Earth Day: Reflecting and Moving Forward
First celebrated on April 22, 1970, Earth Day was the idea of Senator Gaylord Nelson as a “national teach-in on the environment” to raise the public’s awareness about environmental issues. An estimated 20 million people participated in this new “holiday” to rally for...
Mt. Rubidoux: A Great Hike, Views, and Habitat for Protected Species
Hiking Mt. Rubidoux is a rite of passage for many Riverside residents. Once you conquer the trail, whether on foot, with your dog, or on your bike, you feel like you are on top of the world. Just a few blocks from downtown Riverside, Mt. Rubidoux is a 161-acre park...
The San Jacinto Valley Crownscale Shows Off Its Crown in Western Riverside County
For most, the San Jacinto Valley crownscale will not be named “most beautiful plant” or draw crowds like other native plants. However, this unique plant has several features that would dazzle any botanist. The crownscale is a low-growing, grayish annual plant that...
City Spotlight: Wildomar Supports Habitat Preservation
Located in the heart of Elsinore Valley, the City of Wildomar was incorporated in 2008 and will turn 15-years-old on July 1. Since becoming a city, Wildomar’s population has grown nearly 71% to more than 38,000 residents. Despite this growth, the City is preserving...
71/91 Interchange Project Supports Continued Movement by Native Wildlife
The Riverside County Transportation Commission, along with project partners, kicked off construction of the 71/91 Interchange Project in Corona in January. Not only do commuters, residents, and freight vehicles use this interchange for travel between Riverside,...
Walker Canyon Temporarily Closed for Safety and to Preserve Local Habitat
Walker Canyon, the site of the California Poppy “Super Bloom” that drew thousands of visitors in 2019, is temporarily closed to visitors for safety reasons and to help protect sensitive habitat. The closure was announced at a news conference on February 7 by Lake...