Jul-Sep 2003
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Feature
by John Hart
Of course the Marin Headlands--a favorite destination for hikers, bicyclers, birdwatchers, wildflower enthusiasts, and beachgoers--is protected open space. What else could it be? Would you believe...a city of 30,000? It almost was. But thanks to some determined citizens and a little bit of luck, one half of the Golden Gate will remain wild forever.
From the Jul-Sep 2003 issue
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Photo by Jeff Caton.
East Bay Parks Feature
by Gordy Slack
Lakes aren't a natural feature of the coast range landscape. But since cities need places to store drinking water, we drowned some valleys for reservoirs. While precious creek habitat was lost, these man-made lakes now draw bald eagles and other wildlife, as well as thousands of human visitors for swimming, fishing, boating and other summer pastimes.
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On the Trail
by Lisa Zaretsky
Dubbed the cosmic center of the universe by locals, Elkhorn Slough is one of the richest wetlands along the California coast, a magnet for wildlife and humans alike. And the best way to see it all is in a kayak.
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Letter from the Publisher
by David Loeb
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Photo by Nancy Kittle.
First Person
by Christina Russo
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Ask the Naturalist
by Daniel Edelstein
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Ask the Naturalist
by Allen Fish
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by Leah Messinger
Southern resident killer whales, three new books, cage-diving for sharks, Treasure Island, and more...
From the Jul-Sep 2003 issue