Chino Hills State Park Archives | Page 61 of 84

Fire Commemoration Event

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 31, 2018 with No Comments

As the Santa Ana winds return to our area this fall season, we are reminded of their devastating effect 10 years ago when the winds drove the Freeway Complex Fire to burn over 30,000 acres in four counties. In addition, over 280 homes were damaged or destroyed and 95% of Chino Hills State Park burned. To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the fire, Hills For Everyone has partnered with the Carbon Canyon Fire Safe Council and Chino Hills State Park … Read More

Evidence of Wildlife

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 25, 2018 with No Comments

Evidence of wildlife can be found all over our natural lands. From feathers to scat, tracks to fur—we know the animals are out there, but sometimes we don’t get to see them up close and personal.

Haunted Halloween Weekend

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 18, 2018 with No Comments

Check out this spooky event at Chino Hills State Park. Check your calendar and see if you can attend!

Rattlesnakes Serve a Purpose

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 24, 2018 with No Comments

Summertime heat brings out the reptiles, including snakes. Be watchful as you enjoy the trails and stay on the trails so you see them first. This rattlesnake held its position on the trail for a solid ten minutes. Snakes keep our rodent populations down. Every creature has a role in the ecosystem.

State Park Job Discussions for Jr. Rangers

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 14, 2018 with No Comments

With school starting, you’ve likely heard about what your child/grandchild wants to be when they grow up. If they said park ranger… here is an opportunity to learn more. Join Chino Hills State Park staff to learn more about careers with the park system. It’s this Saturday, August 18 from 9:30 – 10 at the Discovery Center (4500 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea).