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As a resident of our beautiful county, you can help us make a difference in protecting the quality of our waterways. By doing so, you are simultaneously ensuring future generations have healthy watersheds to enjoy. Dispose of Dog Waste: A single gram of dog waste contains 23 million bacteria, viruses and parasites. Always carry a plastic bag with you on walks. Put your pet’s waste in the bag and toss it in the trash. Clean Naturally: There are many effective…Read more →

Located south of Riverside, near Lake Matthews, you can explore the magnificent Harford Springs Reserve. Here, Hikers can traverse over 300 acres of land that sits on a plateau that is about 2,000 feet above sea level. The reserve is home to a diverse range of fauna and flora. From oak and eucalyptus trees to ample amounts of wildlife such as lizards and birds, this is the perfect place to spend a Sunday afternoon exploring. The best part of the…Read more →

With the holiday season in full effect, here are a few reasons why you should consider the following tips for hosting a fun and eco-friendly holiday party. Use reusable dinnerware, glasses, and napkins. Extra point if they’re biodegradable! Skip the craft store supplies for beautiful natural, biodegradable decorations you can find in nature. Gourds, pinecones, leaves, and acorns are examples of natural décor. Squash peels, beet greens and carrot tops can be used to enrich your potting soil. Invest in…Read more →

Thanksgiving Day is right around the corner, and this fall we are feeling extra grateful for the privilege we have of enjoying mother nature at its best. While California is experiencing a historic drought, we cannot help but feel grateful for our watersheds. Especially our healthy watersheds.It is important we work together to keep our watersheds healthy. Watersheds provide us with clean drinkable water to our communities and provide water for growing food, including our delicious Thanksgiving Day food.By becoming…Read more →

National Hiking Day is the perfect excuse to ditch your phone and enjoy the outdoors. Celebrated on November 17th, it is the best way to appreciate nature’s beauty and wonder by exploring the vast hiking trails we have available in Riverside County.Here are some of our favorite hiking spots:-Kabian Park currently offers 1 acre of developed park space and over 600 acres of hiking and equestrian trails through Quail Valley. For more information regarding Kabian Park, click here.-Santa Rosa Plateau…Read more →

Join us in celebrating America Recycles Day on November 15. On this special day, we would like to help us encourage people to reduce littering in our communities. One way of participating is by always keeping in mind the 3 R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.By reducing the single-use products you buy, the less trash you create! Changing small habits, like bringing your own reusable cups to the coffee shop can go a long way. Some grocery stores and coffee shops offer…Read more →

The leaves are starting to turn brown and soon we will begin to feel a chill in the air, which can only mean one thing - Halloween is right around the corner! If you have begun to plan your spooktacular Halloween festivities, let us help you with some sustainable tips for this season. Use items from your existing closet to create your costume. We suggest scrolling through Pinterest for amazing DIY Halloween costume inspiration.Reuse past Halloween decoration. By reusing past…Read more →

Fall is in the air and if you are looking for a fun day trip for the family to enjoy, look no further than Kabain Park. The park that was developed in 1968 was bought with money donated by Madeline Kabian, who wanted to name the park in honor of her deceased son, Roy. Since 1974, the park has been used as a regional wildlife refuge and it is managed by the County Parks Department. The park currently offers 1…Read more →

Want to keep your car running smoothly while simultaneously keeping our waterways clean and healthy? Well, you have come to the right place! Below we will give the tips and tricks you need to give your car maintenance in the most eco-friendly way possible. It is crucial to keep up with regular car maintenance to prevent any leakage of oil, antifreeze or any other fluids. If you detect a leakage or spillage of your car, clean it up quickly. We…Read more →

There are many ways you can help protect our planet, from taking part in a community clean up event to teaching your children to become #WatershedWarriors! There is always an opportunity to help us keep earth clean and healthy for generations to come. Here are some tips on how to make small lifestyle changes that will leave a positive impact for future generations: Dispose Properly: Illegal dumping threatens the visceral beauty of our watersheds and the ecosystem surrounding it. If…Read more →