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9 North Bay spots to see whales on northward migration
Plus, tips from the experts on what to look for in the ocean waters. → Read More
California’s hidden superbloom is coming to a forest near you
Take your mom out for a walk among these gorgeous blooms on Mother’s Day. → Read More
Where to see giant redwoods in Sonoma County
Here are the stories of four of the oldest trees in the area. → Read More
How wild animals survive the winter in Sonoma County
Unlike us, wild animals have a variety of techniques to survive winter weather. → Read More
Tips to enjoy winter walks in Sonoma County
Here's how to enjoy nature in Sonoma County, even when the skies are gray and the ground is wet. → Read More
Sonoma County organizations become haven for abandoned, injured exotic animals
Lyon Ranch and Petaluma-based Classroom Safari care for exotic animals that have been abandoned, injured or seized. → Read More
Are atmospheric rivers the reason for Northern California's extreme weather?
Scientists are flying into moisture-laded atmospheric currents in hopes of better predicting extreme rainfall. → Read More
Kayak trips offer chance to see bioluminescence on Tomales Bay
Guided kayak tours take adventurers out in search of the tiny sea creatures who put on an eerie natural light show. → Read More
Kayak trips offer chance to see bioluminescence on Tomales Bay
Guided kayak tours take adventurers out in search of the tiny sea creatures who put on an eerie natural light show. → Read More
Sonoma and Butte counties see natural lessons in wake of megafires
California’s landscape evolved with frequent fires. Those periodic burns will be needed if we are to make our state more resilient in the face of more catastrophic blazes. → Read More
Science probes how fires start, spread, move
Very few people react to the white heat and choking smoke of wildfire by driving toward it. Those that do, do so with respect, and hard-earned knowledge about what wildfire is, and how it moves. → Read More
Sonoma County volunteers reunite cats with their owners after Tubbs fire
Sonoma & Napa Fires Pet Rescue and Reunification have rescued at least 300 pets lost in the 2017 wildfires. → Read More
How non-native species are disrupting Sonoma County’s valuable ecosystem
Stopping unwelcome waves of invasive plant and animal species is a full-time job for a handful of California agencies, particularly in places with a lot of agriculture at stake, like Wine Country. → Read More
How to avoid and protect mountain lions in Sonoma County
Mountain lions are, without question, wild predators, but their habits are often misunderstood. → Read More
Where to see the most beautiful butterflies in Sonoma County
Butterfly numbers have been declining worldwide — all the more reason to appreciate a rural, protected sanctuary where butterflies are thriving. → Read More
Sonoma Valley’s La Luz: bridging a spectrum of needs
The La Luz Center is a lifeline and resource hub for low-income residents and disadvantaged families in the valley’s Latino community, many of whom are not comfortable asking for help. → Read More
All about acorns: The rich regional history, and the recent revival
The acorn was the original California cuisine, a reliable, nutritious staple on every menu that literally grew on trees. Now it’s making a comeback. → Read More
How an Occidental nonprofit is helping save the family farm
On an 80-acre wooded reserve in west Sonoma County a nonprofit is exploring and showcasing processes that small farmers everywhere can use to safeguard their future harvests. → Read More
Scientists discover Sonoma County earthquake fault connected to Hayward fault
Geologists say it’s not a question of if, but when Sonoma County will get a high magnitude earthquake from at least one of two major faults. Here's how to prepare and what to expect. → Read More
Five hidden secrets on Sonoma Coast’s Kortum Trail
Hidden in plain sight along the blufftop trail are several amazing wonders, secrets to all but a few. See if you can spot them. → Read More