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What to do if you encounter a mountain lion

The mountain lion, also known as cougar or puma (Puma concolor), is the fourth largest wild cat in the world, surpassed only by the tiger, lion, and jaguar. Source of this article: The Winter 2023 Newsletter from the Ojai Valley Land Conservancy These magnificent animals can run at speeds of Read more…

By Steve, 2 years ago
Conejo Valley

COSCA chief charged up about proliferation of e-bikes in Conejo Open Space

Most e-bikes are not allowed in open space Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, February 24, 2023 Driven by concerns over the potential for injury and damage to trails, the Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency is trying to get the word out about which electric bikes are allowed Read more…

By Steve, 2 yearsFebruary 24, 2023 ago
Western black-legged tick, Ixodes pacificus. From left: nymph, adult male, adult female.
California

A gross side effect from California’s extra wet winter: More disease-carrying ticks this spring

Northwest California remains a hot spot for ticks carrying disease, and tick season could be even worse this year after the state’s extremely wet winter. In Southern California, the risk from ticks remains extremely low. Source of this article: The Los Angeles Times, February 11, 2023 Woodland and beach regions Read more…

By Steve, 2 years ago
Los Angeles

3 Coyotes attack leashed mastiff in Glendora

City will provide funding to trap and euthanize the animals. Source of this article: The Los Angeles Times, January 26, 2017 The city of Glendora will provide funds for the trapping and euthanization of three coyotes that attacked a leashed dog in a housing development tract this week, city officials Read more…

By Steve, 8 yearsJanuary 26, 2017 ago
California State Parks

Respecting the force of Mother Nature

Commentary: When the rains come Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, January 26, 2017 Risk is a fact of life for outdoors enthusiasts, and smart people know they should always weigh the pros and cons when they venture into the wild. In Southern California this winter—with an onslaught Read more…

By Steve, 8 yearsJanuary 26, 2017 ago
California State Parks

Know your trail etiquette?

Common sense is the rule of the off-road Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, June 25, 2015 With hundreds of miles of walking, cycling and equestrian paths, the Santa Monica Mountains and Ventura County backcountry are a magnet for people who enjoy the outdoors. But the trails can Read more…

By Steve, 10 yearsJune 25, 2015 ago
California

Hiker dies, 1 injured after cliff collapses at Point Reyes National Seashore

One hiker was killed and another injured after the cliff at the Arch Rock overlook at Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County collapsed into the shoreline 70 feet below, officials said Sunday. Source of this article: The Los Angeles Times, March 23, 2015 A photo released by the National Read more…

By Steve, 10 yearsMarch 23, 2015 ago
California State Parks

Scouting the trails of newly re-opened Pt Mugu State Park

Here is what I found when I rode all the multi-use trails a few days after Pt Mugu State Park re-opened on January 30th. The park had been closed since mid-December when heavy rains brought mudslides to the fire-denuded park. During the closure, heavy equipment was used to clear up Read more…

By Steve, 10 yearsFebruary 4, 2015 ago
California State Parks

Rindge Dam closes to the public

Rindge Dam on Malibu Creek will be closed to the public starting Aug. 21. Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, August 21, 2014 California State Parks officials say the 88-year-old dam is being closed for a variety of reasons related to public safety and protection of the environment. Read more…

By Steve, 11 yearsAugust 21, 2014 ago
Health and Safety

Arcadia firefighter likely died in fall from cliff, coroner says

Medical examiner’s office says injuries to body are consistent with cliff accident. Source of this article: The Los Angeles Times, July 2, 1014 Mike Herdman, an off-duty Arcadia firefighter whose body was found in Los Padres National Forest after a nearly two-week search, died after falling from a cliff, the Read more…

By Steve, 11 yearsJuly 2, 2014 ago

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