Author Archives: Steve

Use common sense to avoid rattlesnakes bites on your pets

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Steve

Every year between April and October veterinarians see an influx of rattlesnake bites in Southern California. Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, April 11, 2013 The western diamondback is the most common rattlesnake seen locally. The snake thrives … Continue reading →

Posted in Conejo Valley, Hiking, Rattlesnakes, Santa Monica Mountains, Southern California, Trail Hazard, Ventura County | Leave a comment

U.S. seeks national recreation area status for San Gabriels

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Steve

The plan would improve access and boost security in joint management by the Forest Service and Park Service of the area, which provides 70% of L.A. County’s open space. Source of this article: The Los Angeles Times, April 11, 2013 … Continue reading →

Posted in Activities, Budget and Spending, Federal NPS, Habitat Improvement, Pollution, Santa Monica Mountains, Southern California, US Forest Service, Water Shortage | Leave a comment

Rescued O.C. hikers improving; injured rescuer in serious condition

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Steve

One hiker is likely to stay in hospital ovrr the weekend; other is in intensive care Source of this article: The Los Angeles Times, April 5, 2013 Two hikers who were hospitalized in critical condition after being found in the … Continue reading →

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National Park Service braces for impact of sequestration

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Steve

Volunteer program will take a hit Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, April 4, 2013 Now that the government sequester is officially in effect, some public agencies are feeling the squeeze. Sequestration is the automatic spending cut imposed by … Continue reading →

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Report: NPS generated $26 million for surrounding area last year

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Steve

A new National Park Service report for 2011 shows that the 650,000 visitors to national park lands in the Santa Monica Mountains spent $26 million in the surrounding community. This spending supported 350 local jobs. Source of this article: The … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget and Spending, Calabasas, Conejo Valley, Federal NPS, Malibu, Santa Monica Mountains, Ventura County | Leave a comment

Controversy grows after eucalyptus trees chopped down in rural Agoura

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Steve

Species deemed harmful by NPS Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, March 28, 2013 Gary Haynes strolls on the grounds of Peter Strauss Ranch in rural Agoura about three times a week, enjoying the scenery, wildlife and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Environment, Federal NPS, Fire Hazard, Habitat Improvement, Invasive Species, Santa Monica Mountains | Leave a comment

Conejo Open Space gets hand from volunteers to build trail near Thousand Oaks

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Steve

One of the main access routes from Hill Canyon to the Western Plateau in the  open space between Thousand Oaks and the Santa Rosa Valley received some much  needed attention this past weekend. Source of this article: The Ventura County … Continue reading →

Posted in Conejo Valley, COSCA/CRPD, Trail Building and Repair | Leave a comment

MRCA to purchase 612 acres of Ladyface Mtn for pubic use

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Steve

Source of this article: Zev’s Blog, March 20, 2013 Lovers of the Santa Monica Mountains soon will have 612 acres of new reasons to cherish the wilderness expanse at the edge of one of the world’s largest cities. The Los … Continue reading →

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Lang Ranch park plans taking shape

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Steve

Since completing a series of community outreach meetings in spring 2012, the Conejo Recreation and Park District has further refined its plans for the development of its 124-acre Lang Ranch property, bordered by Erbes Road, Avenida de Los Arboles and … Continue reading →

Posted in Budget and Spending, Conejo Valley, COSCA/CRPD, Hiking, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Trail Access, Trail Building and Repair, Trail Running, Youth Activities | Leave a comment

Agoura, T.O. will partner to promote tourism

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Steve

City of Westlake Village opts out Source of this article: The Thousand Oaks Acorn, February 28, 2013 The Conejo Valley as a tourist destination? That’s the goal of a new partnership between the cities of Agoura Hills and Thousand Oaks … Continue reading →

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