Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
Mechoopda Tribe and Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Partner to Conduct Cultural Burn on Chico State Campus
This collaboration makes the Mechoopda the first tribe to utilize new legislation to carry out a burn on a campus within the California State University System.
The Birds Are Calling to You
Pssst. Pssst! The Bushtits and Spotted Towhees are trying to get your attention. Give it to them for a little while. You won't regret it.
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Partners with CalTrout, Mechoopda for Native Fish Passage Restoration Project in Bidwell Park
The University's Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve is partnering with agencies, such as CalTrout and the Mechoopda Indian Tribe, on a native fish passage restoration project in Bidwell Park.
Nationally Recognized Prescribed Fire Training to be Hosted in Butte County
The Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve will be one of several agencies collaborating on future prescribed fire trainings this fall and winter in Butte County.
Alumna Chooses Nature to Nurture Others
Blake Ellis is at the leading edge of harnessing the natural world’s healing powers—even when that environment itself may trigger anxiety.
Land Donation Doubles Size of BCCER, Now CSU’s Largest Ecological Reserve
Chico State's BCCER received an anonymous land donation—doubling its size and making it one of the largest college- or university-operated reserves in the entire state.
Family of Professor Emeritus Gifts $1 Million for Educational Programming at Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
The Dempsey family has donated $1 million to the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve—the largest cash gift in its history—for educational programming.
Prescribed Fire on University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Scheduled for Thursday
Chico State’s Ecological Reserves are partnering with Terra Fuego and Cal Fire to conduct a prescribed burn on Thursday, February 20.
University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Scheduled For Prescribed Fire
Chico State's Ecological Reserves are partnering with Terra Fuego and Cal Fire to conduct a prescribed burn on Tuesday.
Prescribed Fire Scheduled on University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
Chico State's Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve (BCCER) will host a prescribed burn on Tuesday, October 8.
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Extends Opportunity to Community to Adopt an Acre
The Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve provides an opportunity for the community to support innovative programming in their backyard through the Reserve’s Adopt an Acre Campaign.
Warriors Against Wildfire
At the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve, action to temper and prevent devastating wildfires has been taking place for 20 years.
Wildcat Returns to Wild
A rehabilitated bobcat that suffered fifth-degree burns in the Camp Fire was released to its new home at the University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve.
University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Employing Multiple Fire Mitigation Techniques
In the wake of November’s devastating Camp Fire, California State University, Chico’s Ecological Reserves partnered with Cal Fire, Firestorm, and Terra Fuego to conduct a 70-acre prescribed burn at the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve (BCCER) in recent weeks.
Prescribed Fire Scheduled for Thursday on CSU, Chico’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
After one of the most devastating fire seasons in state history, California State University, Chico’s ecological reserves are partnering with Terra Fuego to conduct a prescribed burn on Thursday, Dec. 13, to reduce fuels, mitigate fire risk, and provide a training opportunity for CSU, Chico students and current and future fire professionals.
Federal, State Agencies to Participate in Prescribed Fire Training on University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve
As one of the most devastating fire seasons in state history continues, California State University, Chico’s ecological reserves are partnering with Terra Fuego to host a Prescribed Fire Training Exchanges (TREX) event to support future wildfire fighting efforts.
University’s Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve Receives Two Cal Fire Grants for Fire Mitigation, Education
As a hub for innovative land management practices, California State University, Chico’s Ecological Reserves are committed to leading the way in fire mitigation and education.
Putting Himself on the Map: A Nontraditional Student Finds His Place
Tom Mello couldn’t imagine himself as a college student, but after the Great Recession left him without a job and struggling as a single parent, the need for an education morphed into a passion for the physical geography major.
Worth Sharing: Kimball, Jensen and Cootsona Publish Books
The following is a listing of professional achievements by Chico State faculty and staff.
CSU, Chico to Break Ground on New Physical Science Building in Fall 2018
The first images of the physical sciences replacement building were revealed this week, with a formal ground breaking planned for fall 2018.
Close Encounters of the Insect Kind
A trip to Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve to aid in the North American Butterfly Association's annual butterfly count proves more elusive than imagined.
Putting the Fun in Fungi
A visit to the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve, which is owned by the CSU, Chico Research Foundation, opens a wide window into the world of mushroom hunting and outdoor exploration.
Burning For Something To Do
Tips for staying busy and beating the heat in Chico this summer.
Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve: ‘Where Education Meets the Land’
Seasonal hikes, outdoor education classes, species spotting excursions, these are just a few of the things you can do on the Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve, Chico State’s 3,950 acre outdoor lab.
How a Flyer Changed my Life
By Leana Thompson, Senior, Natural Sciences “Are you passionate about nature, science, or education?” I read on a green flyer on campus. “Yes,” I thought. “Do you seek to inspire the next generation to understand & care for our planet?” “Yes!” “The Institute for Sustainable Development Outdoor Classroom NEEDS INTERNS!” “YES!” I immediately wrote the […]
Take a Hike!
The Big Chico Creek Ecological Reserve (BCCER) fulfills a variety of important functions: it provides numerous opportunities for graduate student research projects from archaeology to zoology; it serves as an outdoor classroom for third and fourth grade students who learn about its flora and fauna within the framework of California State Science Standards and California […]