The plants found in our region have adapted to our climate, rainfall, slope, wildfire, and more. Laurel Sumac uses the shade of its own leaves (through a taco-shape) to reduce the surface area hit by the sun’s rays. The shade allows the plants to stay cooler and therefore retain more water instead of evaporating it through the stomata.
Today we testified before the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to support the proposed Safety Element–in partnership with Endangered Habitats League. The new language prioritizes community safety. The policies do not stop all new construction in fire zones, but only those projects which leapfrog beyond the current limit. This language was a balanced approach.
GREAT NEWS! A brand new species has been found in the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. It is in the same family as the California Poppy—the state flower (Eschscholzia californica)—but due to its white appearance it is called the “Ghost Poppy.” Its scientific name is Eschscholzia albinicus. Since this is such a rare find, if you do see it please be sure to photograph it, document your location, and report it on iNaturalist. It’s a day to celebrate–April Fool’s!
Spring 2022 Newsletter (925KB PDF) Highlights: Saving Coal Canyon (Again) Park Grows Again Brea 265 Dispatch Phone Numbers Esperanza Hills Update Fire Damage Repair
Recently we’ve been fielding calls from concerned park visitors about violations occurring in the State Park. If you see something in Chino Hills State Park that violates the rules, causes harm to the park or its resources, or is of concern… you should report it to one of these two rangers: Ranger Ken Gordon (951) 503-3347 Ranger Chad Adriano (951) 933-6354