In the San Francisco Bay Area, slices of nature pop up in the most unexpected places, a testament to the region’s wealth in biodiversity and the resilience of its natural systems. Bringing nature to urban areas is not just about ensuring the survival of species, but enhancing people’s quality of life through a fulfillment of our innate need to be with nature.
May 23, 2013 by Dan Rademacher
A plan for tree removal in the East Bay hills is open for public comment until June 17. We talk to a biologist, historian, gardener, land manager, and critic.
May 22, 2013 by Ken Dyleski
This is one of area’s most popular trails at a reservoir opened in 1928. In spite of the challenging elevation …
May 21, 2013 by Dan Rademacher
On May 31, the Oakland Museum will open its overhauled science gallery, the world’s largest museum exhibit focused on California’s habitats and wildlife.
May 16, 2013 by Ken Dyleski
Briones Regional Park opened to the public in October 1967. Since Felipe Briones built the first house near Bear …
May 14, 2013 by Ken Dyleski
Begin this hike into Black Diamond Regional Preserve from Clayton using the Black Diamond Trail Staging Area on Clayton Rd.. …
May 14, 2013 by Dan Rademacher
Every so often I see a note from a local birder or amateur botanist that reminds me that there’s a …
May 11, 2013 by Ken Dyleski
Start at the junction of Alfred Ave. and Sousa Dr. in Walnut Creek. This location is easily reached from the …
Event: June 26, 2013 6:00 pm
Please join us for a screening of San Francisco–Still Wild At Heart, the award winning documentary directed by Melissa Peabody. …
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The Oakland Museum’s taxidermist: an inside view of wildlife
June 04, 2013 by Dan Rademacher
