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The Loss of Roland vom Dorp

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on July 17, 2025 with No Comments

We are saddened to report the death of Roland vom Dorp. Roland served on the Board of Directors of Hills For Everyone for many years. A lifelong resident of La Habra Heights, he was a business owner, an avid hiker and dedicated conservationist. In the 1990s, Roland led the effort in La Habra Heights to stop a housing project that would have severed the Wildlife Corridor. He then went on to be sure that Powder Canyon was safely protected in … Read More

Progress in Powder Canyon

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on February 28, 2022 with No Comments

We spent some time in the Powder Canyon Preserve this weekend and want to extend a hearty congratulations and thanks to Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority for its successful work restoring the hillside habitat. Check out the wonderful progress!

Powder Canyon Views

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 31, 2021 with No Comments

There are many agencies, groups, and residents working to protect SoCal landscapes and within the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. Today’s shout out goes to our partner on the west side of the hills the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority. Nearly 4,000 acres of land is preserved in the Puente Hills, including the stunning Powder Canyon Preserve featured in this video!

Earth Day at Powder Canyon

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on April 18, 2019 with No Comments

Looking for an Earth Day event to participate in locally? Join the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority for its April 27th Earth Day event at Powder Canyon. Learn more about this event online.

Winter 2018

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 24, 2018 with No Comments

Winter 2018 (PDF – 753 KB) Highlights: The Wins Keep Coming! (Madrona) Esperanza Hills Mary Hanson’s Passing Yes on Prop. 68 Powder Canyon History Activities With Legislators Burn It Where You Buy It Spring = Mating Season Raceway Proposed Next to Park