Audubon Kern River Preserve protects part of the South Fork Kern River, a tributary of the Kern River. During high water years part of the preserve now rests under Isabella Reservoir, an artificial lake dedicated in 1953 for the purpose of irrigation and flood control for the southern San Joaquin Valley.
The Kern River Preserve welcomes educational field visits from school and adult groups.
Exposed vertical pipes with open tops pose a tremendous hazard to birds and other wildlife.
Volunteers of all levels of ability and time commitment are welcome.
Arundo donax was introduced from the Mediterranean region of Europe to California in the 1820's for roofing material and erosion control.
The article that follows is a tutorial on salt cedar: one of a series of articles staff of the Kern River Preserve are preparing to educate about local invasives and some steps each of us can take to help eradicate them.