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September E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 15, 2024 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone’s September E-Newsletter features three celebrations! First, the Habitat Authority 30 year anniversary, the Land and Water Conservation Fund’s 60 year anniversary, and the close of Biodiversity Week with Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot. Check it out! View … Read More

Sept. 15 – What’s Your Favorite?

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 15, 2024 with No Comments

As we bring #BiodiveristyWeek to a close, we hope you’ve learned a little something about why California, and the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor in particular, is so unique. Help spread awareness of the array of plants, animals, funga, etc. that … Read More

Sep. 14 – Celebrating 30×30

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 14, 2024 with No Comments

To celebrate California Biodiversity Week, yesterday, Hills For Everyone joined organizations, agencies, and tribes from around the Southland to discuss how we will achieve the state’s goal to protect 30% of California’s lands and waters by 2030 (30×30). Hills For … Read More

Secretary Crowfoot on 30×30

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 13, 2024 with No Comments

What a treat it was to discuss 30×30 progress with CA Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot on the Randall Preserve today. The Secretary asked us to keep him apprised of our work with State Parks—especially on Chino Hills State Park. … Read More

Sept. 14 – Cougars

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 13, 2024 with No Comments

The Southern California Cougar is genetically distinct from other populations in California because its habitat has been fragmented enough with road and development, the isolation allowed for the evolutionary distinction. The California Fish and Game Commission has listed it as … Read More

Sept. 12 – Tecate Cypress

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 12, 2024 with No Comments

The Tecate Cypress is a native cypress tree only found in two places: Mexico and Southern California. It is considered a relic tree because it was found here during cooler, wetter times and only about 20 stands remain worldwide. The … Read More

30×30 Annual Report Released

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 11, 2024 with No Comments

Many thanks to the California Natural Resources Agency team for its publication of the 30×30 Annual Progress Report. Great quote by Juan Altamirano of The Trust for Public Land who links climate, conservation, and Proposition 4: View the KQED article.

Sept. 11 – Bald Eagle

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 11, 2024 with No Comments

Since 1782, the bald eagle has represented a symbol of pride, strength, and freedom. It also represents a healthy ecosystem. Bald eagles are found throughout Southern California including in the San Bernardino National Forest, on Catalina Island, and in Orange … Read More

Sept. 10 – Coast Horned Lizards

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 10, 2024 with No Comments

Celebrate the diversity of species found in the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor with another unique species: Coast Horned Lizard. This reptile enjoys friable sandy soils in Coastal Sage Scrub and Chaparral habitats. The horns and spikes on the lizard’s exterior … Read More

Sept. 9 – CA Gnatcatchers

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 9, 2024 with No Comments

California Gnatcatchers are small songbirds whose range extends from Baja Mexico to Ventura County. These birds only use specific habitats, like Coastal Sage Scrub, which is often prime land for development. Because of this loss of habitat and the potential … Read More

Sept. 8 – The Web of Life

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 8, 2024 with No Comments

This Biodiversity Week we celebrate the web of life, which is made up of all the living and non-living things in an ecosystem. The web of life shows how interconnected nature is. For example, worms may help decompose organic matter … Read More

Sept. 7 – Biodiversity Day

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 7, 2024 with No Comments

🦋🦌🌸🦎Happy Biodiversity Day!! 🐢🌳🦆 🍄 What is biodiversity? It’s the all of species that exist on this planet. This ranges from single celled organisms all the way up to the top of the food chain with apex predators. Hotspots of … Read More

HFE Endorses Measure PH

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 5, 2024 with No Comments

✅ Protect the Hills: Vote YES on Measure PH ✅ Hills For Everyone has endorsed Measure PH to establish a Community Facilities District to help fund land protection, education, and ranger services. View our e-newsletter and share it with other … Read More

Living with Wildlife 3 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 3, 2024 with No Comments

Ever wonder what to do when you encounter a snake? If you are in your backyard, pull out your hose and spray the snake down. It wants to be warm not cold. If on the trail, watch it and wait … Read More

Biodiversity Week

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 2, 2024 with No Comments

Mark Your Calendars! September 7 is Biodiversity Day, but because California has so many unique species—we are celebrating for a whole week! We encourage you to register for one of the nearly 180 activities happening throughout the State of California. … Read More

New Parking System Launched

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 29, 2024 with No Comments

Check it out! Remember to bring your phone to CA State Parks!

Living with Wildlife 2 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 27, 2024 with No Comments

Wildlife are attracted to food sources, so take care with those items you keep outside. Add trays underneath your bird feeder to limit squirrels, opossums, and rats. Take in your pet food and water at night to limit skunks, racoons, … Read More

Living with Wildlife 1 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 20, 2024 with No Comments

Have you ever wondered why you might see wildlife in your neighborhood? Keep in mind, they were here first. Our homes and roads invaded their homes and they have limited places to live. There are a variety of reasons you … Read More

August E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 15, 2024 with No Comments

Read the August edition of the HFE E-newsletter which includes an update on a cool Cal Fire mapping tool; the importance of dark skies; Yorba Linda’s Measure JJ, and pollinator friendly habitats. Read the e-newsletter.

Stargazing 5 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 13, 2024 with No Comments

Check out astronomy focused websites in order to know when there might be cool or unique astronomical events. For example, a lunar eclipse when the Earth’s shadow eclipses the moon. You can also look for meteor showers or a comet … Read More

Stargazing 4 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 6, 2024 with No Comments

Begin to learn the general location of planets and stars, especially those within constellations. You can find visual landmarks in the sky. You will be able to easily identify other stars and constellations with the basics handled.

