
California Wildlife Photo Winners July-August 2025 Winged wonder and Sealife – Up-close and personal
California’s wildlife diversity never fails to impress. These four winning images are testament to that.

California’s wildlife diversity never fails to impress. These four winning images are testament to that.

New field guide for Big Bear Lake birding enthuisasts

When people ask, “What is there to do in Visalia?” Follow me down the road to all the amazing explorations.

Walking among giants! From the Discovery Tree stump (once home to a bowling alley!) to The Twins, the rugged Old Bachelor, and the legendary Father of the Forest — Calaveras Big Trees State Park is a living cathedral of Giant Sequoias worth every step of a visit.

Rare bird sightings are always exciting and especially when it’s in your own native garden.

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As the summer continues and days get hotter, water in lakes and streams warms, potentially triggering algae blooms. While algae is an integral part of all water ecosystems, some algae blooms, especially those with cyanobacteria species mixed in, can present a danger to humans and pets.

Open space, hiking trails, and wildlife can be enjoyed at this Sequoia Riverlands Trust property

So many amazing photos in the May-June submission period. It was a touch decision.

A once in a lifetime experience to explore an ancient marble cave. known for its impressive formations, including stalactites and stalagmites, and is a popular destination for visitors to the park.
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