In the past 121 years every February has seen at least some rainfall. This year (2020) we experienced the first dry February since 1899. Because of this (and other factors), the vernal pool grasslands have stayed significantly dry and the
By Saige White If you’ve lived in California’s Central Valley for at least a few years, you may have heard the term, ‘vernal pool’. Not known to many, California’s vernal pools are a rare type of wetland that exist in
Many of us know the saying, “Leaves of three, leave them be.” When we learned that phrase, we also learned of the terrible things that can happen if you don’t leave poison oak (Toxicodendron diversilobum) be; rashes, blisters, and easy
As we wrap up another great year at Cosumnes River Preserve, we plan for another season of restoration projects and recreation programs. Our key to achieving what we do every year at the Preserve is the cooperative effort from our
The Galt Winter Bird Festivals sunrise photography tour still has spaces available. This tour is kept to a small group, on a small bus that will have guided access to closed areas of the Preserve. It will be focusing on
