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Wildfire in the Bay Area: Are We at Risk of a Megafire like L.A.’s?
July 8, 2025
Statewide, megafires are a powerful reminder of how quickly disasters can put our families, homes, ecosystems, and communities at risk.
Posted on By Vickie Rozell
Bay Area Wildfire Preparedness: What You Need to Know
July 7, 2025
Here are our expert tips for Bay Area wildfire preparedness in Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, and San Mateo Counties.
Posted on By Vickie Rozell
Bessst Practices for Hiking in Rattlesnake Country
Rattlesnakes deserve a fair shake. Armed with a little knowledge, safely hiking in rattlesnake country is really no sweat.
Posted on By Hannah Eugster
The Story of An Old-Growth Redwood
June 21, 2025
This is the story of Methuselah, one of the oldest living redwoods on the Peninsula. Take a trip through time and hear the stories it has to tell.
Posted on By Susie Petrie

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