In our never-ending battle against invasive species, chainsaws are a most important tool. But the safety of our staff and volunteers always takes precedent. So...
It’s summertime and the heat is on. As I write this, the temperature in Escondido is 98°F and San Diego County is experiencing a major...
Students who participate in outdoor education perform better in school and on standardized tests in math, English, science, and social studies. Some states have begun...
With schools closed due to the current health crisis, we know lots of parents are looking for educational activities for their children. We're here to...
MYTH: Killing coyotes helps reduce their population. Incorrect. In reality, coyotes are able to offset population loss through a variety of adaptations. When someone kills one...
Rainbow trout that Escondido students have raised in their classroom through a hands-on program supported by the Escondido Creek Conservancy (Conservancy) were released this month—though...
Do you love nature? If so, chances are that it’s because you were exposed to the outdoors at an early age. While we may remember...
Water quality can be a difficult subject for children to wrap their heads around. It may seem abstract trying to understand how parameters like pH,...
The word “panic” comes from the Greek word panikos, which originates from the Greek god of the wild, Pan. Ancient Greeks, frightened by beastly noises...
