Lunch-MAR webinars take place the first Wednesday of each month. In these webinars, network members and invited guests present on and discuss a wide range of topics relevant to Flood-MAR, ranging from water rights to geophysics.
The SJV Water Resilience Summit, held May 20-21, 2026 at Fresno State, was a collaborative working forum focused on translating water policy reports into practical, actionable results for the region. Laura will present the many great outcomes generated from this event.
California’s Groundwater Sustainability Agencies are pioneering diverse approaches to GDM, from pumping allocations and recharge credits to tiered fee structures and market-based incentives. This Lunch-MAR session examines real-world case studies across the state, comparing measurement methods, funding mechanisms, and the key elements that define successful GDM communities, while exploring both lessons learned and strategic wins in basin-scale implementation.
David Guy speaks about the efforts underway to scale up groundwater recharge in the Sacramento Valley to improve water supply reliability during dry years by improving water management during wet periods, while protecting downstream water rights, the environment, and tribal interests.
The Flood-MAR Network host quarterly workshops. These workshops provide opportunities for members to engage in conversations and collaborate on Flood-MAR projects.
2026 - 2027 Recharge Readiness Series: Site Selection & Recharge Potential
Where you recharge matters! Did you know that you can target water application to areas that maximize recharge or provide a range of location-specific social, environmental, and economic benefits? Join us to hear about tools that can support recharge planning.
Flood-MAR Network Workshop: 2024 Recap and 2025 Visioning
Friday March 28, 2025, 10 AM – 12 PM
This virtual workshop aimed to reflect on the progress made in 2024, re-energize our collective efforts, and collaboratively shape priorities for 2025. Key objectives were:
• Showcase recent impactful work from Network Members
• Advance collaborative initiatives for Flood-MAR implementation in CA
• Encourage active participation in the Network’s activities
• Engage members in the planning of the 2025
State Water Resources Control Board, CA Department of Water Resources, and CA Department of Fish and Wildlife co-hosted a workshop on the 180-day temporary water rights permit application process and the technical and regulatory assistance available for local public agencies working on recharge projects using high flows.
The Flood-MAR Public Forum is a multi-day event held every other year to share latest research and information on Flood-MAR and to foster networking and collaboration opportunities.
Flood-MAR 2025 Forum Event: Grounded in Success, Growing Towards the Future
Day 1 | Forum Grounding
Speaker Meagan Wylie, CSUS
November 5, 2025
Flood-MAR 2025 Forum Event: Grounded in Success, Growing Towards the Future
Day 1 | The Flood-MAR Network Story: Roots, Growth, and New Horizons
Get grounded in the history and evolution of the Flood-MAR Network. This session will connect the dots between foundational efforts, emerging partnerships, and the momentum building toward California’s water resilience.
Speaker Mike Antos, Stantec
November 5, 2025
Flood-MAR 2025 Forum Event | Grounded in Success, Growing Towards the Future
Day 1 | Trailblazers: Reflections from Flood-MAR Influencers
Hear reflections from leaders whose vision helped shape the Flood-MAR
movement. Learn from their experiences, celebrate their achievements,
and gather insights to guide the next generation.
Panelists:
• Kamyar Guivetchi, DWR
• Ellen Hanak, PPIC
• Daniel Mountjoy, SusCon
• Graham Fogg, UC Davis
Moderator: Richael Young, Sustainable Conservation
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