Friends of the Arcata Marsh Fund

Friends of the Arcata Marsh Fund (FOAM) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1989 to raise funds for the construction of the Arcata Marsh Interpretive Center. FOAM continues as an all-volunteer organization dedicated to raising awareness of wetlands, wildlife, and wastewater treatment as seen at the Arcata Marsh & Wildlife Sanctuary. Wastewater treatment was the impetus in the marsh formation in the 1970s, but over time the hiking trails, the 300+ species of birds, the funding of scholarships and research, and the public tours every Saturday at 2pm have all become important parts of this community asset. FOAM has also aided the city of Arcata in invasive plant removal and other projects, such as building an outdoor amphitheater and a native plant garden. This fund is dedicated to the long-term health of the natural jewel that is the Arcata Marsh and to people who enjoy interacting with nature. (2016)