15.944 natural resource stewardshipthe natural resource stewardship program is the principle means through which the nationalpark service (NPS) evaluates and improves the health of watersheds,…

15.944 natural resource stewardshipthe natural resource stewardship program is the principle means through which the nationalpark service (NPS) evaluates and improves the health of watersheds, landscapes, and marine and coastalresources, sustains biological communities on the lands and waters in parks, and actively endeavors toimprove the resiliency of these natural resources and adapt them to the effects of climate change. To carryout and further this stewardship responsibility, NPS implements programs that encompass a broad rangeof research, operational, and educational activities by utilizing park personnel and contractor support or cooperative agreements. Objectives of the SAN vicente creek bacteria water quality monitoring program are to meet the monitoring requirements of the wqip and to assist ggnra and SMC in reducing FIB and achieving water quality objectives by june 2026 as required by the wqip. The program aims to better characterize contributions of FIB from different areas sources in the SAN vicente creek watershed and recommend bmps to reduce FIB discharges. Beneficiaries include the general public.