Black mustard is not native to California. It was brought to the U.S. from the Mediterranean and it produces allelopathic chemicals that prevent germination of native plants. Unfortunately, it is also highly flammable and makes our ecosystems more vulnerable to wildfires.
View the Spring 2023 Newsletter with these articles: Spring 2023 Newsletter (811KB PDF)
Check out the Hills For Everyone April e-newsletter which covers rattlesnake avoidance, the Brea Canyon Road project withdrawal, our progress on the next acquisition, and tips for trail wear. View our E-Newsletter.
Okay, okay. Happy #AprilFoolsDay. We hope you got a good laugh on this one. *Until next year, friends*
Be aware and give plenty of space to all snakes not just rattlesnakes.