The Alameda Creek Watershed Forum is a voluntary, non-regulatory group of stakeholders interested in protecting and enhancing water-related beneficial uses and resources within the Alameda Creek watershed. The Forum promotes collaboration and the sharing of information among all stakeholders to … Read more
March 27, 2024 •
Eulogy for a Crayfish We Hardly Knew
January 18, 2024 •
The death knell for the sooty crayfish probably sounded with the introduction of its cousin from the north.
Explore the Bay by Ferry
March 16, 2023 •
Ferries are a cheap, environmentally friendly way to breathe in some brisk salt air and see the Bay in a new way. Here are five places you can go.
The Bald Eagles Have Landed in Alameda, and They’re Building a Nest
January 11, 2023 •
Longtime birder and Alameda local Rick Lewis found the nest, and he’s been discreetly visiting it almost daily since. No sign of eggs yet, but the birds seem good so far—preening each other, and adding sticks to their nest.
Counting Birds, Who are Counting on Humanity
February 8, 2019 •
In a dark year, citizen science can shine a light on the natural world — and on humanity.
Becky Jaffe and the Art of Biophilia
November 26, 2013 •
Nature photographer Becky Jaffe on art, photography and biophilia.