Project Updates · October 1, 2025
Goats for Good: Defending Greater Nevada City
Over 200 goats will maintain the Round Mountain shaded fuel break—reducing wildfire risk and protecting our communities in the Nevada City area.
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We advance forest resilience and watershed health through stewardship projects such as fuels reduction and forest restoration, alongside educational events and publications.
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Procurement · October 17, 2025
Notice of Intent to Award: Inimim Forest Phase 3
YWI intends to award the contract for the Inimim Forest Restoration Project – Phase 3 Timber Harvest, advancing landscape-scale forest resilience in Nevada County.
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Project Updates · January 15, 2025
Little Deer Creek Project Highlights
Forest resilience treatments to protect communities and critical infrastructure near Nevada City, with work spanning multiple seasons.
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