Section 79571 Of Chapter 10. Coastal Watershed And Wetland Protection From California Water Code >> Division 26.5. >> Chapter 10.
79571
. Ten percent of the money allocated in each of the categories
in Section 79570 shall be used for grants for the acquisition and
development of facilities to promote public access to and
participation in the conservation of land, water, and wildlife
resources. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, the
following:
(a) Training and research facilities for watershed protection and
water conservation activities conducted by nonprofit organizations.
Priority shall be given to projects operated by nonprofit
organizations in collaboration with the University of California and
public water agencies.
(b) Nature centers that are in or adjacent to watersheds and
wetlands identified for protection pursuant to this chapter, that
provide wildlife viewing, outdoor experiences, and conservation
education programs to the public and to students. Priority shall be
given to projects that are operated by or in cooperation with
nonprofit organizations and are designed to serve children from urban
areas that lack access to natural areas and outdoor education
programs.