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Loss of Dr. E.O. Wilson

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 27, 2021 with No Comments

The world has lost a bright star in the world of conservation, Edward O. Wilson. Known as “Ant Man” or “Charles Darwin’s natural heir,” Dr. Wilson was an entomologist focused on bringing evolutionary biology to the spotlight. His research on ants, understanding of evolution, and study of this (then) new topic of “island biogeography” launched the current science behind conservation and landscape connectivity worldwide. He calculated that the bigger the island, the more species (biodiversity) it had, and the smaller … Read More

Why Trails Close Due to Rain

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 23, 2021 with No Comments

As a reminder most park agencies, including Chino Hills State Park and the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority, close the trail systems during and after rains to preserve the integrity of the trails. The Puente-Chino Hills are known for clay soils, which are sticky and take longer to dry out. Trail users try to avoid the puddles, which expands the trail unnaturally and impacts the land. The standard rule is for every quarter inch of rain the trails are closed … Read More

LA County Safety Policy

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 16, 2021 with No Comments

We are thrilled to report that the County of Los Angeles Regional Planning Commission unanimously endorsed enacting a strong policy related to housing in wildfire zones. This policy prohibits new subdivisions in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones unless entirely surrounded by existing built development, connects to infrastructure, and has roadways that can handle mass evacuations. This ground-breaking policy could set a model for addressing fire risk throughout the state. Hills For Everyone testified at the hearing yesterday supporting the … Read More

Great Opportunities Exist

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 15, 2021 with No Comments

Great opportunities exist for preserving land and wildlife–and great threats exist for destroying it. Please consider an end of year gift. It’s tax deductible. View our End of the Year E-Appeal.

CA Oaks Features HFE

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 7, 2021 with No Comments

We are grateful to see our work covered in the California Oaks Newsletter (2/3 of the way down). Partnerships across the spectrum of topics helps us be more effective, reach broader audiences, and gain more traction. The CA Oaks Foundation has been a long term partner for our work. View the California Oaks Newsletter.