Lake Earl, Expansion 42

The Wildlife Conservation Board is overseeing the Lake Earl, Expansion 42 project, identified by WCB Project Tracker ID 2025094. This initiative involves the acquisition and acceptance of 18 parcels of land in Del Norte County, California, by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. The primary objective of this land transfer is to expand the existing Lake Earl Wildlife Area to preserve and enhance wildlife habitat and protect open space, aligning with fundamental organizational goals for conservation. The project is managed by John Walsh, Deputy Executive Director of the Wildlife Conservation Board. It has been granted a statutory exemption under Public Resources Code 21080.28, as detailed in the Notice of Exemption. The performance of the project is centered in Crescent City, California, focusing on the transfer of ownership interests for the identified parcels to ensure long-term habitat protection.