The California executive director of the Nature Conservancy has been named to the State Park and Recreation Commission.
The appointment of Charlton “Chuck” Bonham, of Berkeley, by Gov. Gavin Newsom was announced Friday.
Bonham was the director of the California Department of Fish and Wildlife from 2011 to 2025, according to the Governor’s Office. He held multiple positions at Trout Unlimited from 2000 to 2011, including California director and senior attorney.
Bonham was a member of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta Conservancy Board from 2010 to 2011.
The position requires Senate confirmation. Compensation is $100 per diem.