Will the Herons Return to Nest?

Will the Herons Return to Nest?

By Linda Sheppard For many years, Great Blue Herons, Great Egrets and Double Crested Cormorants have been nesting in three eucalyptus trees at the Ellis Creek Water Recycling Plant. The nesting area is not visible to the public from the Ellis Creek trails because the...
Interactive Wetlands Education

Interactive Wetlands Education

By Gail Abrams Interactive Wetlands Education The PWA Cornerstone Program Did you know that most of our grants and contributions express a desire to support our 3rd Grade Wetlands Education Program? It is really through these early habitat experiences that nature...
Winter Wonders at Shollenberger Park

Winter Wonders at Shollenberger Park

As winter settles in, Shollenberger Park in Petaluma, California, becomes a true sanctuary for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts. This serene wetland, bordered by the Petaluma River and a vibrant mosaic of salt marshes, is a hidden gem that comes alive in the winter...
“Oonk-a-lunk” American Bittern

“Oonk-a-lunk” American Bittern

Walking through Shollenberger the other day, I had an unexpected encounter with one of nature’s most elusive creatures – the American Bittern. I was alerted to its presence by its strange, guttural call. It is a deep, resonant “oonk-a-lunk” like a...
Look What People Are Saying About Our Field Guide!

Look What People Are Saying About Our Field Guide!

Petaluma Wetlands Field Guide Endorsements — The Petaluma Wetlands Field Guide is a ‘must have’ for both the serious and casual nature lover, as well as for those interested in the history, preservation and natural setting of our Petaluma Watershed. As the...

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