Accurate maps are critically important to making informed decisions about land use planning. Those “blank spots” or “white space” on a map… may actually be parkland. Thanks to the The Nature Conservancy for this article on the importance of getting “nature on the map.” Read The Nature Conservancy’s article.
If you had more time to spend on protecting the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor … like learn more skills, speak at city council meetings, practice identifying tracks, take photos … What would you do?
Coyotes are versatile and able to adapt to environments modified by humans. One coyote was spotted eating fruit in a backyard tree in Yorba Linda next to Chino Hills State Park, but most of their food is meat. They are clearly opportunistic. As human activity has altered the landscape, the coyote’s range has expanded.
We know that balloons are fun. We know that your kids love to release them (or sometimes accidentally release them) and you like to make your kids and grandkids happy, but releasing balloons is bad for the planet. When you release foil balloons they can fly into power lines and not only knock out electricity, but also start fires. Animals can be attracted to balloons. When they land in the park, animals may try to eat them or get caught … Read More
This e-newsletter covers three key topics: (1) Hills For Everyone has expanded its wildfire study for Chino Hills State Park. (2) Engaging in the public process affects change, we encourage you to do it. (3) There are many ways to support our work–consider a gift. View the e-newsletter or subscribe.