Upcoming Presentations & Events
River otters are charismatic carnivores, and make wonderful ambassadors for river and wetland restoration and conservation efforts. Yet, little was known about their population, range and seasonal eating habits in the Bay Area before we began our project. The River Otter Ecology Project has taken on the challenge of discovering and documenting their ecological niche, with the goal of informing land use decisions and preserving habitat for these lively aquatic mammals. Our educational presentations and tabling events offer a range of lively, entertaining and fun activities for adults and children, to help the world understand that what’s good for river otters — healthy watersheds — is good for humans and all living beings.
River otters are thriving in the Bay Area. Let’s keep it that way!
Saturday
February 21, 2026
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PARTY
Because we appreciate all our volunteers and your wonderful work.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: All our volunteers, staff, and special guests. Invitation only.

Saturday
March 8, 2026
North Bay Science Discovery Day
10AM – 4PM
Sonoma County Fairgrounds
Free admission, free parking

Saturday
April 18, 2026
SAFARI WEST EARTH DAY CELEBRATION:
Learn About Your Watershed
Meet us at the Sonoma Serengeti!
WHERE: Safari West, Santa Rosa, CA
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Check back on the Safari West website for information and reservations.
Saturday
April 18, 2026
SAFARI WEST CONSERVATION TALK – FOR KIDS and FUN PARENTS!
WHERE: Safari West, Santa Rosa, CA
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Check back on the Safari West website for information and reservations.
Saturday
May 2, 2026
COME TALK OTTERS AND WATERS!
WHERE: Shorebird Park, Berkeley Marina, 11AM – 4PM
The River Otter Ecology Project is a registered 501 (c)(3) EIN #45-4997526 non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of river otters and our watershed. Our organization is not affiliated with any other otter-related research group or community outreach organization.
© 2026 River Otter Ecology Project
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