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Climate Change Effects on Our Watershed

“Lectures CAN be fun”, joked Professor Jim Danza in front of about 300 in attendance at the Oxnard College Performing Arts Center.  His OC Live program, “Mud and Dust: Our Climate Future, lived up to the promise.  Mr. Danza, Friends of the Santa Clara River Chair, is also a Professor of Environmental Science and Geography,… Continue reading Climate Change Effects on Our Watershed

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Placerita Canyon Nature Center’s Annual Open House

The Placerita Canyon Nature Center’s Annual Open House drew hundreds of adults and children this May 11, 2019. Nestled in the San Gabriel Mountains along the Santa Clarita Valley’s southern boundary the public shared another wonderful day and enriching experience. As always, FSCR’s booth had large educational displays; including maps of the Santa Clara River… Continue reading Placerita Canyon Nature Center’s Annual Open House

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Schools to Explore River and Coast

Friends of the Santa Clara River (FSCR) won a $40,000 grant to bring Ventura County school students to the River and coast under the outdoor education program titled Santa Clara River Scholars.  The program will serve over 2,000 students in underserved communities from five elementary and middle schools in the River corridor over three academic… Continue reading Schools to Explore River and Coast