County of Orange Climate Action Plan

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 5, 2024 with No Comments

The County of Orange released its Draft Preliminary Climate Action Plan (CAP) for a 21-day public review and comment period. Comments received on the Preliminary CAP will be used to evaluate measures in the Final CAP developed in conjunction with … Read More

Local Hazard Plan Survey

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 1, 2024 with No Comments

REMINDER: The City of Chino Hills – Municipal Government is updating its 2020 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. This Plan identifies Chino Hills specific hazards, and provides strategies and implementation measures to adapt to and overcome those hazards. Your input is needed by … Read More

Proposition 4

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 31, 2024 with No Comments

The state budget cuts tore funds from conservation projects and funding agencies. This November Proposition 4 is on the ballot. If you support conservation acquisitions and restoration projects, among other things, you’ll want to support this bond. Read about it … Read More

Stargazing 3 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 30, 2024 with No Comments

Make sure you understand when and where the moon will rise and set as well as where it is within its cycle. Full moons make it much more challenging to see stars, planets, and constellations. It is best to go … Read More

Happy Anniversary

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 24, 2024 with No Comments

Congrats on this milestone Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority! We appreciate your partnership over the years and look forward to many more!

Stargazing 2 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 23, 2024 with No Comments

Once the sun has set, you want to be sure that you keep your night vision eyes adjusted to the darkness. Avoid lighting and car headlights if at all possible. Consider getting a red light filter for any light source … Read More

Stargazing 1 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 16, 2024 with No Comments

Consider heading to a place that has very little light pollution. If you live in Southern California this likely means you’re going to need to head to the desert. A few options could include Joshua Tree National Park or Anza … Read More

July E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 15, 2024 with No Comments

Here’s the June edition of the HFE E-newsletter which includes an update on closures at Chino Hills State Park; a sighting of a ringtail cat there; how conservation fared in the state budget and more; and island biogeography in the … Read More

Survey Available — Chino Hills

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 10, 2024 with No Comments

The City of Chino Hills – Municipal Government is updating its 2020 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. This Plan identifies Chino Hills specific hazards, and provides strategies and implementation measures to adapt to and overcome those hazards. Your input is needed … Read More

Birdwatching Tips 5 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 9, 2024 with No Comments

As they say, the early bird catches the worm. There is a definite difference between trying to birdwatch at sunrise versus trying to birdwatch in the afternoon. The quantity, quality, and frequency is staggeringly lower later. Birds prefer early morning … Read More

Thank You to Our Local Legislators

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 6, 2024 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone is deeply grateful to the six legislators involved in supporting SB 867 from the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. If passed by voters in November, this parks and water bond will help protect land throughout California and here … Read More

The Clock is Ticking

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 3, 2024 with No Comments

Polls show Californians support investments in clean drinking water , wildfire prevention , clean air  and protecting our lands . It’s time for the California Legislature to vote “aye” & put Senate Bill 867 on the ballot for voters to decide.

Climate Bond Now Campaign

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 2, 2024 with No Comments

California is facing unprecedented challenges due to climate change. The current heat wave with temps above 120º in the Central Valley is proof. The list of challenges goes on: wildfires, sea level rise, slope failures, and floods. SB 867 (Allen) … Read More

Birdwatching Tips 4 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 2, 2024 with No Comments

Get a bird guide for the type of habitat that you will be in. For example, birds of Southern California or wetland birds. There are field guides that fold up and are laminated, while there are other books that are … Read More

Conservation Funding

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 1, 2024 with No Comments

It is time to invest in our future and our planet. Hills For Everyone supports the $10B investment proposed in Senate Bill 867 (Allen).

Thank You For Your Calls

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 27, 2024 with No Comments

THANK YOU!! Your calls and emails worked and your voice was heard. The State Legislature and Governor presented a budget that included saving $45M for the 2024-2025 fiscal year and $20M a year after that until 2030 for the Habitat … Read More

Birdwatching Tips 3 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 25, 2024 with No Comments

Get yourself a good pair of binoculars and maybe even a harness so that you can be hands-free. You want make sure it has some of the following features: good magnification (likely 8 or 10), good field of view (likely … Read More

Authority’s Goat Grazing

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 24, 2024 with No Comments

In case you are wondering why goats are on the Habitat Authority Preserve… it’s because fire management is needed!

Budget Deficit Impacts Local Projects

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 22, 2024 with No Comments

Check out the article on our efforts to protect lands adjacent to Chino Hills State Park and how the budget deficit and proposed funding cuts to conservation allocations could risk 45 years of work! Read the OC Register article.

Orange County Climate Action Plan

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 19, 2024 with No Comments

Orange County will host a public meeting in Brea on its upcoming Climate Action Plan. Join us Monday night, June 24th at 5:30 pm to provide early feedback on how to reduce climate impacts locally and tap into more funding! … Read More

Night Migration

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 19, 2024 with No Comments

Ensuring wildlife and insects can migrate at night is critical. Eliminate unnecessary outdoor lighting to help protect pollinators and birds!

Birdwatching Tips 2 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 18, 2024 with No Comments

Get an account like eBird in order to improve your birdwatching skills. It provides a helpful list of potential options based on your location. It also tracks, sensitive, threatened, endangered, and rare species in the checklist. Accounts are free.

June E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 14, 2024 with No Comments

Here’s the June edition of the HFE E-newsletter which includes a safety reminder regarding fireworks. The three articles cover the recent Aera Energy zone change, cougars in Coal Canyon, and keystone species. Enjoy! Read the E-Newsletter.

