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Residents of the Contra Costa County are fortunate enough to live close to Mount Diablo, many even able to see it from home. Countless people have enjoyed the hundreds of…

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA—In February, the East Bay Regional Park District was granted $7 million from the California Coastal Conservancy for the purchase of the $11.4 million 768-acre Finley Road…

Looking for your next adventure? Trek through the rolling hills of Black Diamond preserve on Lougher Loop. This loop is great for running, dog walking, looking for spring flowers, mountain…

“We so often forget that we are nature too; both humanity and all of our powerful creations. We eat, drink, and breathe just the same as any other life form…

If you are a regular visitor to Mount Diablo, it is likely that you have entered the park at some point via Mitchell Canyon. If so, you know that the…

Stewardship Update Written by Haley Sutton, Land Stewardship Associate Storm Patrol Written by Sean Burke, Land Programs Director Stewardship staff has been busy monitoring storm damage and responding to neighbor…

Soaring over mountains, deserts, and forests, the California condor’s 10-foot wingspan means it can fly hundreds of miles in a day—even the length of the entire Diablo Range. Before it…

Interviewed by Haley Sutton, Land Stewardship Associate Meet Stewart How long have you lived in the Bay Area? All my life, minus a few years for college: 45 years. How…

Thank You to the Three Councilmembers Who Voted with Their Constituents We have achieved another HUGE victory! In a three-to-two vote, the Concord City Council dropped Seeno/Discovery Builders as Master…

If you’re looking for a good spot for your next post-rain hike or mountain-biking trip, then you’ve come to the right place. The rain has subsided for now, and the…