The Nevada County Resource Conservation District (NCRCD) is your local partner in promoting sustainable environmental management. The origins of RCDs date back to the Dust Bowl era when severe drought and poor land management led to devastating dust storms. This crisis prompted Congress to establish the Soil Conservation Service (now NRCS) and enabled farmers to create local conservation districts. NCRCD works closely with the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to provide landowners with the latest scientific information and techniques for managing their natural resources.
Nevada County RCD’s mission spans a wide range of activities, from agricultural land conservation and forest stewardship to urban resource management and water quality protection. By design, RCDs are woven into their communities and thus have a unique local role in conservation. Strong working partnerships with community members, private and public land owners and managers, non-profit organizations, research institutions, and all levels of government allow RCDs to deliver a broad range of on-the-ground solutions to resource and conservation challenges.
Established under California law as a “special district,” the NCRCD is governed by a board of local landowners and dedicated to educating the community on sustainable environmental practices and land stewardship. RCDs throughout California maintain a special relationship with each other, the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts (CARCD), California Department of Conservation (DOC), and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS).
Since its founding in 1944, the NCRCD has evolved to meet the changing needs of our community, offering expertise in erosion control, forest health, wildlife habitat enhancement, and more. Today, NCRCD continues its legacy of conservation, partnering with landowners to preserve and enhance the natural beauty and resources of Nevada County.
Our compact yet dynamic team at NCRCD combines diverse talents and expertise to connect meaningfully with the community. Each member brings a unique set of skills and a shared passion for conservation.
Briana Bacon, our Executive Director, has deep roots in Nevada County, bringing a wealth of local knowledge, a strong commitment to our community, and a 20 year career in non-profit management.
Anne Solik, our office manager, has served the NRCS and RCD almost 11 years, embodying versatility by filling numerous roles within our organization. Her extensive knowledge spans various domains, and she possesses a keen understanding of our community’s diverse needs.
Nathan Alcorn, our Program Director, brings a wealth of experience from the Forest Service and Fire Safe Council, complemented by a strong background in grant writing, which has significantly benefited the RCD through securing valuable grant opportunities.
Emma DiClementi, our Program Manager, brings valuable experience from RCDs in Michigan and Tahoe and is currently pursuing a Certification in Regenerative Agriculture from CSU Chico, showcasing her dedication to advancing sustainable practices within our community.
The RCD is eagerly anticipating the opportunity to share its conservation efforts with the community through this YubaNet series. For detailed information about our current programs, community resources, and to stay connected with us, please visit our website www.ncrcd.org or drop by our office to say hello.
