Goat Grazing in Powder Canyon, La Habra Heights

This year we had goats in Powder Canyon that grazed 30 acres as a part of the Habitat Authority’s efforts for wildfire prevention. This project was funded by the Rivers and Mountains Conservancy Wildfire Grant Prevention Program.

Other fire prevention efforts by the Habitat Authority include a) annual defensible space clearance around the Preserve borders, b) contracted ranger patrols, c) extra clearance of dead trees and weeds along the Puente Hills Preserve border, and emergency access routes, d) goat grazing in Turnbull Canyon, and e) elimination of flashy fuel weeds with habitat restoration of approximately 100 acres. (Most of these actions listed are funded by grants or outside sources.)

Above photo of goats by Debbie Dudley

Goats in Turnbull Canyon

The goats returned to Turnbull Canyon for their second year, and are still chomping away at 36 acres of weeds for wildfire prevention. This project is funded by a grant through the CalFire’s Fire Prevention Program as a part of the California Climate Investments Program.

Hacienda Heights Parade

We were honored to have received the 3^rd Place Award in the Hacienda Heights July 4^th Parade this year. The ranger truck was driven by contracted MRCA Deputy Chief Ranger Kenn Hughes and passengered by Matt Liang, the Habitat Authority Citizens Advisory Committee Chair.

Join Us for a Hike

Our awesome volunteer docents continue to host monthly hikes at various trailheads throughout the Preserve. These hikes are a great way to explore the hills, meet new friends, exercise, get fresh air and maybe learn something new. Sign up at Meetup.com.

Did you know that the Puente Hills Preserve includes Turnbull Canyon, Hacienda Hills, Sycamore Canyon, Hellman Park, Arroyo Pescadero, and Powder Canyon?

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