Birdwatching Tip 1 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 11, 2024 with No Comments

We are launching our Tuesday Tips to regularly post tips on topics you care about. We welcome suggestions. The Current Theme is: Birdwatching An easy way to learn about birds is to join a local Audubon Society, take a bird … Read More

Protect the Habitat Conservation Fund

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 10, 2024 with No Comments

🚨Call your Legislators and the Governor now! 🚨Conservation dollars are at immediate risk. Acquisition projects will be lost locally and statewide without these funds intact. Read the Alert!

Action Alert!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 8, 2024 with No Comments

We need to Protect the Habitat Conservation Fund (HCF): It’s true that California’s state budget deficit is significant. However, it is short-sighted and would be an enormous mistake for the Governor and legislature to violate Prop 117 and to strip … Read More

30×30 At Risk!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 5, 2024 with No Comments

We’re making strides towards protecting 30% of our lands by 2030. A quarter of our lands are already conserved, and we’re working with conservation groups to reach the finish line. But budget cuts threaten this progress. We need a stable … Read More

Camping Tips 5 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 3, 2024 with No Comments

Camping Tips 5 of 5: When not at your campsite, put your food and trash in your car or locked cooler. Move your food and trash into your vehicle overnight. Don’t feed the animals—they are attracted to your easy to … Read More

Brea is Updating Its General Plan

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 2, 2024 with No Comments

Brea is updating its General Plan — Your Voice is Needed Wednesday, June 5th at 5:30 until 7:30 at City Hall (1 Civic Center Circle, Brea) you can provide your input on the future of the city. What policies do … Read More

Bald Eagles Over the Hills

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 1, 2024 with No Comments

The Champion Newspapers published our Opinion Editorial on the nesting bald eagles found in Prado Basin. The eagles are likely foraging and flying over Chino Hills State Park. It is so cool to know these magnificent birds are here locally. … Read More

Camping Tips 4 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 27, 2024 with No Comments

Camping Tips 4 of 5: Know if you are allowed to have a campfire and if so what type of fire is allowed (wood, charcoal, gas). Before you camp obtain a California campfire permit. Know that collecting vegetation, leaves and … Read More

Non-Birders Guide to Birds

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 26, 2024 with No Comments

A great meme! Happy Sunday folks. Have a safe holiday weekend!

Camping Tips 3 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 20, 2024 with No Comments

Camping Tips 3 of 5: Your campground is your temporary home. Avoid walking through someone else’s campsite and detrimental impacts to streams, trees, trails, and more. Keep your tent inside your campsite area to protect wildlife and plants, like this … Read More

Achieving 30×30

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 20, 2024 with No Comments

Achieving California’s 30×30 commitment, carbon neutrality goal and these new natural and working lands climate targets from Governor Newsom and the California Natural Resources Agency will not be possible without a Climate Bond Now in November and other important investments.” … Read More

Camping Tips 2 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 13, 2024 with No Comments

Camping Tips 2 of 5: Often times people camp to disconnect from the fast paced and loud urban settings. One way to help maintain the peace is by obeying quiet hours and enjoying music quietly. If you can hear the … Read More

May 2024 E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 12, 2024 with No Comments

Rediscovering Nature: Earth Day, Getting Outside, and Wildflowers Learn about our recent radio interview, the Earth Day work party, a book to add to your reading list, and some wildflowers we didn’t really see this year. View our E-Newsletter. 

Protect Biodiversity

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 8, 2024 with No Comments

Camping Tips 1 of 5

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 6, 2024 with No Comments

Camping Tips 1 of 5: When camping, it’s your responsibility to understand and obey the park rules. In some parks you’re required to sign an acknowledgment of the most important rules. Following the campground rules keeps everyone—and the park—safe.

Expanded National Monument

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 2, 2024 with No Comments

Thank you Senator Alex Padilla, Senator Laphonza Butler, and Representative Judy Chu for championing the expansion of the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument! President Biden heard your call to action and delivered!!

Wildlife Survey Available

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 29, 2024 with No Comments

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) wants to hear your opinion on the Wildlife Areas and Ecological Reserves CDFW manages on behalf of the public. To help shape future policies on equitable access and enjoyment of these outdoor … Read More

YL Housing Element Meetings

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 26, 2024 with No Comments

The City of Yorba Linda is hosting a variety of community meetings to explain next steps on the Housing Element Update and an upcoming vote in November. We encourage you to get involved! Read the E-Newsletter.

Earth Day Call to Action

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 22, 2024 with No Comments

“The Earth is what we all have in common.”—Wendell Berry Support the Climate Bond this Earth Day. RT to share this message. 

Leadership Need on Climate Bond

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 22, 2024 with No Comments

The Earth can’t wait another year! Support the Climate Bond now! Thank you Senator Ben Allen and Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia for understanding that safe drinking water, wildlife, wildfire resilience, and clean air must be in a 2024 Climate Bond! We hope Speaker Robert Rivas, Mike McGuire, and Gavin Newsom follow their … Read More

Climate Bond Action Needed

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 22, 2024 with No Comments

If you support the preservation of lands in the Puente Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor, then we encourage you to join with Hills For Everyone to urge the CA Legislature and Gavin Newsom in passing the November 2024 Climate Bond. Without … Read More

Happy Earth Day!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 22, 2024 with No Comments

Happy Earth Day! As we aim to protect more lands and coastal waters through 30×30, we need to invest in our future through the 2024 Climate Bond. Without it we will lose momentum and our progress towards statewide Climate Resilience. … Read More

Earth Day at Chino Hills State Park

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 20, 2024 with No Comments

We are out at Chino Hills State Park attending the Earth Day event. What a treat it is to see people interested in caring for their local parks! Share how you care for the environment…

April 2024 E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 15, 2024 with No Comments

The Hills For Everyone e-newsletter features upcoming Earth Day events, a tribute to Councilmember John Beauman, a description of why the poppies didn’t bloom, and context on the local National Monument campaigns. View our E-Newsletter.

