library

Resources

Summer & Winter Newsletters

Presentations

Assessments, Plans & Reports

Press Releases

River-Friendly Landscaping Resources

Weed Warriors Resources

Assessments, Plans and Reports

Boca Watershed Assessment

Bear Creek Watershed Assessment Report

Coldstream Canyon Watershed Assessment Final Report.

Coordinated Watershed Management strategy for Middle Truckee River.

Donner Basin Assessment Final Report.

Donner Lake Interagency Partnership for Stewardship (DIPS) Charter

Donner Lake Interagency Partnership for Stewardship (DIPS) – 2021 State of Donner Lake.

Donner Lake Interagency Partnership for Stewardship (DIPS) – 2022 State of Donner Lake.

Donner Lake Interagency Partnership for Stewardship (DIPS) – 2022 Stewardship Plan.

Gray Creek Watershed Assessment and Restoration Plan.

Johnson Canyon Watershed Assessment.

Johnson Canyon West Watershed Assessment.

Lacey Meadows Assessment, Sierra and Nevada Counties.

Mainstem Martis Creek Conceptual Design and Feasibility Study.

Mainstem Martis Creek Restoration 95% Plans.

Martis Watershed Assessment Report.

Martis Wildlife Area Restoration Intermediate Design Plans.

Memorandum of Understanding, Truckee River Watershed Council: Coordinated Resource Management and Planning for the Truckee River Watershed.

Middle Truckee River – Benthic Macroinvertebrate Responses to Sediment Deposition.

Middle Truckee River – Use of Benthic Invertebrate Biological Indicators in Evaluating Sediment Deposition Impairment.

Middle Truckee River TMDL Bed Conditions Monitoring Report, 2010-2011.

Middle Truckee River TMDL Bed Conditions Monitoring Report, 2014.

Middle Truckee River TMDL Suspended Sediment Monitoring Report, 2014.

Middle Truckee River TMDL Suspended Sediment Monitoring Report, 2013.

Middle Truckee River TMDL Suspended Sediment Monitoring Report, 2012.

Middle Truckee River TMDL Suspended Sediment Monitoring Report, 2011.

Middle Truckee River Tributaries Sediment Source Assessment Prescription Plan.

Middle Truckee River Watershed Forest Health Assessment

Perazzo Meadows Geomorphic Assessment.

Perazzo Meadows Restoration Hydrologic Monitoring Data, 2012.

Perazzo Meadows Restoration Hydrologic Monitoring Data, 2013.

Perazzo Meadows Restoration Hydrologic Monitoring Data, 2014.

Perazzo Meadows Restoration Hydrologic Monitoring Data, 2018.

Pole Creek Assessment

Prosser Creek Watershed Assessment

Truckee River Corridor Access Plan.

Truckee River Revitalization Assessment, Town River Corridor.

Truckee River Water Fund: Optimizing Conservation Investments With the RIOS Model.

Truckee River Watershed Council 2013 Project List

Truckee River Watershed Council 2016 Privacy Policy

Truckee Wetlands Restoration Partnership Conceptual Design Basis Report.

2019 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2018 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2017 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2016 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2015 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2014 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2013 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2012 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2011 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2010 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2009 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

2008 Truckee River Watershed Council Annual Monitoring Data Report.

River-Friendly Landscaping Resources

Bare Soil Treatments
City of Portland Stormwater. 2002. Bio Retention Tip Sheet

Infiltration Basin (BMP-008)

Infiltration System (BMP-007)

Infiltration System Components (BMP-006)

Parking Barriers (BMP-026)

Reseeding Disturbed Areas (NRCS)

Turf Watering (NRCS)

Vegetated Swale /Bioretention Basin

Yard Fertility Management (NRCS)

Sierra Nevada Alliance. Sierra Nevada Yard and Garden Guide.

Drip Line Treatments
Armored Drip Line (BMP-009)

Drip Line Conveyance Trench (BMP-004)

Drip Line Infiltration Trench (BMP-001)

Roof Valley Drip Line Treatment (BMP-002)

Subsurface Conveyance System (BMP-005)

Driveway Treatments
Conveyance Infiltration Components (BMP-003)

Driveway Conveyance Swale (BMP-022)

Driveway Edge Armor (BMP-024)

Driveway Infiltration Trench (BMP-023)

Driveway Options

Driveway Retrofit Guidelines

Reverse Slotted Channel Drain (BMP-021)

Slotted Channel Drain (BMP-020)

Treatments for Decks, Stairs and Walkways
Elevated Structures (BMP-010)

Low Elevated Structures (BMP-011)

Slope Stabilization Treatments
Fabric Rock Slope Protection (BMP-041)

Methods for Controlling Erosion on Steep Slopes

Rock Slope Protection (BMP-040)

Slope Stabilization (NRCS)

Slope Stabilization Techniques (NRCS)

Stacked Rock Wall (BMP-042)

Terracing (NRCS)

Timber Wall (BMP-043)

Vegetative Slope Stabilization (NRCS)

Other Treatments and Information
Filter Fabric Specifications

Know Your Thistles

Rain Garden Design Manual (August 2010)

Runoff Infiltration Systems

Small Ranch Manual for WQ Protection

TRPA Plant List

WE'RE HIRING: Lead Philanthropy. Advance Watershed Resilience.

Development Director – Truckee River Watershed Council (Full description linked here)
Location: Truckee, CA
Salary: $105,000–$125,000 + benefits

The Truckee River Watershed Council (TRWC) seeks an experienced Development Director to lead our philanthropic strategy and strengthen long-term funding for watershed restoration across the region.

This senior role is ideal for a proven fundraising leader who excels in major gifts, donor strategy, and board partnership, and who is ready to help shape the next phase of TRWC’s organizational growth. 

About TRWC
TRWC is a trusted regional nonprofit dedicated to protecting, enhancing, and restoring the Truckee River watershed. Our work strengthens forests, meadows, and aquatic habitat to improve wildfire resilience, water quality, and long-term ecological health. 

With an $8M+ annual budget and a strong reputation among public agencies, funders, and community partners, TRWC is entering an exciting new chapter of organizational growth and philanthropic expansion.

What You’ll Lead

  • Major gifts and multiyear giving 
  • Donor pipeline development and stewardship
  • Board and volunteer fundraising leadership 
  • Strategic donor engagement events (River Talks, River Breakfast) 
  • Unrestricted foundation & corporate support 
  • Early-stage planned giving and endowment growth

What We’re Looking For

  • 7+ years nonprofit fundraising experience
  • Demonstrated success in major gifts and donor engagement
  • Experience partnering with Boards and volunteer fundraising leaders
  • Strong communication, strategy, and relationship building skills 
  • Commitment to environmental stewardship and community-based work 

Compensation & Location 

  • Competitive salary, full benefits, and retirement plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Position is based in Truckee, CA with required in-person engagement

To Apply 

Send a single PDF (cover letter, resume, three professional references) to: mprestowitz@truckeeriverwc.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by March 25.

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