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A Western Sandpiper looks for food along the shoreline
How changes at the Salton Sea might be fueling the smallest migrants
June 24, 2024 — Our latest study shows how biofilm may be providing the biofuel that migratory shorebirds need
A California Quail perches on top of a small bush in a field. One row of bushes and trees in the foreground is in focus, along with the quail, while other bushes are out of focus or blurred. The scene is a muted brown and orange, with layers of light and
Two California Photographers Honored in 2024 Ä¢¹½Av Photography Awards
June 20, 2024 — Congratulations to Kevin Lohman and Parham Pourahmad
Ä¢¹½Av CA joined Tribal Leaders, Elected Officials, and Residents to Support a Chuckwalla National Monument at DOI Listening Session 
June 14, 2024 — More than 700 supporters attended to urge protection of this unique California desert region for biodiversity, cultural heritage, economic benefits, and more.
Snowy Plover at the Salton Sea Shore
A Shorebird Lover’s Paradise at the Salton Sea
May 29, 2024 — Conducting community science during a glorious spring migration for the Intermountain West Shorebird Survey
Chuckwalla coalition members hike in Painted Canyon
Ä¢¹½Av CA Thanks Secretary Haaland for Visit to Proposed Chuckwalla National Monument
May 21, 2024 — Coalition urged the protection of region's biodiverse desert land for local communities and future generations
Chuckwalla National Monument FAQ
May 20, 2024 — A special place in the California desert
A young boy walks along the beach, with shorebirds and kayakers in the background
CA’s Revised Budget Highlights Critical Need for a Climate Bond
May 20, 2024 — Governor Newsom's May Revise proposed budget wrestles with cuts in important climate and conservation programs
ACR team with Chef Dennis Sydnor in front of the Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival Sign
Bird’s-Eye View from Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival
May 07, 2024
The Chuckwalla National Monument Coalition group photo
Effort to Proclaim Chuckwalla National Monument Accelerates with Announcement of Bicameral Legislation
April 16, 2024 — Ä¢¹½Av and broad coalition of Tribal, community and conservation organizations call for protection of more than 620,000 acres of California desert
Join us in Celebrating Women in Conservation at Ä¢¹½Av California!
March 29, 2024 — Meet some of our passionate team members.