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This Month's Program - March 18th, 2010 at 7:30 PM |
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Written by Elias
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Saturday, 13 March 2010 22:18 |
Chapparal, Help Protect What's Left
presented by Rick Halsey
Of all the distinct, natural communities in California, only one is found throughout and only one can be said to represent the state’s most characteristic wilderness: chaparral, a special plant community characterized by drought-hardy, woody shrubs, shaped by a Mediterranean-type climate (summer drought, winter rain) and intense, infrequent wildfires. It is within the chaparral where California will find its best and perhaps last chance to reclaim its wildness and preserve the quality of life made possible by the region's natural, open spaces. The Chapparal Institute is a resource for natural history enthusiasts, research scientists, and wildland firefighters. Rick Halsey continues his work for this importatnt California habitat through The Chapparal Institute which he founded. He grew up in Long Beach and joined El Dorado Audubon as a young man. To find out more check out the website: www.californiachaparral.org
Red Shanks chaparral
Chaparral...help protect what's left
The California Chaparral Institute
www.californiachaparral.org
Conservation
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Last Updated on Saturday, 13 March 2010 22:23 |
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Field Trip Saturday April 17th 8AM |
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Written by Elias
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Wednesday, 17 March 2010 03:03 |
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Sycamore Canyon
Whittier Hills
Saturday April 17th, 8:00 a.m.
You are welcome to join us on Saturday, April 17th at Sycamore Canyon in the Whittier Hills. (Workman Mill Rd., one-half mile north of Beverly Blvd.) This location can be very rewarding in the spring. The first part of the hike, along the lower roadway is often hard to get past because of the good birding! But then we start up the canyon trail, with only a few steep parts, and because there is a small stream with riparian habitat, it is often very birdy. Warblers, tanagers, wrentits and raptors are likely, and there is a possibly for cactus wren. Wear boots or sturdy shoes, sun protection, and bring water. Unfortunately, the closest bathroom is on the next property at Rose Hills.
The leader, Donna Bray, will meet you at this location at 8:00 a.m. To carpool, meet Carolyn Vance at the south end of the El Dorado branch Library parking lot (on Studebaker Rd., just south of Spring St., Long Beach) at 7:30 a.m. Directions: From the Library, take the 605 Fwy. northbound. Exit on Beverly Blvd., turning left on Beverly, then left on Workman Mill Road. Turn into the driveway just before the Rose Hills Gate (#14, I believe). It looks like a private residence driveway, but is actually the ranger’s residence.
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Field Trip Thursday April 22 8:15AM |
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Written by Elias
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Wednesday, 17 March 2010 03:13 |
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Oak Canyon
Anaheim
Thursday April 22nd, 8:15 a.m.
Consisting of 58 acres of natural park nestled in the Anaheim Hills, it has a year-round stream and one of the few remaining areas of oak woodland and coastal sage scrub. This Park is truly a hidden gem.To carpool, meet at the south end of the El Dorado branch Library parking lot (on Studebaker Rd., just south of Spring St., Long Beach) at 8:00 a.m. or at the Park at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 22nd. Remember to bring binoculars, field guides, a hat, snacks and water.
Directions: Take the 22 Fwy east to the 55 Fwy, north, to the 91 Fwy, east. Exit Imperial Hwy., south. Turn left at Nohl Ranch Rd. and follow it to the Nature Center parking lot at 6700 E. Walnut Canyon Rd. (Thomas guide page 770, J-4).
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March Weekday Field Trip (March 18th) |
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Written by Elias
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Wednesday, 03 March 2010 20:20 |
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Weekday Field Trip
Thursday, March 18th, 9:00a.m.
Golden Shore Marine Reserve
by Carolyn Vance
Last year’s trip in last April was great, but not enough shore birds. We’re going to try for them this month. This little-known place is where the L.A. River joins the Pacific Ocean. There are also some wonderful trees the line the parking lot of the businesses there that produces some wonderful birds last year.
Meet at the south end of the El Dorado branch Library (on Studebaker Rd. just south of Spring St., Long Beach) on Thursday, March 18th at 9:00 a.m. to carpool or at the metered (quarters needed) parking lot at the entrance of the Reserve at 9:30 a.m. Remember to bring binoculars, a hat, field guide, water and snacks and a spotting scope if you have one. It is an easy walk on pavement. If you have any questions, call me, Carolyn Vance, at 562-594-7589.
Directions (from meeting place): Take Ocean Blvd. east through downtown Long Beach almost to the 710 Fwy just east of the L.A. River. Turn left (south – the Hilton Hotel is on the corner), go over a slight rise. The Reserve is right next to a RV Park and there is a sign on the right hand side for parking. If you pass the Chancellor’s office you’ve gone too far. (Thomas Guide page 825, C-1) |
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