Tag: Nature
Small wonders of nature are a hiker’s best friend
Robert Hudson WestoverSpecial to Valley NewsWhen looking at the Hope Diamond for the first time, visitors are not often impressed by its size –...
Chrystie Murphy shares wildflower photos with Anza Valley
Wildflowers occur year-round in Southern California. A local professional photographer has made these wonders of nature one of the focal points for her ongoing...
Woman befriends lizard
Anza resident Stephanie Rollain is well-known for her passion for nature, and local wildlife in particular. She is kind to every bug and rodent...
Horned owls thrive in the Anza Valley
As dusk descends on the Anza Valley, insistent “woo, who” can be heard echoing through the still air. These are the haunting calls of...
How families can give back to their communities together
TEMECULA – Strong communities are built by strong people who recognize the importance of giving back. Children recognize when their parents give back to...
Crane flies appear once again in Anza
April is the month that the often misunderstood crane flies return to the Anza Valley, inadvertently harassing residents with their bumbling, persistent presence.Crane flies...
Temecula opens Winchester Creek Park’s new playground with virtual celebration
TEMECULA ─ The city of Temecula held a virtual reopening ceremony for the newly renovated playground at Winchester Creek Park, 39950 Margarita Road, Wednesday,...
Connecting children to nature is good for both
OCHOPEE, Fla. – Plenty of older Americans hold fond childhood memories of climbing trees, catching frogs and engaging in endless hours of tag or...
Horned Owls hoot in Anza Valley
As dusk descends on the Anza Valley, insistent “whhooo, whooos!” can be heard echoing through the still air. These are the haunting calls of...