Radical Plans Threaten Balboa Park’s Historic Integrity
A proposal to build a freeway-style off ramp from the Cabrillo Bridge at San Diego’s Balboa Park is raising more than a few eyebrows among preservationists and park advocates. Even the National Park Service is voicing its concern, stating the development threatens Balboa Park’s status as a National Historic Site. Bruce Coons of the Save Our Heritage Organisation talks about the proposed redesign’s threats to the integrity of one of the nation’s great urban spaces.
Los Angeles County Trails with Jerry Schad
Veteran Southern California outdoor writer and science professor Jerry Schad talks about the newly-revised edition of his book Afoot and Afield In Los Angeles County, and also gives tips on places to go stargazing in Southern California.
Bio Blitz with the San Diego Natural History Museum
Dr. Michael Wall from the San Diego Natural History Museum talks about the museum’s second annual 24-hour Bio Blitz, happening this year at Mission Trails Regional Park.
San Diego Natural History Museum Canyoneers
Cara Furio and Bill Howell from the San Diego Natural History Museum Canyoneers stop by Treehuggers International to talk about the Canyoneers’ mission and history, and the Canyoneers’ ties to their original stomping grounds in San Diego’s Florida Canyon. Tommy also geeks out on oak trees as Cara discusses handling rattlesnakes and other critters.
