We are grateful for you, Happy Thanksgiving! – https://mailchi.mp/dc4f08…/november-2019-enewsletter-4676441 This e-newsletter features three articles: (1) a preview of the upcoming Giving Tuesday effort (December 3), (2) our hike with Assemblymember Phillip Chen, and (3) the Habitat Authority’s presentation on Brea Canyon Road concerns.
Wildlife bridges are coming to California to reduce animal-vehicle related collisions, keep wildlands connected, and retrofit transportation projects. Wildlife in the Santa Ana Mountains face inbreeding and extinction if the natural lands aren’t connected to other protected lands. But alas, work is already being done in the Puente Hills. In fact, the Puente Hills Habitat Authority undercrossing is featured in the article. Read the San Gabriel Valley Tribune article.
Did you know that there are bees native to California that nest in the ground, not in a hive? Yep! This photo was taken on the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority’s Sycamore Canyon Preserve. They become more active in spring. You can see their bee burrows in the ground and they are perfectly circular. Give them space–as we need bees to pollinate the flowers and crops!
We are thrilled that Michael Hughes is the new Board President of the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority. Congrats on the new responsibilities, Mike! His background, knowledge, and love of the Wildlife Corridor will serve this new role well! As a side note, Mike has served on the Hills For Everyone Board for years–currently as President. View the Whittier Daily News article.
The Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority launches new hours for Sycamore Canyon, Turnbull Canyon, and Hacienda Hills. Starting Monday, September 18th, the Preserves (above) open at 9 AM and close at 5 PM. This changes in June to 6 PM.