Congratulations to Tamara Napier of Newbury Park who provided the correct answer and was selected as the winner. Thanks to all who entered the contest! This was one of our more difficult contests. Only 30% of the submissions had the correct answer! The Brookview Trail is in the South Ranch Read more…
You could win $25 if you can you identify the trail shown in the photo! The correct answer is provided below along with 3 that are not. To be entered in the drawing to win, you must select the right one. The photo shows just the bottom of a steep, Read more…
Congratulations to Bradley Yocum of Newbury Park who provided the correct answer and was selected as the winner. Thanks to all who entered the contest! The Hidden Valley Overlook Trail is a relatively steep and rocky trail that is part of the Rancho Sierra Vista/Satwiwa trail system of the National Read more…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thousand Oaks, California – January 4, 2021. The Conejo Open Space Foundation (COSF) is launching a new scholarship for Ventura County high-school seniors who will be attending two- or four-year colleges or universities. Starting with the fall 2021 semester, COSF will provide $1,000 continuing scholarships for two Read more…
You could win $25 if you can you identify the trail shown in the photo! The correct answer is provided below along with 3 that are not. To be entered in the drawing to win, you must select the right one. The trail offers terrific views on all sides. Its Read more…
Most trails in our local area don’t respond well to rain. They turn into sticky, slippery muck that binds to everything it touches. It builds up on feet and hooves. It builds up on tires. When mud sticks to things, it leaves the trail with holes, grooves and ridges. These Read more…
Congratulations to Randy Gould of Thousand Oaks who provided the correct answer and was selected as the winner. Thanks to all who entered the contest! The Potrero Ridge Trail stretches from Wendy Drive in Newbury Park west to Via Las Brisas in Dos Vientos. The section in the photo is Read more…
In this edition… Holiday “Wreath Masters” competition : A Few Words from Our President : Newest Native Plant Video : Surprising Stats about Our Popular ‘Where in the Conejo’ Contest : On Set in the Conejo: Janss Western Town : Is Full Recovery Possible for Our Open Spaces After Wildfire? Read more…
You could win $25 if you can you identify the trail shown in the photo! The correct answer is provided below along with 3 that are not. To be entered in the drawing to win, you must select the right one. This week’s trail is in a neighborhood that has Read more…
We’ve all seen prickly pear cactus on sunny, rocky slopes and, hopefully, you haven’t accidentally fallen or backed into their spiny pads. Did you know those sharp spines are not only for defense, but also act as modified leaves? The fruit of the prickly pear cactus is nutritious and good Read more…