Bird Migration Alert

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 11, 2024 with No Comments

Follow these tips to help the birds migrate at night!

Climate Impacts to State Park

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 10, 2024 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone Executive Director Claire Schlotterbeck was interviewed in Chino Hills State Park to educate people about the struggles protecting land and keeping the ecosystems functioning as climate-change presents new challenges. Read the article.

Deputy Secretary Hertel Presents

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 4, 2024 with No Comments

Thanks to Meghan Hertel with the California Natural Resources Agency for her great presentation on 30×30 to the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Teaching decision makers and planning staff about the different strategies (or pathways) to 30×30 will help … Read More

Sponsor a Tarantula

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 1, 2024 with No Comments

Today (and today ONLY) you can help support our natural lands by sponsoring your very own tarantula. For only $41 a month you’ll receive a certificate with the name of your tarantula, it’s last known location, and you’ll get quarterly … Read More

Spring Newsletter Released

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 30, 2024 with No Comments

Spring 2024 Newsletter (864KB PDF) Highlights include:

National Monument Campaigns

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 28, 2024 with No Comments

Today we heard from Resources Legacy Fund staffer Matt Keller about five active National Monument campaigns in California. One of them is in our area–the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. If successful, this designation would add protections to 109,000 acres … Read More

Cougar Attack

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 26, 2024 with No Comments

We were deeply saddened to learn of the cougar attack in Eldorado County this last weekend of the Brooks brothers. It resulted in one fatality (Taylen) and one serious injury (Wyatt). These types of attacks are quite rare, but the … Read More

Spring Equinox

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 19, 2024 with No Comments

Happy Spring Equinox! Learn about the equinox in this article.

Spring is Nesting Season

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 16, 2024 with No Comments

Spring is nesting season!! Actually for some species it is more than just Spring. Avoid tree trimming if you can!

March E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 15, 2024 with No Comments

The March e-newsletter features saving the poppy fields through smart visitation, highlights a recent 670 conservation acquisition, pitches the new Climate Resilient State Parks report, and features a note on hummingbirds. Happy Spring! View the e-newsletter.

670 Acres Protected

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 12, 2024 with No Comments

Great news!! Conservation got a boost yesterday with the preservation of B Canyon by the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority. Wildlife now have a second place to cross under the 91 freeway as the acquisition protects a linkage between … Read More

Cougars in the Hills

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 11, 2024 with No Comments

Great information from the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority on cougars.

Fullerton Observer Covers Appeal Denial

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 10, 2024 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone’s Claire Schlotterbeck penned this article outlining the result of the OC Board of Supervisor hearing on the Menchego site. The appeal was denied! Read the Fullerton Observer article.

30×30 Virtual Open House

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 4, 2024 with No Comments

Today we listened in on the introduction of the California Natural Resources Agency’s (CNRA) newest team member via a Zoom open house. The Governor appointed Meghan Hertel to the position of Deputy Secretary of Habitat and Biodiversity. Our own Melanie … Read More

Menchego Site Appeal Outcome

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 3, 2024 with No Comments

In a split vote (3-2) OC Board of Supervisors deny the Hills For Everyone appeal on the Menchego Site CUP. Additionally, three Supervisors publicly state their support for preserving the land too! View the outcome synopsis.

Pill Bugs & Soil Health

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 3, 2024 with No Comments

February 2024 E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 14, 2024 with No Comments

The February e-newsletter features our 2023 Recap Video on our work preserving the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor and highlights our support of the East San Gabriel Valley Area Plan, our appeal of the Menchego Site Conditional Use Permit, and the … Read More

2023 Recap Video Released

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 13, 2024 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone focuses its efforts on the preservation of the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. This video captures some of the highlights of our work from 2023. Three key projects are featured in the video. First was the collaboration to … Read More

Greenprint Adopted!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 1, 2024 with No Comments

Congratulations on a job well done Friends of Harbors, Beaches & Parks (FHBP)! We are pleased to have been a part of this effort!

REMINDER: Letters of Support Needed

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 31, 2024 with No Comments

REMINDER: Letters Needed by Fri., Feb. 2 to Support Our Appeal OC Board of Supervisors will consider HFE’s appeal of a Conditional Use Permit on the Aera Energy property. Submit your comments by February 2nd! View the Reminder Alert!

Aera Energy Lands Rezoned!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 30, 2024 with No Comments

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to adopt the East San Gabriel Valley Aera Plan, which rezones the zoning of the Aera Energy lands. Learn more in our E-Alert.

Reminder: Letters of Support Needed

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 24, 2024 with No Comments

Letters Needed by Fri., Jan. 26 to Support Zone Change LA County Board of Supervisors will consider reducing the number of units that can be built Aera’s 2,700 acres. Submit your comments by Friday, January 26th! View the E-Alert.

Letters of Support for HFE Appeal Needed by 2/2

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 19, 2024 with No Comments

Letters Needed by Fri., Feb. 2 to Support Our Appeal OC Board of Supervisors will consider HFE’s appeal of a Conditional Use Permit on the Aera Energy property. Submit your comments by February 2nd! View the Reminder Alert.

Letters of Support Needed by Jan. 26

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 17, 2024 with No Comments

LA County Board of Supervisors will consider reducing the number of units that can be built Aera’s 2,700 acres. Submit your comments by January 26th! View the E-Alert.

January 2024 E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 15, 2024 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone’s January e-newsletter spotlights: two upcoming decisions, a recently funded acquisition, the return of Glenn Parker to our board, and the loss of Cliff the mountain lion. Read the e-newsletter.

