State Parks are not created for dogs. State Parks are created to protect the native plants and animals. For example, when dogs urinate, their scent can disrupt the normal foraging of mule deer whose nourishment needs are highly specific. You … Read More
Learn about how humans impact our wildlands and their inhabitants and why dogs are only allowed in some places. Following park rules is a must to maintain the ecological integrity of the land. Also, information on new heli-hydrants is covered … Read More
This week (April 5-9th) is National Wildlife Week. Wildlife call area parks, preserves, and natural areas “home.” Us humans, we are just visiting. What specific things do you do to help wildlife “feel at home?”
You can see how well camouflaged these roadrunners are. It was the movement that drew our eyes to that spot. When out enjoying nature, remember to stop and look around. You may just see something really cool–like a pair of … Read More
Here is the second in a three part series on wildfires in Orange County. This article focuses on Chino Hills State Park and how it has an unnatural fire frequency. Too many fires burning the land is having big impacts … Read More
URGENT: Help protect our wildlife!Submit an electronic letter TODAY to Gavin Newsom to supporting the bill (AB 1788) regarding second generation anticoagulant rodenticides… A sample letter from Center for Biological Diversity is in the first comment below.Get your letters in … Read More
As a follow up to our post earlier this week on rodenticides, the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority offers helpful tips and tools for co-existing with wildlife. Tips span the spectrum including: how to avoid contact with coyotes, steering clear … Read More
The UC Davis Road Ecology Center reports a decrease (by 71%) of traffic during the stay at home orders in California. Why does this matter? Fewer cars on the roads means fewer animals dying from vehicle collisions. Research shows there … Read More
Spring 2020 (PDF – 895 KB)Highlights: Saving Land at Long Last (Eastbridge Acquisition) County Sues Sanitation Districts Over Park Plans Brea Canyon Road Hidden Oaks Esperanza Hills Hsi Lai Temple Wildlife Reminder Hike With Assemblymember Chen SoCal Mountain Lion
Mule deer are found throughout western North America. They are named for their large ears, which look ears that belong on a … you guessed it … mule. Mule deer are ruminants, which means they ferment plant material before digesting … Read More