The District's mission is to protect residents from mosquitoes and other vectors that transmit disease. Public education is an important part in the success of combating diseases such as West Nile virus and Lyme disease. The District's education program consists of public appearances at local city and county fairs, participation in the state Mosquito and Vector Awareness week, and presentations to schools and local civic groups. If you would like to schedule a presentation by District personnel, please contact our office at (530) 533-6038 or (530) 342-7350. Click here to email our education department.
Local Fairs
Each year, the District participates in local fairs such as the Butte County Fair and the Silver Dollar Fair. District staff members are present at an information booth at these events and are available to answer questions from local residents. Educational materials include:
• Displays on vector
borne diseases, how to protect yourself, and District services• Informational
pamphlets and other handouts• Pinned insect
collection• Quiz Machine
and other hands-on activities
Presentations/ Talks
Upon request, District personnel are available to give presentations
at schools, community groups, or other organizations. Past presentations
have included:
• West Nile
virus and You
• Personal Protection
to prevent West Nile virus
• Mosquito-borne
diseases
• Lyme disease
• Yellow Jackets
and Africanized Honey Bees
Community Outreach
The District can provide brochures and/or participate in community events.
We are always interested in being involved in our local community. If
you would like us to be involved in your event, please contact our office
at (530) 533-6038 or (530) 342-7350. Many of the public education tools
and brochures are available below.
