January 25, 2016

George P. McNear

January 25, 2016/ Stephanie Bastianon

"The following is a student created blog regarding the history of the Petaluma Watershed. This blog is part of a series from students at Casa Grande participating in the Watershed Classroom with educators Paula Biancalana and Jolene Thinnes."

George P. McNear son of John McNear played an important role in Petaluma history as one of the richest men in Petaluma. He was not just any rich man, however, he was the man who donated money to build a school, fire department, and park. He was important in the development of Petaluma and the Petaluma River. He was a civic leader, entrepreneur, and a businessman.

By Dalya Amado

Watershed Classroom

Watershed Classroom supports the implementation of exceptionally engaging curriculum about the Petaluma River and Watershed to educate youth in Petaluma about their place in our environment, how their decisions and actions affect their environment and inspire youth to conserve and celebrate the Petaluma Watershed.