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Richardson Bay About Us

Read the latest news from Richardson Bay and ��Ĵ�ý California.

Richardson Bay ��Ĵ�ý Center and Sanctuary News

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Snags Are Rad! Why Dead Trees Are Worth Keeping

June 21, 2023 — Trees without foliage may be unsightly, but they are critical components of the ecosystem.

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Creature Feature: Red Knot

June 21, 2023 — A highlight of the first-ever species detected by our Motus Wildlife Tracking system.

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A Sanctuary for Birds and People

June 21, 2023 — Read our Community Conservation Fellow's reflection on her capstone project and time at Richardson Bay Center & Sanctuary.

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In Full Bloom: Richardson Bay Blossoming with Promise

April 27, 2023 — This time of abundance and rich life is well-deserved and worthy of appreciating in all its glory.

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The Lyford House in its original location on Strawberry Point.

The Fight to Save Richardson Bay

April 27, 2023 — The inspirational story of how dedicated community members and conservationists joined together to preserve habitat for wildlife.

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Superbloom Season: What's Blooming at the Center and Beyond

April 27, 2023 — Historic rain showers brought plenty of flowers this spring— millions, to be precise.

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Yellow-faced bumble bee on flowering lupine.

Creature Feature: Yellow-faced Bumble Bee

April 26, 2023 — These pollinators may be small, but they are bee-yond important to the ecosystem.

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Balancing Act: Flux of Nature Ever-Visible at Richardson Bay

February 21, 2023 — As the Bay teems with life, observing interactions between species is almost effortless.

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Reflections From a Youth Leader: The Power of Empathy

February 21, 2023 — A former camp counselor and ��Ĵ�ý Youth Leader's meditation on the gravity of her time at Richardson Bay and what it means to her today.

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Pursuing Compatibility During Conflict: Living Alongside Urban Coyotes

February 21, 2023 — Coyotes play a crucial role in California's ecosystems, and despite growing tensions with these wild animals, it is in our favor — and theirs — to learn to live with them instead of eliminating them.

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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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A Landmark Year for the Salton Sea and Desert Program

December 18, 2025 — A year worth celebrating, from launching our community leadership program to new habitat protections.

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Traversing the State to Unite Our Chapter Flock

December 17, 2025 — A year of travels across California to learn about our incredible chapter network

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A Year of Growth and Gratitude at Debs Park: 2025 Reflections

December 16, 2025

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��Ĵ�ý Conservation Ranching in California Takes Flight: 2025 Year in Review

December 13, 2025 — Alongside ranchers, chefs, restoration leaders, and bird lovers, we’re growing bird-friendly working lands through community engagement and stewardship.

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