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In and along San Gregorio Creek, ten newly installed pieces of large wood settle in to perform their intended function — increasing habitat complexity in the creek and creating a healthier environment for native fish species.

Recently, Midpen approved the acquisition of a property that supports the critical connection between two of the highest peaks in the Santa Cruz Mountains: Mount Umunhum and Loma Prieta.

The rainy season gives a green gateway into connecting with nature through ferns. Like emerald-colored lace, these primitive plants soften the understory beneath the canopy of shrubs and trees, creating habitat while transf

Crews have been working on a shaded fuel break along the Chamise Trail in Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve, a proactive measure aimed at reducing wildfire risk for the nearby community of Los Altos Hills.

The David C. Daniels Nature Center is open on a few more weekend days, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., with its final day on Sunday, November 16 before it closes for the season.

With rainy season on the way, the annual migration of California and rough-skinned newts begins, including a perilous journey across Alma Bridge Road.

CAL FIRE’s vision of a 19-mile fuel break around La Honda is becoming a reality. The project, led by the San Mateo Resource Conservation District, requires partnering with 21 landowners.  

Midpen recently held an event to name of a future trail in Midpen’s Miramontes Ridge Open Space Preserve in honor of local conservation advocate, Lennie Roberts.  

What if a hike could teach you about endangered birds, climate change, and the power of restoration—all through a fast-paced game? At Ravenswood Preserve, nonprofit Saved By Nature turned play into purpose, reflection and a deeper bond between people and place.

Midpen is creating a plan to restore healthy, resilient and mature forests; improve watershed health; enhance wildlife habitat and carbon storage; and increase resilience to fire, disease and climate change in La Honda Creek Open Space Preserve.