The Real Dirt

Summer is high rattlesnake season for us in California. Classified as a native reptile, the rattlesnake is the only venomous snake in California. At least six species are found in various areas of the state, from below sea level to 11,000 feet.

Given the right conditions, some seemingly mild-mannered plants can become garden thugs, invading entire yards and even moving on to the rest of the neighborhood.

At this time of the year, it is not uncommon for large branches to suddenly drop from oak trees without warning.

To help raise awareness about the declining populations of many pollinating species, in 2017 the US Senate unanimously voted to establish National Pollinator Week.

Nestled on a quiet street in Paradise, California, the Butte County Firesafe Council (BCFSC) is a community-based nonprofit organization which focuses on wildfire safety through a variety of outreach programs on wildfire hazard education, wildfire mitigation, and wildfire recovery.