Wildflower of the Week by Chick Keller
This week’s flower is called Bahia. Its botanical name used to be Bahia dissecta, but its genus was changed to
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Bird of the Week – The Chipping Sparrow
By Bob Walker The Chipping Sparrow (Spizella passerina) is a medium-sized sparrow that we see in the summertime. Now that
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Featured Volunteer: Rick Wallace
Recognizing Rick Wallace, A PEEC Volunteer By Christa Tyson, PEEC Volunteer Coordinator Rick Wallace is a volunteer who shares his
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Wildflower of the Week by Chick Keller
This week’s flower looks very different from our usual subjects. It is pink with a spike of lacy flowers. These elaborate
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Acorns for Bears
These cute cubs have big appetites! Help feed these cubs by collecting acorns when you are out hiking. Then, drop
Wildflower of the Week by Chick Keller
After a summer full of multi-colored flowers, we’re heading into the season of yellow with a dash of purple. All over
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Wildflower of the Week by Chick Keller
The beautiful sky blue Birdbill Dayflower (Comelina dianthifolia) stands out this week. Its common name is derived from both the
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Bird of the Week – The Canyon Towhee
By Ethan Rickards and Bob Walker Deftly blending into the shrubbery, the Canyon Towhee (Melozone fusca) is unlike other birds
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Bird of the Week – The Lesser Goldfinch
By Ethan Rickards and Bob Walker The Lesser Goldfinch (Spinus psaltria), though small, is quite noticeable. The bright golden hues
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