Native Oysters Face Double the Threat, Why CA’s Water Woes Could Just Be Starting
Why California's water woes may be just be starting and more Bay Area nature news...
Urban Nature
New Life for Presidio’s Historic Forest
The young trees are dwarfed by the backdrop of towering eucalyptus, Monterey pine, and Monterey cypress planted in the Presidio more than 120 years ago, but the mission is lofty: to replace a dying forest.
Added Protection for Big-Eared Bat, CA Dry Spell Continues
Townsend's big-eared bat could get added protection from the state and more Bay Area nature news...
Muir Beach Reopens, CA Drought Deepens
Muir Beach reopens after a six month closure and more Bay Area nature news.
Dry year sparks fire and water fears, affects Bay Area bird counts
California's driest year in recorded history sparks fire and water fears, and more Bay Area nature news...
Before the Annual Fungus Fair, It’s All About Finding the Right Mushroom
Served in French dishes under the alias pom pom du blanc, lion’s mane has a texture and taste resembling lobster or shrimp. Chris Schoenstein, a lifelong enthusiast and member of the Mycological Society of San Francisco, has only seen one 2 or 3 times. But that, if you’re a mushroom hunter, is the hook that keeps you coming back to an event like the Wunderlich Foray.
Big Sur Fire Nears Full Containment, SF Proposes Bottled Water Ban
Big Sur fire nears full containment as SF Board of Supervisors consider plastic water bottle ban and more Bay Area nature news...
Park Service Drops Muir Woods Parking Lot Plan, CA Groups Call for Offshore Fracking to Halt
California groups call for offshore fracking to halt, Park Service drops Muir Woods panoramic parking plan and more Bay Area nature news.
Sea Lion Escapes in West Marin, Burrowing Owl Family Leave Freeway Safely
A sea lion escapes in West Marin and later recaptured in a cow pasture and more Bay Area nature news...
Orcas Put on a Killer Show in Monterey Bay, Feds Unveil Bay Wetlands Restoration Plan
A pod of orcas have been staging an unbelievable show in the Monterey Bay and more Bay Area nature news.
