On the good news front: Three more mountain lion cubs were identified in a den in the Santa Monica Mountains. Good luck little ones–we are all cheering for your survival and are working to connect landscapes together for your benefit! ❤️❤️
Nature has been a place for people to gather, to learn, to recreate, to regroup, to find beauty, to regain strength, and more. It has been especially challenging with the park closures related to the pandemic to not be able to access these sacred spaces. Even more recently inequities in experiences was brought to light. To honor all who love nature, who want to share in its healing powers, who want positive experiences in the wilds, we ask that you … Read More
Good news for nature enthusiasts… the Puente Hills Habitat Authority’s Preserves are open for a wee bit longer for the summer months. Hours have been set so that wildlife can survive and thrive in the hills.
It is interesting that a little over one year ago this article was written. It appears even in the ‘best of times’ the state opts not to fund or prioritize parks, park maintenance, and park acquisitions. With a growing population, this means more crowds, more impacts to the resources, and less availability of parkland. Hills For Everyone is working to change that, with our bill AB 2021, which advances 1,611 acres that has always been envisioned for addition to Chino Hills State … Read More
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.