Tree Rings
on December 11, 2024
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Ever wonder about tree rings and what story they tell?? Check out this interesting post!
Benefits of Trees
on May 27, 2022
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Trees provide a lot of value in nature and our society. From clean air to shade on a hot day, or capturing carbon to adding character to a community–they too must be protected during the drought. This article provides some tips on watering to ensure trees survive the drought and high heat days. View the Los Angeles Times article.
Tree Trimming Awareness!
on February 24, 2022
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Nesting season has officially started ! Don’t trim trees between February 1st and September 1st, birds rely on trees foliage for shade, shelter and protection.Artwork: Emily Komessar for SBWCN
Letters Needed to OC Supervisors
on July 24, 2020
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Orange County friends: The Tree Preservation Policy that Friends of Harbors, Beaches & Parks (FHBP) has worked on and Hills For Everyone supports goes before the Orange County Board of Supervisors next Tuesday. Help get the word out and send in a letter/email to your Supervisor by Monday at noon. Thanks! View the FHBP E-Alert.
Black Walnuts Unique to Area
on May 28, 2020
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Did you know that the nut of black walnut trees served as a food source for Native American tribes despite the hard, thick shell? The largest stand of native walnuts left in the state is protected in Chino Hills State Park. California black walnut trees generally like north facing slopes. The population took a real hit in the 2008 Freeway Complex Fire followed by the drought.