Hours Left to Give!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 31, 2023 with No Comments

In 2024, we hope to protect an additional 800+ acres. Will you support this conservation work? Donate!

Brea Canyon Road Project Stopped in 2023

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 28, 2023 with No Comments

This past year, was a year of collaborations. Through our partnerships we ended and defunded a road expansion project. Great partners, make great successes. Will you partner with us and support our work? Learn more!

December E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 16, 2023 with No Comments

Check out our December E-Newsletter, which features: background on mistletoe, an update on wildlife legislation, new State Park signage, and three Habitat Authority heroes. Learn more: https://bit.ly/472O71U

12 Days of Sharing

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 15, 2023 with No Comments

Safeguard the Hills: Your Support is Needed

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 14, 2023 with No Comments

Numerous threats exist that could sever the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. Your support is critical to our success. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3RbTWoP

The Story of P-22

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 9, 2023 with No Comments

The story of P-22 (the mountain lion in the Hollywood Hills) improved global understanding of the plight of this majestic creature (and other cougars too). P-22 inspired the wildlife bridge over the 101 Freeway. Check out this video to learn … Read More

Alert: Call the YL City Council

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 3, 2023 with No Comments

Call to Action: Email the YL City Council Immediately Immediately let the City Council know you support submitting the Housing Element Update to the State. Learn more from our E-Alert.

We Have Big Plans in Store for 2024

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 1, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone is working on the acquisition of lands adjacent to Chino Hills State Park. Help us achieve this goal! Learn more: https://bit.ly/47wgHtt

Housing Element Update #4

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 28, 2023 with No Comments

Learn about the risks of not having an adopted/certified Housing Element, how developers can make an end run around existing local laws, and how open space lands are at risk of development. Read the E-Alert for Yorba Linda Residents.

Workshop #8 on 11/30

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 21, 2023 with No Comments

The final Friends of Harbors, Beaches & Parks (FHBP) workshop is next week! Join the Zoom to finish learning about the Pathways to 30×30.

Housing Element Update #3

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 18, 2023 with No Comments

There are numerous constraints that exist for the Residents Working Group developing the compromised Housing Element Update for Yorba Linda. These constraints include topography, wildfire, planned developments, and more. View the E-Alert for Yorba Linda Residents.

National Take a Hike Day

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 17, 2023 with No Comments

It’s National Take A Hike Day!! What’s your favorite trail or park to hike in??

November E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 14, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone November E-Newsletter which covers our thanks for your role in our work, and three newsworthy items: Remembering Jim Kelly, the Anniversary of the Freeway Complex Fire, and Celebrating Melanie Schlotterbeck as an OC Visionary. … Read More

Final 30×30 Workshop

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 12, 2023 with No Comments

This is the last of the eight workshops by Friends of Harbors, Beaches & Parks (FHBP). Join these subject matter experts for three Pathways to 30×30. Register below!

Bird Humor

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 12, 2023 with No Comments

Housing Element Update #2

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 11, 2023 with No Comments

The City of Yorba Linda developed a Housing Element Update that was conditionally approved by the state, pending a Measure B vote by Yorba Linda voters. Measure Z as it was known failed at the ballot box, which required the … Read More

Stink Beetle

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 10, 2023 with No Comments

Often called stink bugs, these are actually stink beetles. Another common name is circus beetle. They get that funny name because in their defensive posture, they stand on their head to spray the stink.

Dia de los Muertos

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on November 1, 2023 with No Comments

Thanks to the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority for remembering those that have contributed to saving lands on the western side of the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. These individuals may be gone, but their legacies live on in the hills, … Read More

Protected Ridgelines at Night

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 24, 2023 with No Comments

In early October, we had to leave the Chino Hills State Park campground at 5:30 AM for another event. Here is what we mean when we say we protected the ridgelines. Once inside the park, you wouldn’t know that millions … Read More

Housing Element Update #1

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 23, 2023 with No Comments

The State of California has set regional targets for housing at four different income levels (very low, low, moderate, and above moderate). Yorba Linda and the County of Orange (along with all Southern California cities and counties) must update their … Read More

Melanie Schlotterbeck, OC Visionary

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 16, 2023 with No Comments

Congratulations to Melanie Schlotterbeck for being selected by the Los Angeles Times as an Orange County Visionary for the non-profit sector! Her work with Hills For Everyone is essential and carries the torch forward on conservation actions locally. View her … Read More

October E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 13, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone October E-Newsletter which covers 30×30 being signed into law, and three upcoming events: Total Solar Eclipse (10/14), Trunk or Treat (10/29), and the Habitat Authority Open House (11/14). View our E-Newsletter.

Total Solar Eclipse (10/14)

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 12, 2023 with No Comments

Fall Newsletter Mailed

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 3, 2023 with No Comments

View the Fall 2023 E-Newsletter, which highlights the following topics:

NPS One Liners!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 28, 2023 with No Comments

Some good one liners in here! Thanks National Park Service.

Workshop on Oct. 26th

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 20, 2023 with No Comments

Need funding, staff or want to build community?? Join this workshop.

Coastal Sage Scrub

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 19, 2023 with No Comments

Ask the Governor to Veto AB 1633

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 18, 2023 with No Comments

AB 1633 is an enormous threat to our environment and we need your help telling the Governor to veto the bill immediately! View our Action Alert.

September E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 14, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone September E-Newsletter which covers trail clearing, protecting biodiversity at home, our role in the 30×30 efforts, and an immediate call to action to support SB 337 (Min), which codifies 30×30. View our September E-Newsletter.

