Golden Eagle Update: All Trails Open Again at Los Vaqueros!
Los Vaqueros is a prime nesting area for Golden Eagles. Several hiking trails were closed from March through the end of June to protect nesting Golden Eagles in the Watershed. We appreciate everyone’s patience during that time, as nesting Golden Eagles are extremely sensitive to the presence of people. The trails are now open again, and we have at least four fledged Golden Eagle chicks.
For more information, check out the Golden Eagles page on the Los Vaqueros website.
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Don't Ditch a Fish!
Help us protect our fisheries, native species, and fragile ecosystems. Transporting and releasing live fish—or any aquarium species—into the reservoir, ponds and creeks is illegal and harmful. Report violations to the Watershed Office at 925-240-2360.
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Watershed Hours
April through August
6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
September
7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Los Vaqueros Reservoir Expansion Project Gets $459 Million from Prop. 1
On July 24, the California Water Commission announced that $459 million of Proposition 1 funding will be slated for expanding Los Vaqueros Reservoir. Read the news release. For more information on funding and our potential project partners, click here.
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Los Vaqueros Tarantula Run!
Get ready to traverse the hills of Los Vaqueros Reservoir on Saturday, October 13, 2018! The Tarantula Run was first held in 2006, organized to recognize the Contra Costa Water District's 70th anniversary and encourage visitation to the Los Vaqueros Watershed. It's held in October, since that's the time when male tarantulas are usually roaming the watershed looking for mates. The run has plenty of excitement including the chance of tarantula sightings along the course! Add in a free Kids Spider Scramble for children 10 and under, half marathon, 10K and 5K runners and you have adventure for everyone!
Walkers/hikers and runners of all levels are welcome!
Check out all the event info here! No need for arachno-FOMO! Register today!
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Catch a Special Thrill (C.A.S.T.) Day!
Cast a line, have fun in the sun with family and friends, and enjoy a BBQ lunch at the annual C.A.S.T. Day at the Los Vaqueros Marina on Saturday, October 20, 2018! C.A.S.T. is a free fishing event that takes students with special needs and pairs them and their families with local volunteer fishing experts for a day of boat or shore-fishing, a BBQ lunch, awards, and freebies like a fishing pole and other goodies for the students.
- When: Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Where: Los Vaqueros Marina, 9990 Los Vaqueros Road, Byron
- RSVP: The event is open to all students with special needs from communities within the District’s service area. Students must be at least five years old, and pre-registration is required for all participants—space is limited, so sign up soon! Email WaterEducation@ccwater.com to register and for more information.
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Fishing Clinic
Learn everything you’ve wanted to know about lake fishing. From bait and knots to trolling and cleaning, our experienced staff will provide tips to help you reel in a big one. Clinics are tailored to participants’ skill levels. Open to all ages.
- When: First Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Where: Los Vaqueros Marina, 9990 Los Vaqueros Road, Byron
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Thank you to Steve Goodall for sharing photos of wildlife at the Los Vaqueros.
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