Conservation Corps North Bay
Conservation Corps North Bay, celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2022, provides training and work experience for young adults through its Natural Resources and Zero Waste programs, and offers career support services in Marin and Sonoma Counties.
Company Overview
Conservation Corps North Bay (CCNB) operates in Marin and Sonoma Counties, celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2022. It provides training and work experience for young adults through its Natural Resources and Zero Waste programs. The organization also offers a Career Pathways program that includes personalized support in career and educational goal setting, job skills development, and career search and placement assistance. CCNB partners with John Muir Charter School to help corpsmembers earn a high school diploma. The organization has offices in San Rafael and Santa Rosa.
Natural Resources Program
The Natural Resources program at CCNB focuses on environmental conservation and restoration. Over the past year, the program has restored 280 acres of natural habitat, reduced fire fuel on 432 acres of public and private land, and restored and maintained 152 miles of trails. This program provides corpsmembers with hands-on experience in various environmental projects, supporting conservation efforts in the community.
Zero Waste Initiatives
Conservation Corps North Bay's Zero Waste Department offers comprehensive waste management services, including tire, carpet, e-waste, and mattress recycling. The Zero Waste initiatives have successfully diverted 475,793 pounds of e-waste and 8,618 tires from the landfill in the past year. CCNB operates a new facility in Santa Rosa that allows for expanded services, hosting recycling events across Northern California. The organization also collaborates with Electronic Recyclers International (ERI) and the Mattress Recycling Council to enhance its recycling efforts.
Career Pathways Program
The Career Pathways program at CCNB provides personalized support to young adults in setting career and educational goals. It includes job skills development, career search, and placement assistance. The program offers career exploration opportunities through work readiness and life skills workshops, college and career exploration, and off-site field trips. Additionally, the FIRE Foundry program supports community members in pursuing careers in the fire service, ensuring a broad range of career opportunities for participants.
Community Events and Partnerships
CCNB actively engages with the community by hosting and managing materials at over 50 events per year, including the Marin County Fair and Fairfax Festival. The organization provides edible food recovery services in partnership with Zero Waste Sonoma and offers used motor oil recycling education in Marin and Sonoma counties. CCNB also holds tire amnesty collection events and partners with local organizations to amplify its environmental impact.