DIAMOND SPRINGS, Calif. (KTXL) – Wildlife rescuers in Diamond Springs are in need of more volunteers to keep up with an increase in the number of injured animals they’re receiving, especially songbirds.
For a nature-inspired challenge in this region, we’ve put together a treasure hunt that’s fun for all ages. Take your time as you explore. Awe-inspiring mysteries of the natural world are everywhere, and connecting with them can clear your mind, improve your mental health and lift your mood. While all 10 natural wonders can be seen with the naked eye, a pair of binoculars will enhance your experience. You can find many of them throughout the Sacramento region, but if you’re looking for a place to start, Ancil Hoffman Park in Carmichael has all except a rookery.
This year, we are excited to have many partners joining us to host California Biodiversity Day events from September 5 to September 13. Please check out the events below to see how you can participate in celebrating California Biodiversity Day 2020!
Chinook salmon — crucial to California’s fishing industry — return to Rancho Cordova’s Nimbus Fish Hatchery.
This type of bird usually nests in grassland areas, so the American River Parkway is perfect, but somehow she got confused and flew over the levee to this field to nest in artificial turf.
The protected bird is now literally protected not only by its mate but by an 80-foot perimeter for the next two weeks at least.
In autumn, color returns and temperatures fall to make the walk enjoyable. A couple of picnic tables along the way were a welcome site in summer and oak trees provided needed shade. Ticks, snakes and poison oak are all possible threats. In October, warnings of mountain lion sightings were posted at the trail's ends.
http://www.auburnjournal.com/article/11/30/18/monroe-ridge-trail
The measure, Proposition 3, has divided the environmental community and drawn criticism from local newspapers, who say it would benefit wealthy farmers and agribusiness. From a San Francisco Chronicle editorial:
This scheme was devised as an initiative that is being funded, in part, by individuals and entities that are going to be receiving a share of the bond money. The pay-to-play aspect in itself should give voters ample reason to reject Prop. 3.
The measure has broad support from such diverse groups as National Wildlife Federation, California Chamber of Commerce, the Planning and Conservation League, Agricultural Council of California, Community Water Center and hundreds of others. Locally, the American River Parkway Foundation, American River Conservancy, Sacramento Area Flood Control Agency and the Sacramento Urban Streams Council also urge voters to support Proposition 3.
https://www.sacbee.com/opinion/op-ed/soapbox/article219081685.html
In conjunction with the Sierra Nevada Conservancy and California Coastal Cleanup Day, the American River Conservancy is looking for volunteers to help clean up one of California’s major watersheds on Saturday, Sept. 15.
https://www.mtdemocrat.com/news/volunteers-needed-for-10th-annual-river-cleanup/
Lake Tahoe area, Yosemite National Park see warmer overnight temperatures
https://www.kcra.com/article/how-is-a-changing-climate-affecting-californias-way-of-life/22554642
