| Management |
| Preserve Management The Coachella Valley Preserve is a model of cooperation between federal, state, and private conservation efforts for managing sensitive natural areas. A common misconception is that lands such as these within the preserve don’t require management, that “nature” will take care of herself. Unfortunately that is far from the case. Exotic weeds, such as tamarisk, feral pets (dogs and cats) and people all have the ability to damage the natural character of this special place. The management of this preserve involves controlling these threats, monitoring the health of the native plant and animal populations we are striving to protect, and directing human access in a manner that allows enjoyment without degradation of this invaluable resource. Only with this kind of approach will this preserve be here to offer similar experiences for our children and our children’s children. Please help us achieve that promise to our future. The management of the Coachella Valley Preserve is a cooperative effort by the federal, state and private agencies that together own the lands that make up the preserve. The Center for Natural Lands Management, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Bureau of Lands Management, California Department of Fish and Game, and California State Parks, have staff that are dedicated to the day to day management activities on the preserve. For more information on any aspect of the preserve’s management feel free to call at: (760)-343-1234 Info by email The Center for Natural Lands Management is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to science based management of sensitive areas. The Center organizes the volunteers that provide information services at the Wilhelm Grove of Thousand Palms Oasis and help maintain the trail system. The Center also coordinates management and monitoring activities with partner agencies. To reach any of the partner agencies call: Bureau of Land Management: (760) 251-4800 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: (760) 348-5278 or 251-4800 California Department of Fish and Game: (562) 590-5158 or (760) 251 4827 California State Parks: (760) 393-3059 The Nature Conservancy: (949) 263-0933 |
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