Lunch-MAR Videos

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.

San Joaquin Valley Water Resilience Outcomes (Lunch-MAR | Sept 2026)

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.

Groundwater Demand Management in California (Lunch-MAR | August 2026)

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.

Scaling up Recharge in the Sacramento Valley (Lunch-MAR | July 2026)

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.


Network Event Videos

The Flood-MAR Network host quarterly workshops. These workshops provide opportunities for members to engage in conversations and collaborate on Flood-MAR projects.

Recharge Readiness: Site Selection & Recharge Potential (Aug 2026)

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 Virtual Workshop | March 28, 2025

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

180 Day Technical and Regulatory Assistance Program Workshop (Network Event | May 2023)

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.


Biannual Forum Videos

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.

Forum 2025 | Day 1 Forum Grounding

Flood-MAR 2025 Forum Event: Grounded in Success, Growing Towards the Future

Day 1 | Forum Grounding
Speaker Meagan Wylie, CSUS
November 5, 2025

Forum 2025 | Day 1 The Flood-MAR Network Story

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

Forum 2025 | Day 1 Trailblazers: Reflections from Flood-MAR Influencers

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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