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Ask the Govenor to Support AB 1788

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 17, 2020 with No Comments

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 today urging him to sign AB 1788. Go to: https://govapps.gov.ca.gov/gov40mail/1. Click Have a Comment2. Fill in the form3. Select AB017884. Click Next5. Select “Pro”6. Copy and paste the comments below (and or write your own comments)7. Send Message I urge … Read More

Geographic Literacy

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 14, 2020 with No Comments

One of the things we try to do is educate supporters about the natural world, because when you know it you love it–and when you love it you fight for and care for it. This article does a great job explaining “geographic literacy” and how our landscapes are connected to one another (and us to them). How geographically literate are you? Read the Los Angeles Times article.

Biodiversity Day

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 11, 2020 with No Comments

California is home to many unique species. To celebrate the diversity of those biological resources, there is a week-long series of virtual activities planned to raise awareness. Celebrate Biodiversity Day and our great natural resources by participating. Check it out! Learn about Biodiversity Day!

Chaparral & Fires

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 10, 2020 with No Comments

Chaparral is prone to burn and, if not burned too often, plants can re-sprout from underground root crowns or mature enough, from seeds. If it burns too often though, the root crown runs out of stored energy and the plant dies. Alternatively, the plant may not be able to grow to be old enough to produce seeds before it burns again.

Heat Related Illnesses

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on September 4, 2020 with No Comments

Hey friends! It will be HOT , HOT , HOT this Labor Day weekend and we wanted you to be aware of the dangers of being outside during extreme heat events. Check out this great infographic from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention to understand heat related illnesses, should you or someone you encounter have an issue while outside. Stay safe, stay cool, stay indoors if you can!(Image: Heat Related Illnesses described in two columns: What to Look For … Read More