Senators Feinstein and Padilla Introduce Bill to Create Western Riverside National Wildlife Refuge
For several years, the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority has supported efforts to establish a wildlife refuge in our county. Establishing a federal wildlife refuge will help support local efforts to conserve land for the preservation of 146...
It’s Back to School Time: There’s Plenty to Learn about the RCA and the MSHCP
Tardy bells are ringing, teachers are calling roll, and students are taking tests and working to finish homework assignments. The start of the school year is a great time to remember that learning never really stops. So why not learn more about western Riverside...
Western Riverside County Supports Largest Remaining Population of Rare Spreading Navarretia
The spreading navarretia, a hairy annual herb, is our latest MSHCP Species Spotlight. The rare, flowering species looks like something from another planet with a stem measuring about 6 inches tall and leaves that turn spiny and sharp when dry. Its Latin name is...
Fast-Growing Beaumont is Protecting Species
The City of Beaumont is named after the French word for “Beautiful Mountain”. No wonder, the City has a front row seat to Mount San Jacinto with Instagram-worthy snowcapped peaks during the winter months. Beaumont is located at the summit of the San Gorgonio Pass...
Species Spotlight: The Burrowing Owl is Adorable and Resilient
The burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia hypugaea) is arguably one of the most lovable MSHCP-protected species. Covered in brown and white feathers, this cutie is only 7-10 inches tall with giant yellow eyes that are as vivid as the sun. Despite its small stature,...
Harford Springs Reserve: A Quiet Oasis
With ranch style homes, rolling hills, and horses galore, Gavilan Hills sits between Lake Mathews and Mead Valley, a short drive from Corona or Perris. Hawks frequently soar overhead, which is fitting, as “Gavilan” means “hawk” in Spanish. The community also is home...