Oct-Dec 2003
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East Bay Parks Feature
by Gordy Slack
It's almost impossible to imagine the California landscape without oak woodlands. But this most familiar and prolific habitat faces a number of serious threats, including unchecked suburban development and Sudden Oak Death. Fortunately, many parks in the Bay Area, including those of the East Bay Regional Parks, offer welcome refuge for a variety of oak woodlands.
From the Oct-Dec 2003 issue
Published October 01, 2003
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In the 40 years since the movement to save San Francisco Bay began, we have moved from desperately fending off more bay fill projects to proactively restoring thousands of acres of shoreline wetlands. Yet how healthy is the Bay that we are saving? What are the factors that affect the health of the Bay and what are we doing about them?
Special Section
in the Oct-Dec 2003 issue
Published October 01, 2003
On the Trail
by David Weintraub
This former home of Italian winemakers, a '70s commune, and a recluse named Indian Joe saw its share of history before being acquired by the Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District. Now it boasts its fair share of easily accessible geological anomalies, diverse wildlife, and spectacular views.
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Published October 01, 2003
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Letter from the Publisher
by David Loeb
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Published October 01, 2003
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First Person
by David Weintraub
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Published October 01, 2003
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Twelve new books to help you explore, understand, and enjoy the natural world of Northern California.
From the Oct-Dec 2003 issue
by Leah Messinger
Native plants, sandhill cranes, monarch butterflies, Crystal Springs Reservoir, and more...
From the Oct-Dec 2003 issue