Do the Presidio’s New Dog Walking Rules Go Far Enough?
Limits on commercial dog walkers in the Presidio has some nature lovers questioning: Should they be allowed at all?
Author Archives: Heather Mack
Pedro Point’s Transformation, for Wildlife and People
Volunteers are transforming Pedro Point, home to the new Devil's Slide tunnels, into a healthier wildlife habitat that's also a great outdoors destination.
Sutro Sam, the river otter, getting too much attention
Wildlife experts say to leave San Francisco's adorable river otter alone a little bit.
The Guardian of San Bruno Mountain
Silently rising above the industry and commerce lining Highway 101 south of San Francisco is San Bruno Mountain, an area rich in biodiversity. What has allowed this gem to remain...
Marine vomit threatens Drakes Estero
"Marine vomit" can be as vile as it sounds. The invasive marine invertebrate is fueling the debate about the future of Drakes Estero in time for this week's ruling on...
Hetch Hetchy measure questions SF’s water system
On the eve of the 100-year anniversary, the decision to drain Hetch Hetchy Valley to build a reservoir for San Francisco is still actively debated, even as the city’s dependence...
A ballot battle over San Francisco parks funding
It would seem a no-brainer in eco-minded San Francisco that a $195 million bond to spruce up city parks would get a thumbs up on election day. Which is why...
“Global Frackdown” aims to educate, incite change
Bay Area residents gathered on Crissy Field for the "Global Frackdown," a protest rally against the growing use of shale drilling that's raised environmental concerns.
Grasslands behind Sign Hill inspire conservation campaign
South San Francisco may be “THE INDUSTRIAL CITY,” as stated on the hillside overlooking the town of warehouses and industrial parks on the outskirts of SFO. But nestled alongside Sign...
Setting the record straight on bats and rabies
As fascinating as bats are, they, like all wild creatures, come with a warning label. While rabies is far from on the rise among humans and domesticated animals in America,...
