Make a Trek for the Beautiful Views Over Skyline Drive Trail
If you are bursting with energy and feeling inclined (get it?) to reach the top of a mountain while enjoying a light summer breeze as you look over the horizon, look no further than Skyline Drive Trail. Have you ventured out to Skyline Drive Trail in Corona? If so,...
City Spotlight: Preserving Temecula’s Rich History
Before being known for its wine, the Temecula Valley was known as an agricultural hub for a variety of crops. This agricultural heritage is the backbone the region’s wine production today. Temecula Valley is home to over 40 wineries and continues to be recognized...
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...