management network needed, with a coordinator, must be data-driven, need representative of agencies, refuges, and ag groups and buy-in.Representative of agencies, refuges, AND ag groups (rice commission). Farm Bureau. Must have buy-in. NRCS could have a role. Could be incentivized. (really this should be across all flooded wetlands, not just ag).
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Research relative wildlife benefits of different current and potentialflooding and irrigation methods (timing, flood, pivot, drip, methods)HDrought, lack of water when needed by waterbirds, high water cost or low efficiency for the farmers, habitat limitationMNearvalley wide (alfalfa farming regions)Get funding, design RFPsResearch NGOs, Ag extensions, USGS, universities, LCC
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Maintain wildlife-friendly Spring, Fall and Winter floodingRCFC
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Expand and make permanent existing limited time incentive programs. Allow funding terms to be extended indefinitely (or at least beyond the current 3 year term limit). (is this a long-term subsidy or easement rather than a short-term incentive?) M-L (follow up with Greg)Drought, water cost, limited habitat availability Hnearvalley wideDevelop programs funded by below; revise farm bill; create endowmentDucks Unlimited, TNC, NRCS, CWA, other federal agencies
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Create markets for ecosystem services which includes groundwater rechargeMDrought, water cost, limited habitat availability Mnearstate wide, valley wide(research this)Water districts, state water resources control board, appropriate water management agencies (research needed), need representatives from the habitat management community too CA Sustainable Groundwater Act 2014
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Assist better connection of hunters and Rice FarmersHdecline of hunting consituency leading to decline in habitat availabilityMnearRice farming countiesWebsite and other tools for hunter use to locate farms for hunting. Website and other tools for hunter use to locate farms for hunting.
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Restore marginal cropland to wetlandsRCFC
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Raise WRP easement offers to market ratesM or LPressure to convert flooded crops to dry, urbanization, habitat availabilityHmidStrategic places with reliable water supplies (even in drought), and to enhance connectivityChange policy, find fundingFederal regulators, farm bill program, WRPEffectiveness depends on water rights for the properties
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Reduce pesticide usageFC
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Research to identify Alternative Pest Management, and evaluate effects on crop yield and water efficiencyHDecline in habitat quality and food availability (invertebrates)MnearValley-wide, focus on alfalfaFund and deploy research(same as other research actions), Ca Dept of Pesticide Regulation
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Educate farmersHDecline in habitat quality and food availability (invertebrates)MmidsameOutreach programsAg extensions
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Provide IncentivesMDecline in habitat quality and food availability (invertebrates)Hmid-longsame
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Maintain rice cultivationRC
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Acquire conservation easements to reduce urbanizationHUrbanization (conversion)HnearRice growing counties adjacent to urbanizationThrough California Rice CommisionsFWS, Dept of Conservation, Wildlife Conservation Board
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Increase outreach to public about wildlife value of rice cropland (countering apparent waste of water)Hdrought awareness, public perception of water using cropsMnearStatewide, NationwideSchool programs, displays at interpretation centers, signs along highways, guided tours (bus tours) - coordinate with valley bird festivalsUniversities, Farm Bureau, Coop extensions, NGOs, Ducks Unlimited
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Better assist connection of hunters and rice and corn farmersRCFCHdecline of hunting leading to decline in habitatMnearvalley wide, rice and corn areasWebsite to help hunters locate appropriate farmersFlooded Corn in some regions
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Improve reproductive success within available habitatBWBSB
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Increase cover in uplands adjacent to wetlands to enhance breeding success of waterbirds
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Increase safe nesting for shorebirds in managed wetlands
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Maintain or increase available habitat for breeding birdsBWBSB
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Short term: Maintain Rice Cultivation (see habitat)Near
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Longer term: increase wetland restoration with connectivity with uplands for nesting and permanent wetlands for brood rearing, to replace declining rice croplandLong
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Manage diseasesBWBSB
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Consider disease management in water placement
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increase circulation of water
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Restore and protect additonal wetlandsWWBSB
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Identify & prioritize unprotected wetlands
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Acquire easements or fee title, at market rates
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Promote wetland habitat in July and August to support non-breeding shorebirdsWWBSBBWBSB
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TBD
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Maximize and enhance wetland, riverine and upland connectivityWDM
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Create and maintain ongoing decision support tool tracking locations of wetlands and riverine habitats with hydrologic connectivity
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Prioritize water allocation to enhance connectivity
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Prioritize acquisition to enhance connectivity
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Protect tidal wetland migration corridors for Suisun Shrew and Salt Marsh Harvest MouseWDM
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Identify and prioritize corridors for protection
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