Species Spotlight: Is the Granite Spiny Lizard Your New Bestie?
Think you can do more push-ups than the granite spiny lizard (Sceloporus orcutti)? This little reptile might just be your next workout buddy. A male granite spiny lizard will perform a courtship push-up display – their presentation attempt to catch the eye of a female...
Kollar Donation Preserves Vital Land and Natural Treasures for Western Riverside County
In October 2019, a 17.93-acre parcel of land located in the unincorporated area of Tenaja near the Santa Rosa Plateau was donated to the RCA courtesy of Judy Kollar. The Kollar Donation property features a mix of chaparral habitat dominated by scrub oak, white sage,...
Be Safe This Summer While Exploring the Trails
Summer is well underway! Grab your backpack, a cold-water bottle, and take a hike on one of many scenic trails that western Riverside County has to offer. With the ongoing threat of wildfires, fire safety should be at the forefront of everyone’s mind as it is for our...
Species Spotlight: The Resilient Cleveland’s Bush Monkeyflower
Is it merely a coincidence that the Cleveland’s bush monkeyflower (Mimulus clevelandii) can be found in the Cleveland National Forest? Actually, it is. Although this plant is restricted to the Santa Ana and Agua Tibia Mountains in the Cleveland National Forest, this...
Explore Riverside County’s Natural Wonders with the 146 Project
Looking for a fun summer activity that brings together friends and family? Calling all Kindergarten through 8th grade students! You, your family, and your friends are invited to explore the beautiful lands of western Riverside County and earn an exclusive patch. The...
B-Canyon is a Critical Connection for Wildlife in Western Riverside County
Earlier this year, the Western Riverside County Regional Conservation Authority (RCA) celebrated 670 additional acres of land with the acquisition of the B-Canyon 2 property near Corona for the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan (MSHCP) reserve. The entire...