Camp Fire Restoration Project – Wildfire Recovery & Community Healing Hub in Sierra Nevada
- Climate Zones
- Temperate coniferous.
- Regenerative Focus
- Ecosystem restoration, wildfire recovery, community healing.
About this land node
The Camp Fire Restoration Project restores forest ecosystems and community well-being after the devastating 2018 Camp Fire through reforestation, fire-resilient planting, and healing programs in California’s Sierra Nevada.
Overview
- Project Vision
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Heal landscapes and communities after wildfire.
- Project Purpose
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Restore ecosystems, enhance fire resilience, and support community healing through reforestation, climate-adaptive planting, and inclusive education.
- Project Title
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Camp Fire Restoration Project
- Political Location
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Butte County, California, USA
Ecology & biodiversity
- Biodiversity context
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Adjacent to Lassen National Park, linking Sierra Nevada biodiversity.
- Ecological corridors
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Links Lassen to Plumas National Forest.
- Natural boundaries
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Within Feather River watershed near Lassen National Park.
- Ecosystem unity
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Temperate coniferous forests linking river valleys and montane slopes, providing habitat for deer, bears, and birds, and moderating climate.
Climate & water
- Climate Zones
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Temperate coniferous.
- Rainfall patterns
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Rainy Nov–Apr (~100 mm/month); dry May–Oct.
- Average Rainfall
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600–900 mm/year
- Temperature Extremes
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0°C to 30°C
- Average Temperature
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15°C average
- Watershed
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Feather River watershed draining to Sacramento River.
- Nearby water bodies
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≈10 km to Feather River; ≈50 km to Sacramento River
Land & terrain
- Elevation & slope
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500–1,500 m; steep slopes.
- Landforms
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Rugged mountains and river valleys.
- Soil Types
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Loamy fertile soils damaged by fire; revitalized through mulch and erosion control.
- Soil health
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Moderate organic matter, improving with compost.
- Erosion risk
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High wildfire risk; mitigated by fire-resistant planting and controlled burns.
- Renewable resource potential
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Solar energy, biomass, water harvesting.
People & history
- Land Acknowledgements
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Honours Maidu people and cultural traditions.
- Recent land history
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Wildfire devastation now reversed with replanting and community involvement.
Regenerative practice
- Regenerative Focus
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Ecosystem restoration, wildfire recovery, community healing.
- Regenerative Methodologies
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Native tree planting, erosion control, fire-resistant landscaping.
- Environmental objectives
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Increase forest cover, improve soil health, reduce fire risk.
- Community objectives
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Support community healing, provide education, foster resilience.
- Community engagement
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Workshops, eco‑tours, community training.
- Economic Model
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Donations, eco‑tourism, government grants.
Impact
- Expressed Impact
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Restored 100 ha, increased biodiversity by 10%, trained 150+ locals.
- Key impact metrics
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Hectares reforested, biodiversity increase, community members trained.
Visiting & links
- Nearest urban centres
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≈20 km from Chico.
- Website
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https://www.ecosystemrestorationcommunities.org/community/camp-fire-restoration-project-usa/
- Social media
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https://www.instagram.com/ecorestorationcommunities
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