Crocker Meadows Wildlife Area, Exp. 4 (Williams)

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is seeking to acquire approximately 23 acres of land to expand the Crocker Meadows Wildlife Area. This project, identified by WCB Project Tracker ID 2024121, aims to provide long-range protection and enhancement for sagebrush habitats, savannah, and black oak woodlands. These areas are essential for supporting mountain lions, black-tailed deer, and other wildlife, while specifically serving as critical fawning and winter range for the Doyle interstate deer herd and protecting vital migratory corridors. Managed by the Wildlife Conservation Board, the project is located in Portola, California. The forecast was posted on September 3, 2026, with John Walsh, the Deputy Executive Director, serving as the primary point of contact. This acquisition is focused on the ecological preservation of the region to ensure the continued survival and movement of local wildlife populations.