Habitat Authority Archives | Page 7 of 12

Henderson Resigns from Authority Board

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 12, 2021 with No Comments

Bob Henderson, founder of the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority and mastermind behind the open space acquisition “tipping fee” for the Puente Hills Landfill, is leaving his post on the Authority’s Board. Having served in the role of Chair for 25 years and two years as a board member, Bob will focus on ensuring the Wildlife Corridor pinch points of the Puente Hills are protected–specifically looking at the Hsi Lai Temple expansion and its impacts. We are eternally grateful for … Read More

Powder Canyon Views

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on March 31, 2021 with No Comments

There are many agencies, groups, and residents working to protect SoCal landscapes and within the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. Today’s shout out goes to our partner on the west side of the hills the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority. Nearly 4,000 acres of land is preserved in the Puente Hills, including the stunning Powder Canyon Preserve featured in this video!

Fires in Puente Hills

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 12, 2020 with No Comments

It appears the reminder needs to be made that fireworks are illegal in all of the communities surrounding the Puente-Chino Hills Wildlife Corridor. This is the second fire for the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority in or near its preserves in just as many weeks. Please do not set off fireworks, they impact wildlife, can easily start fires, and can lead to devastating wildfires. View the KTLA News cast.

Habitat Authority Preserve Hours Change

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on June 1, 2020 with No Comments

Good news for nature enthusiasts… the Puente Hills Habitat Authority’s Preserves are open for a wee bit longer for the summer months. Hours have been set so that wildlife can survive and thrive in the hills.

Some Preserve Trails Reopen

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on May 8, 2020 with No Comments

The Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority opens some trails on Saturday, May 9th. Read the description from the post below about which Preserve trails/parking lots are accessible. Please also remain safe through physical distancing, face masks are required, and no groups. From the Puente Hills Habitat Preservation Authority: The Habitat Authority will be re-opening some trails on Saturday, May 9, 2020. Hellman –Stays closed. Los Angeles City set the precedent with keeping their busy Runyon Canyon closed, and Runyon Canyon’s … Read More