Parks Day One of Big Basin’s new era We visited Big Basin Redwoods State Park on the day it reopened to the public following the 2020 fires. Eager park staffers welcomed us, along with a forest dramatically changed by fire but bouncing back quickly. Mystery The primeval redwoods forests of Humboldt County would seem to be the first place you’d expect to encounter a mythical creature. Sure enough, more Sasquatch sightings have been reported there than in any California county. Action Raise your voice to support the Save Our Sequoias Act We’ve lost nearly 20% of the world’s oldest and largest giant sequoias in the last few years. That’s why it’s so important to pass the Save Our Sequoias Act, which will speed emergency action to save these natural treasures. Please take a moment to ask your representative to support this vital legislation. Unveiling New Pioneer’s Cabin Tree display at Calaveras Big Trees State Park The League recently joined California State Parks and Calaveras Big Trees Association to unveil a new interpretive exhibit about the Pioneer’s Cabin Tree, which toppled in 2017. It reveals a fascinating history of fires, drought, and injuries, but also a story of healing and resilience. Research Programs protecting endangered marbled murrelets from predators A League-supported study finds that programs help protect threatened marbled murrelets from predatory Steller’s jays. The programs include teaching the public to keep picnic areas in the redwoods free of food crumbs that attract the jays.
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