Ask Gov. Newsom to Sign SB 337

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 12, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone has been a leader in the effort to protect 30% of California’s lands and coastal waters by 2030 by managing the Southland coalition. We support SB 337 (Senator Dave Min) which codifies this conservation goal. The bill … Read More

Help the Birds

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 8, 2023 with No Comments

Pro-Tip: To help migrating birds at night you should turn off those outdoor lights!!

September 30×30 Workshop

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 7, 2023 with No Comments

This will be an informative workshop! Register today for the September 28th virtual event.

Guided Tours of Tres Hermanos

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 5, 2023 with No Comments

Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority Offers Guided Tours of the Ranch On Saturday, September 23, the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority is inviting the community to join in a free guided tour of the southern portion of the Tres Hermanos Ranch, (Ranch). … Read More

Blue Super Moon

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 30, 2023 with No Comments

Go outside right now and check out the Blue Super Moon. The “blue” is because this is the second full moon in August. Normally there is only one full moon a month. A “super moon” appears larger than normal because … Read More

Tres Hermanos Tour

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 22, 2023 with No Comments

Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority Offers Guided Tours of the Ranch On Saturday, September 23, the Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority is inviting the community to join in a free guided tour of the southern portion of the Tres Hermanos Ranch, (Ranch). … Read More

30×30 Workshop

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 16, 2023 with No Comments

These 30×30 workshops have benefited many individuals and organizations. Hope you can join!

August E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 10, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone August E-Newsletter which covers wildfire restrictions, the Los Angeles Regional Planning Commission recommendation, an update on CEQA, and the adoption of a Native Tree Preservation Policy in Brea. View the E-Newsletter.

Tres Hermanos Tours – Sign Up

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 31, 2023 with No Comments

The Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority is gearing up to host community tours of the Tres Hermanos Ranch. Sign up to stay informed about the tours by getting on the Authority’s outreach list.

Celebration of Life for Jean Watt

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 30, 2023 with No Comments

Jean Watt was a legend in the conservation movement. She was always there to support our work in the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor.

State Park Offers Accessible Camping

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 28, 2023 with No Comments

Today the Voice of OC published an article by journalist Jeanette Duran on park accessibility and featured not only Chino Hills State Park, but also the Schlotterbeck family. Check out the article and see how creativity can make dreams come … Read More

Action Alert

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 15, 2023 with No Comments

Rowland Heights, La Habra Heights, and Hacienda Heights residents should submit letters of support to the Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission by Wednesday, July 26th to support the zone change of the Aera Energy lands in the Wildlife Corridor. … Read More

July E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 12, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone July E-Newsletter which covers new hours at the Discovery Center, red flag warnings, goats in the Puente Hills, and Leave No Trace principles. View the E-Newsletter.

Facts on Coyotes

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 11, 2023 with No Comments

Great information about coyotes!

Submit a Letter by 7/26

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 7, 2023 with No Comments

Submit Your Comments On the Proposed Zone Change of the Aera Lands LA County Commissioners will consider reducing the number of units that can be built on Aera’s 2,700 acres. Submit your comments by July 26th! Share this widely! Read … Read More

Bald Eagle Story

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 30, 2023 with No Comments

A bald eagle likely nabbed a red tail hawk chick to feed to its growing young, then got confused by all the squawking. It then ended up adopting the “would be food” and is now raising the hawk as its … Read More

Sign the Petition

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 29, 2023 with No Comments

CHINO HILLS RESIDENTS:**Sign the Petition to STOP A High Density Development in Carbon Canyon** Add your name to the petition to tell the Chino Hills City Council you don’t support high density in Carbon Canyon. Sign here!

Tres Hermanos Tours To Start

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 26, 2023 with No Comments

The Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority is looking to start public tours of the Tres Hermanos lands. Hills For Everyone continues to urge the Authority to complete a resource inventory to know what it needs to protect & preserve. Read the … Read More

URGENT: Calls/Emails Needed TODAY to Stop Environmental Law Rollbacks

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 19, 2023 with No Comments

Make a call or send an email now to stop the Governor from ending CEQA. Please take two minutes to do this critical action.Phone: 916-445-2841Email: https://www.gov.ca.gov/contact/ (Select May Revise Budget) Read the Action Alert.

June E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 15, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone June E-Newsletter which covers CEQA, fire safety in Chino Hills State Park, managed public access to Tres Hermanos, and mesopredators (specifically opossums). View the E-Newsletter.

Land Preservation Workshop – 6/22

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 8, 2023 with No Comments

Looking to preserve lands or waters?? Attend this free workshop!

CEQA Works, Schlotterbeck Op Ed

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 5, 2023 with No Comments

Claire Schlotterbeck penned this opinion piece for the Voice of OC about the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). #CEQA is under attack. With protections rolled back our parks, quality of life, and plants/animals will suffer. View the Op Ed.

Brea Canyon Road Article

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 22, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone was featured in the Orange County Register article, which highlighted our successful work to stop the expansion of the Brea Canyon Road project. #WildlifeCorridor #Conservation #Coalitions View the OC Register article.

Coyote Communication

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 18, 2023 with No Comments

There is something eerie and exciting about hearing a coyote yipping and howling. This communication is to draw the pack back from individual hunts and/or let other packs know this territory is claimed.

Willing Seller Transactions

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 15, 2023 with No Comments

There have been 33 separate acquisitions that created @ChinoHillsSP and every single one required landowner’s to willingly participate. This means they chose to sell, donate or use their land as mitigation to offset impacts somewhere else.

May E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 12, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone May E-Newsletter which covers Earth Day, local wildflowers, successful partnerships, and three book recommendations. View the E-Newsletter.

