AP Ranch Saves Scott River Watershed | Fresno News

The Wildlands Conservancy just secured a historic $16.9 million deal for 14,000 acres of Northern California’s AP Ranch — one of the state’s oldest ranches dating back to the Gold Rush. This massive acquisition, funded largely by the Wildlife Conservation Board and private donors, will dramatically expand the Beaver Valley Headwaters Preserve and protect the Scott River’s vital headwaters. Spanning nearly Manhattan-sized territory with seven homes, six barns, and eight miles of riverfront, the land carries deep family history for the Newtons who’ve owned it since 1961. Now, conservationists are partnering with the Karuk Tribe and California Trout to restore the watershed using beaver-inspired infrastructure to slow water, recharge aquifers, and revive salmon habitats. The goal? To ensure the Scott River thrives for generations — while offering free public access and outdoor education to connect communities with nature. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f658a2629b47ba87