Urban Nature

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.

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The thrill of the hive: San Francisco beekeeping

January 28, 2013 by Courtney Quirin

One of San Francisco’s most prominent beekeepers produces 500 pounds of honey a year by never turning down a bee in need.

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Give a nesting bird a home

January 23, 2013 by Alison Hawkes

Nesting birds are coming back to town. Now’s your chance to be a bird box landlord.

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