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Child Attacked, Cougar Euthanized

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 21, 2020 with No Comments

We were saddened to see that a three year old was attacked by a mountain lion in Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park this weekend. This is a solid reminder that we have eye-witness accounts of a cougar in Chino Hills State Park. Please educate yourself on how to respond to wildlife encounters and how to remain safe. It appears the boy will be fine and was released from the hospital already, however, the mountain lion was euthanized. View the NBC Channel … Read More

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by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 17, 2020 with No Comments

Are you on our email list? If not, why not? Things to know:1. We only send out emails once a month–we promise not to inundate your inbox.2. We have on occasion announced a local meeting by geography… that’s why we ask to know where you are.3. We will never release, sell, or rent your name or email to anyone, ever. So, why not subscribe??

Why Staying Off Wet Trails Matters

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 13, 2020 with No Comments

While this is specifically from OC Parks, it has relevant information to all our parklands. Please stay off trails after the rain, until the land manager says it is okay to return. It is safer for everyone and the trails too!

Restoration Begins at CHSP

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 6, 2020 with No Comments

We’ve gotten some questions about land being cleared near South Ridge Trail in Chino Hills State Park. This is the beginnings of a multi-year restoration project funded by two agencies: Caltrans and the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). The first is mitigation from a fire in Coal Canyon (Caltrans) and the second is mitigation for impacts related to freeway projects (OCTA). As a reminder, please stay on the authorized trails to keep the habitat lands intact and certainly avoid these … Read More

Holly Berry

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 30, 2019 with No Comments

Did you know that our region has a special evergreen tree called toyon? Yep, this species has bright red “showy” berries present in the winter months. Often times it is called “Holly Berry.” Rumor has it that “Hollywood” is named after the Holly Berry tree. So, if you are on the trail and see this gem–remember its fun winter display of color.