Environment Archives - Ladera Ranch News

The Early Years

by Newspaper Editor | Apr 22, 2020 | Community, Environment, News, Outdoors, Real Estate

Rancho Santa Margarita began to take shape in 1985 when the Rancho Santa Margarita Company broke ground on the five-thousand-acre project that occupied the northernmost corner of the area which is now known as the Marine Corps Base Camp, Pendleton. Although the actual...

New one-way direction on Oso Creek Lake Loop Trail designed to help patrons maintain social distancing

by Newspaper Editor | Apr 14, 2020 | Community, Environment, Health, Outdoors

For the health and safety of the community, the City of Mission Viejo is taking steps along the Oso Creek Lake Loop Trail to implement one-way direction starting April 1. The temporary one-way “clockwise” direction for all bikers, hikers and walkers will be in effect...

BIG BEAR’S FAMOUS BALD EAGLES AND PUBLIC SAFETY THREATENED BY PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT

by Newspaper Editor | Oct 18, 2019 | animals, Community, Environment, Nature

According to the Final Environmental Impact Report submitted to the County of San Bernardino, a proposal for 50 luxury house sites with new roads, a huge private marina and parking area only ½ mile from Big Bear Valley’s only bald eagle nest would have significant...

With Two Harley Rouda Amendments, House Passes Coastal and Marine Economies Protection Act

by Newspaper Editor | Sep 19, 2019 | Community, Environment, Outdoors

U.S. Congressman Rep. Harley Rouda (CA-48) voted to pass H.R. 1941, a bill that bans new drilling off the Pacific and Atlantic Coasts and Straits of Florida. The bill passed with two amendments authored by Congressman Rouda. Said Rouda, “California is home to more...

Volunteers Needed to Restore Rare Sequoia Habitat

by Newspaper Editor | Aug 23, 2019 | Community, Environment, Nature, Outdoors, Volunteer

Nature Corps, a nonprofit volunteer , is scheduling a voluntour for September 20-22 to restore Sequoia’s Round Meadow. This stunning meadow is surrounded by giant sequoias making it one of the most rare habitat on planet earth.The weekend outing offers volunteers a...

Big taste in half the space: Tips to garden great in small areas

by Newspaper Editor | Jun 7, 2019 | Environment, Food, Gardening, Health, Home & Garden

When it comes to cooking and eating the freshest vegetables and herbs, we recommend growing your own. Make the most of your harvest this year by selecting plants that will thrive in your space. Container gardening is a great option, perfect for those who want to plant...