… our awesome volunteers came together and planted 300 native plants such as yarrow, buckwheat, and milkweed for monarch butterflies. They also removed invasive species that disrupt and take nutrients from native plants in the area. Our state …

… Gold Rush at Malakoff Diggins , hold a newt at Armstrong Redwoods and sit quietly under thousands of clustering monarch butterflies at Natural Bridges . It was through these experiences that I learned of the indelible impression these park … Gold Rush at Malakoff Diggins , hold a newt at Armstrong Redwoods and sit quietly under thousands of clustering monarch butterflies at Natural Bridges . It was through these experiences that I learned of the indelible impression these park …

… key neonicotinoid pesticides from use in most non-agricultural settings. In the 1980s, an estimated 4.5 million monarch butterflies migrated to the coast annually. But in both 2018 and 2019, volunteers counted under 30,000 monarchs —  less … key neonicotinoid pesticides from use in most non-agricultural settings. In the 1980s, an estimated 4.5 million monarch butterflies migrated to the coast annually. But in both 2018 and 2019, volunteers counted under 30,000 monarchs —  less …

… by John Carrillo at Natural Bridges State Beach    Winner: Natural Bridges State Beach (Santa Cruz County) Tidepools, butterflies, and waves — perfect for young adventurers.   Honorable Mentions:   MacKerricher State Park Robert Crown …

…   Last year, volunteers at Los Angeles State Historic Park planted native species to support pollinators like monarch butterflies and bees. To celebrate Earth Day this year, we’re inviting the public to learn about these efforts in a …