Saturday night we were at Chino Hills State Park camping and witnessed three barn owls hunting at dusk. It was amazing. Nature is wonderful. We are grateful to have been part of the preservation of this land for current and future generations.
Did you know that Hills For Everyone does not own or manage land? Nope. We advocate for the protection of land, work with willing sellers and donors to get land protected, inform political leaders and gather their support, and use state and federal dollars for the conservation acquisitions–but we do not own or manage the land. Back the 1970s we designed Chino Hills State Park along ridgeline boundaries to protect the viewshed for visitors and the watershed for wildlife. Here … Read More
Did you know bobcats are the most numerous wild cats in the Americas and that they are found in the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor? These felines are much smaller than cougars and have smaller territories. Unlike cougars whose tails are nearly as long as their body, bobcats have a short, stubby tail (see photo!). Bobcats are generally solitary animals who avoid human contact.
We are thrilled to have our work on Chino Hills State Park showcased in conjunction with partners across the region like The Trust for Public Land and Rise Up Willowick. Residents and non-profits advocating for land protection is not a new thing, but it sure has gained momentum with the pandemic and realization of the need for more local outdoor options. View the Voice of OC article.
State Parks are not created for dogs. State Parks are created to protect the native plants and animals. For example, when dogs urinate, their scent can disrupt the normal foraging of mule deer whose nourishment needs are highly specific. You may see your dog as a pet, but a deer smells a canine predator. Chino Hills State Park also offers an array of dangers to your pet: ticks, inhaled foxtails, and rattlesnake bites are just a few. It is certainly … Read More