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Wildlife Tracking 4 of 5

Wildlife Tracking 4 of 5

by on December 3, 2024 with No Comments

Be attentive to other clues around you to indicate what animal the track might belong to. For example, is there scat, fur, or feathers near it? How old is the track or animal evidence? How degraded is the track or is it super fresh? Look for clues that give you an idea of species; leading toe, claws/no claws, is there a tail drag mark? There are lot of things to help you determine the animal that made the track… work … Read More

Wildlife Tracking 3 of 5

Wildlife Tracking 3 of 5

by on November 26, 2024 with No Comments

Look for information the track can relay. Direction is easily identified as tracks have a “top” (toes) and “bottom” heel. The animal’s gait (movement pattern) can be identified as well. For example, tracks look different in a lope, trot, gallop, run, and more. Finally, speed can be determined by the integrity of the print (slow = good definition, fast = explosive track).

Wildlife Tracking 2 of 5

Wildlife Tracking 2 of 5

by on November 19, 2024 with No Comments

Getting out early means the tracks are fresh with limited disturbance. Good substrate equates to something that a track impression will hold up well in. For example, slightly wet soil or mud is better than sand, which has limited definition retention of a track. Track signatures are what the animal is known for in a stance or walking pattern. For example, rabbits have a “Y” shape with two front prints and the back two in a straight line down.

Measure PH Backers Hopeful

Measure PH Backers Hopeful

by on November 9, 2024 with No Comments

We continue to watch election returns for the outcome of Measure PH, which establishes a funding stream for the Habitat Authority’s important work. We are cautiously optimistic at this point with just above the needed 66.67% approval, but returns won’t be finalized until December 3rd. Check out the Whittier Daily News article.

Voting 5 of 5

Voting 5 of 5

by on November 5, 2024 with No Comments

As a nonprofit, Hills For Everyone cannot endorse candidates. What we can do is provide a list of values that we have that you might consider when you evaluate potential candidates for office. Does the candidate have a history of park support? How is that documented? Do they publicly support funding park programs and restoration? Where do they stand on the goal to protect 30% of California’s land and waters by 2030? Do they only support “protecting the hills” at … Read More

Voting 4 of 5

Voting 4 of 5

by on October 29, 2024 with No Comments

Having the support of political leaders is a crucial step to ensuring our parklands not only remain protected, but also get the funding they need to support the services they provide, such as camping, interpretive programs, recreation, and more. While we cannot endorse a candidate, we urge you to “Vote your Values” in this election. Find candidates that support the environmental values you hold near and dear to your heart.

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