Trail Designations

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 9, 2023 with No Comments

Check out an official trail map to see what the trail designations are. For example, are horseback riders allowed on the trail? What about hikers and mountain bikers? Is there a speed limit? Use the park’s official map to get … Read More

Black Mustard

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 5, 2023 with No Comments

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 … Read More

Spring 2023 Newsletter Mails

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 15, 2023 with No Comments

View the Spring 2023 Newsletter with these articles: Spring 2023 Newsletter (811KB PDF)

April E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 12, 2023 with No Comments

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.

Happy April Fool’s Day!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 1, 2023 with No Comments

Okay, okay. Happy #AprilFoolsDay. We hope you got a good laugh on this one. *Until next year, friends*

Rattlesnake Alert!

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 29, 2023 with No Comments

Be aware and give plenty of space to all snakes not just rattlesnakes.

State Park Acquisition Moves Forward

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 29, 2023 with No Comments

Thank you to San Gabriel Valley Tribune for your great coverage of the Chino Hills State Park announcement as we advance the acquisition of 842 more acres next to the State Park. Thanks to Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority and … Read More

Trail Closure Information

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 29, 2023 with No Comments

An important reminder!

30×30 Workshop on Mapping

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 27, 2023 with No Comments

Do you need to ensure your land trust, agency, or jurisdiction’s land is captured on the 30×30 map? If so, attend this free, virtual April 27th workshop to get the scoop on the mapping component of 30×30!

Press Event at Chino Hills State Park

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 24, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone and the Power In Nature Coalition co-hosted a press event this morning announcing Southern California’s leadership in preserving important landscapes for 30×30 (protecting 30% of lands and waters by 2030). As it relates to our goals and … Read More

On the Path to Protection

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 24, 2023 with No Comments

Since the 1970s, Hills For Everyone has led the way to protect the 14,100 acre Chino Hills State Park. Through decades-long advocacy–along with local and state partnerships–one final phase, the eastern ridgelines (842 acres), are on the path to being … Read More

SoCal Advancing 30×30

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 24, 2023 with No Comments

California’s efforts to protect 30% of its lands and waters by 2030 continue to move forward! Today local leaders and environmental champions announce the final phase of protection for the eastern ridgelines adjacent to Chino Hills State Park!

Plans Announced for Next Acquisition

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 23, 2023 with No Comments

Exciting news! Power In Nature CA & Hills For Everyone announces plans to help meet #30×30 through additional acquisitions adjacent to Chino Hills State Park. This will: 🦌Improve wildlife connectivity 💧Protect water quality 🐦🌿Safeguard important plants & animals #PowerInNature #Parks … Read More

Importance of Chino Hills State Park

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 23, 2023 with No Comments

The area around Chino Hills State Park is a treasure worth protecting! It’s one of the most accessible state parks in California, and its ridgeline boundaries protect visitors and wildlife from urban development. Let’s work together to ensure its preservation … Read More

Restoration Pathway Featured

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 22, 2023 with No Comments

If you are involved in 30×30… you’ll want to join in on these free virtual workshops. This one has a speaker focused on environmental stewardship in coastal wetlands. Help California achieve 30×30!

Advance Mitigation Featured in Panel

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 18, 2023 with No Comments

Eight 30×30 workshops are being offered by Friends of Harbors, Beaches & Parks (FHBP). The first covers pathways 5, 6, and 10 in the CA Natural Resource Agency’s Pathways to 30×30. Let’s get folks trained on how to protect 30% … Read More

March E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 16, 2023 with No Comments

Check out the Hills For Everyone March e-newsletter which covers when to trim trees, creating your own Homegrown National Park, and a few book recommendations. View our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/3mQbF8C

30×30 Workshop Series Launched

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 11, 2023 with No Comments

If you are involved in 30×30… you’ll want to join in on these free virtual workshops. This one has a speaker focused on environmental stewardship in coastal wetlands. Help California achieve 30×30!

Western Sycamore

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 10, 2023 with No Comments

Sycamores provide shelter for wildlife. As the tree ages, cavities provide housing for owls, bee colonies, and woodrats. The Spanish word for sycamore is Aliso. Sycamore bark is covered with creamy-white & reddish-brown patches on the surface. The lighter bark … Read More

Bald Eagles Stay on Nests During Storms

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 3, 2023 with No Comments

This is quite the story of dedication!

30×30 Presentation

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 28, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone has posted the latest 30×30 Workshop offered to the Southland 30×30 Power In Nature Coalition run by Conservation Consultant Melanie Schlotterbeck. Senator Ben Allen’s Senior Policy Consultant Tina Andolina spoke to the Coalition about the Senate Environmental … Read More

February E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 16, 2023 with No Comments

Stunning Wildflowers Blooming in the Hills… This e-newsletter features the recent radio interview Melanie Schlotterbeck did on our work, highlights the hard work of volunteers removing miles of barbed wire fencing and the proper wildflower viewing etiquette! View the February … Read More

Environmental Directions Interview

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 15, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone’s (HFE) Conservation Consultant Melanie Schlotterbeck was interviewed by the Environmental Direction’s host Nancy Pearlman. The 30 minute interview aired on Friday, February 10th. A focus of the interview was our work protecting lands in the Puente-Chino Hills … Read More

End of Year Video

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 13, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone released its end of year video in mid-February capturing its work with 30×30, involvement in improved conservation outcomes for a local project, evidence of mountain lions in the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor, updates on partnerships, and finally … Read More

Editorial on Protecting Cougars

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 8, 2023 with No Comments

The Los Angeles Times published an editorial on the threats facing cougar populations locally and statewide. Humans have greatly impacted the cougar count because of roads, encroachment, and rodenticides. As the Editorial Board correctly stated, we need to consider how … Read More

