California Conservation Corps https://ccc.ca.gov Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:24:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://ccc.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/cropped-17CCC_Logo_FINAL_RGB_OL-32x32.png California Conservation Corps https://ccc.ca.gov 32 32 Half a Century of Impact, CCC Turns 50 https://ccc.ca.gov/071326-half-a-century-of-impact-ccc-turns-50/ Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:49:13 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28617 A Golden Anniversary Director JP Patton welcomes attendees to CCC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration. Five decades ago, as Governor Jerry Brown’s signature dried on Senate Bill 1575, the California Conservation Corps (CCC) began its mission by stewarding the environment and empowering…

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]]> Keeping the East Bay Safe with One of CCC’s Oldest Project Partners https://ccc.ca.gov/063026-keeping-the-east-bay-safe-with-one-of-cccs-oldest-project-partners/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:03:35 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28758 Making a Difference Working with East Bay Regional Park District, Corpsmembers have spent decades making a difference in East Bay communities with trail and fuel reduction projects. When looking through the history books, one of the California Conservation Corps’ oldest project…

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]]> Building Upon CCC Legacy at Iconic McWay Falls Overlook https://ccc.ca.gov/062626-building-upon-ccc-legacy-at-iconic-mcway-falls-overlook/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:38:38 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28749 “It’s been a once in a lifetime experience. I’ve never done anything like this … we’re very lucky to be given this project to work on.” Cosette Cable CCC Inland Empire Center Not for the faint of heart, and not merely just hanging out.

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]]> In Small Towns, Big Impact Provided by CCC Corpsmembers https://ccc.ca.gov/062426-in-small-towns-big-impact-provided-by-ccc-corpsmembers/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 21:42:51 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28729 “It feels good giving back to multiple communities out here.” Noah Bonilla CCC Fresno Center The California Conservation Corps‘ impact is felt not only in the rural areas of State Parks and National Forests, or the urban centers of…

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]]> ‘Small Differences’ Lead to Safer, More Fire Resilient Arroyo Seco https://ccc.ca.gov/061926-small-differences-lead-to-safer-more-fire-resilient-arroyo-seco/ Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:24:52 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28711 “I feel like we’re doing a lot of service, not only for the community but the planet…” Kristina Bland CCC Los Angeles Center Every tree limbed. Every invasive removed. These small differences add up to a much larger vision: a more fire…

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]]> Maintaining Public Safety, Legacy of Community Impact in Carlsbad https://ccc.ca.gov/061726-maintaining-public-safety-legacy-of-community-impact-in-carlsbad/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 20:10:15 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28686 ” You’re helping your community, it’s really nice to get to know the people… “ Dylan Rawley CCC San Diego Center It’s safe to say a few months to a full year in the California Conservation Corps will take your outdoor skills to the…

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]]> Hats Off to CCC’s 2026 High School Graduates https://ccc.ca.gov/060826-hats-off-to-cccs-2026-high-school-graduates/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:02:54 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28476 A Step Forward CCC Corpsmembers walk into the graduation ceremony, excited to move forward on their path to success. This June, nearly 100 Corpsmembers gathered in Sacramento with family and friends to celebrate an important milestone: earning their high school diploma.

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]]> Cooking Up Dinner, Career Lessons at Los Padres Center https://ccc.ca.gov/052926-cooking-up-dinner-career-lessons-at-los-padres-center/ Fri, 29 May 2026 22:42:28 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28556 “It definitely helps my confidence knowing that people appreciate the food.” Jacob Lara CCC Los Padres Center Cooking for more than 50 Corpsmembers is no easy task. Every morning and evening, the CCC Los Padres Culinary crew makes it…

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]]> Months of Training Prepare Magalia Crews for Peak Wildfire Season https://ccc.ca.gov/051526-months-of-training-prepare-magalia-crews-for-peak-wildfire-season/ Fri, 15 May 2026 22:06:55 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28546 “With all our training, I came in here and I felt ready.” Christian Hernandez CCC Magalia Fire Center It’s not fire season, but fire year across California these days. Being ready for the peak wildfire season though…

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]]> Training the Mind, Ahead of Fire Season https://ccc.ca.gov/051226-training-the-mind-ahead-of-fire-season/ Tue, 12 May 2026 17:21:08 +0000 https://ccc.ca.gov/?p=28248 “The only thing you can do is get better. So that’s what we try to do.” Alicia Paredes CCC Pomona Center California Conservation Corps fire crews are preparing for another demanding wildfire season. As temperatures heat up…

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