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Remembering Dr. Sandy DeSimone
April 17, 2026 — From mentoring PhD students to inspiring children learning about the canyon’s owls and imperiled habitats, Sandy’s 30 years of commitment to Starr Ranch and passion for conservation left an incredible legacy of impact.
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Ä¢¹½Av California’s Camila Bautista Appointed to Salton Sea Conservancy Board
April 13, 2026 — As the Habitat Representative for the conservancy board, our Salton Sea & Deserts Program Manager will champion conservation and public access at the Sea for birds and local communities
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Protecting Birds in a Changing Ocean: How California Marine IBAs Can Guide Ocean Planning
April 02, 2026 — California’s Marine Important Bird Areas provide highly productive habitat for a diversity of seabirds.Understanding how birds use these protected ocean patches can also help steer conservation efforts.
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A Look Back for Ä¢¹½Av California's 30-Year Anniversary
April 02, 2026 — Celebrating a Long History of Conservation Milestones in California
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Ä¢¹½Av California’s 2026 State Legislative Priorities
April 02, 2026 — How Ä¢¹½Av California’s 2026 priorities help protect the water and habitat birds need, support safe water for communities, expand access to nature for all, and celebrate the 50th anniversary of the California Coastal Act.
CALIFORNIA Policy & Advocacy
The 2026 Salton Sea Leadership Program!
March 15, 2026 — Get to know this year’s cohort, building community and leadership around e Sea
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Congrats to the California Chapter Recipients of 2026 Ä¢¹½Av in Action and Collaborative Grants
February 21, 2026 — Explore how California chapters are advancing Ä¢¹½Av’s strategic priorities across the state.
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A Year In: Chuckwalla National Monument’s Anniversary
January 14, 2026 — Reflecting on a milestone for birds, community, and our public lands
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Trading Screens for Oak Woodlands and Grasslands
January 12, 2026 — A field day with legislative staff, deepening appreciation for oak woodlands and grasslands—and learning how Capitol decisions shape working lands.
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California’s Geospatial Science in Action
December 18, 2025 — How our mapping, research, and advocacy help bring restoration planning to life.
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