Radio Interview – Friday, February 10 at 6 pm

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 7, 2023 with No Comments

Listen in to a 30 minute interview with host, Nancy Pearlman, while she discusses Hills For Everyone’s work with Melanie Schlotterbeck. It’s channel 90.1 KBPK starting at 6 o’clock this Friday, February 10, 2023. She will discuss the efforts to … Read More

$1B in Conservation Estimated for Mitigation Program

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 3, 2023 with No Comments

Our partners at Friends of Harbors, Beaches & Parks (FHBP) coordinated a large coalition, of which Hills For Everyone was deeply engaged, to get a mitigation policy adopted by Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). Through our work with the … Read More

#ParkChat Starts in One Hour

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 1, 2023 with No Comments

#ParkChat starts in one hour, 6 PM Pacific. Find us on Twitter at: @Hills4Everyone. Questions get asked every five minutes in this format: Q1, Q2, Q3, and so on with #ParkChat tagged. Respond with A1, A2, A3, and so on … Read More

Today is #ParkChat at 6 PM

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 1, 2023 with No Comments

Today is the day! #ParkChat starts at 6 PM PST on the dot! Find Hills For Everyone through the #ParkChat hashtag or follow us on Twitter (@Hills4Everyone). Answer the posted questions every five minutes, tag it #ParkChat, and learn about … Read More

Wednesday’s #ParkChat

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 31, 2023 with No Comments

Wednesday, February 1st from 6 – 7 PM PST, Hills For Everyone guest hosts a Twitter discussion on 30×30–a state, national, & international effort to protect 30% of the lands and waters by 2030. Join in the fun. Find us … Read More

Dr. Jack Bath’s Celebration of Life

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 29, 2023 with No Comments

Family, friends, students, and conservation advocates joined a Zoom memorial to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Jack Bath. Access the:

Jack Bath’s Memorial Services

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 29, 2023 with No Comments

REMINDER: Hills For Everyone and Endangered Habitats League are hosting a Zoom Memorial Service at 4 PM TODAY (Sunday, January 29) to honor the life of Dr. Jack Bath. Event DetailsSunday, January 29, 20234 – 6 PMZoom LinkPhone: (669) 900-6833Meeting … Read More

Join #ParkChat on Wednesday

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 29, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone is the guest host on the weekly Twitter #ParkChat discussion this Wednesday, February 1st from 6 – 7 PM Pacific. Questions are posted every five minutes and each tagged with the hashtag #ParkChat. Join in the fun … Read More

Tour of the Hills

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 28, 2023 with No Comments

Thanks Blair Stewart for joining Hills For Everyone on a tour of the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. We are glad our Board member Bev Perry was able to join us.

Twitter Discussion 2/1

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 27, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone is guest hosting #ParkChat an online park-themed discussion. Our focus is the 30×30 effort to protect 30% of lands and waters by 2030. Join us Wed., Feb. 1 from 6 – 7 PM Pacific on Twitter.

Pathways to 30×30 Workshop

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 24, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone has posted the Pathways to 30×30 Workshop offered to the Southland 30×30 Power In Nature Coalition run by Conservation Consultant Melanie Schlotterbeck. The presentation by Assistant Secretary of Habitat and Biodiversity Madeline Drake on January 23, 2023 … Read More

Dr. Jack Bath’s Memorial Service

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 16, 2023 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone and Endangered Habitats League will be co-hosting a Zoom Memorial Service for Dr. Jack Bath. Event DetailsSunday, January 29, 20234 – 6 PMZoom LinkPhone: (669) 900-6833Meeting ID: 714-687-1555Passcode: 415213 Jack had friends and interests across the spectrum … Read More

Trail Closures

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 15, 2023 with No Comments

For your safety and that of others please obey all trail closures.

A Night in Chino Hills State Park

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 14, 2023 with No Comments

Last night before the rains we camped at Chino Hills State Park. Here is a small glimpse of the adventure. (Video: Various night time images of Chino Hills State Park with two clips of audio including coyotes yipping and an … Read More

January E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 13, 2023 with No Comments

Don’t Miss Out on the Cougar Walk ‘N Talk… This e-newsletter reviews the status of the Brea Canyon Road Expansion Project, features a Memorial Hike in honor of P-22 on January 22nd, and tells the “why” behind trail closures after … Read More

Today’s the Day — Donate by Midnight

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 31, 2022 with No Comments

Hours to Go Before 2022 Ends! Donate Now! You only have hours left this year to give! Get your tax deductible gift handled before December 31st! View the End of Year Appeal.

Successes in 2022, Challenges of 2022

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 28, 2022 with No Comments

Successes of 2022, Challenges of 2023 Only three days left this year to give! Get your tax deductible gift handled before December 31st! View the electronic fundraising appeal.

Remembering P-22

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 19, 2022 with No Comments

The Los Angeles Times did a spectacular write up on P-22’s life, legacy, and death. We encourage you to read it, to understand it, and to support groups like Hills For Everyone working to link landscapes together for wildlife connectivity. … Read More

The Loss of P-22

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 17, 2022 with No Comments

He found his own home in the Hollywood Hills as a three year old cougar. A location beyond anyone’s wildest imagination–as it is an isolated range. He was a bachelor. He was a beloved ambassador for cougars and other threatened … Read More

California Nature Presentation

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 13, 2022 with No Comments

Hills For Everyone has posted the California Nature Presentation offered to the Southland 30×30 Power In Nature Coalition run by Conservation Consultant Melanie Schlotterbeck. The presentation by Dr. Nathaniel Roth on December 12, 2022 is an hour long. It walks … Read More

Tragic News About HFE Board Member Jack Bath

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on December 12, 2022 with No Comments

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of longtime Hills For Everyone (and founding) Board Member Dr. Jack Bath. View our E-Announcement on his legacy and services.