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
Poison Oak: the good that’s hard to see
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
Volunteering at the Preserve
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
Photography Tour Behind The Locked Gates
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
Raptor Survey Needs Volunteers
Volunteer Opportunity! Would you like to learn about raptor identification? The Cosumnes River Preserve is looking for volunteers to participate in their Spring/Summer Raptor Surveys beginning in March. No previous experience needed. This is a great way to learn more