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Barbed Wire Removal Begins

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 15, 2021 with No Comments

We are SOOOOO excited that State Parks allowed volunteers to begin removal of the documented 4+ miles of barbed wire in Chino Hills State Park. Right now, it is very easy to spot with nearly all the vegetation gone from the Blue Ridge Fire. In a few short months, it will be covered by the mustard and other tall grasses. The barbed wire impedes wildlife movement and is no longer needed for cattle grazing. We will keep you updated on … Read More

HFE 2020 Recap Video

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 2, 2021 with No Comments

This video captures some of the highlights of our work from 2020 including acquisition and conservation of 320 acres, PowerPoint presentations, support of the Chino Hills State Park Trail Plan, and legislation to save raptors and owls from rat poison. It also covers some of the land use challenges that were resolved like Hidden Oaks and the Aera Energy project. Nevertheless, some challenges remain like Esperanza Hills, the Brea Canyon Road widening, Hsi Lai Temple expansion, and extension of the … Read More

Grant Awarded for Fire Recovery

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 27, 2021 with No Comments

We are thrilled to report that the California State Parks Foundation awarded Hills For Everyone our full grant request to replace the campground sign, add defensible space and native plants to the slope, and repair the fencing along Bane Canyon Road near the Rolling M Ranch and Barn. All of these projects will aid in recovery at Chino Hills State Park from the Blue Ridge Fire impacts. We’ll keep you posted on our progress. Additionally, Chino Hills State Park Interpretive … Read More

Bernie Meme Bandwagon

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 23, 2021 with No Comments

We couldn’t help ourselves but jump on this funny meme bandwagon… (sorry in advance). As a reminder trails in both the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority Preserve and Chino Hills State Park are closed when it rains due to trail damage, water drainage, and public safety. Your help following the rules, keeps our parks and trails easier to maintain and ensures everyone stays safe.

January 2021 E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on January 15, 2021 with No Comments

Our first newsletter of the new year focuses on trails and fire recovery. Chino Hills State Park finalized its trail plan and there are tips to keeping the natural resources protected by staying on trail. Further, Hills For Everyone and others applied for funding to help in the Blue Ridge Fire recovery. View our January 2021 E-Newsletter.