As this relatively quiet year draws to a close, and has been our custom, we offer some highlights of 2010. Bio Study It is nearly a year and a half since the field work for the Updated Biological Resources Study was completed, and the final report has still not available. We have requested estimated release…
A Different Look At More Mesa … As you all know, we have been experiencing very atypical weather across the South Coast since late spring. Strong winds, never ending fog, and drizzle are rarely such large components of our weather. And, of late, heavy rain, with accompanying thunder and lighting have been added to these unusual…
Bobcat Family: Over the years, anecdotal, and very informal reports of Bobcat sightings have reached the More Mesa Preservation Coalition. Moreover, we have never received any written or photographic documentation of these reports. However this year, it has become clear that a Bobcat family is frequenting More Mesa. The mother was first seen in spring,…
It’s Quadruplets! Last month we reported the presence of Northern Harrier Hawks on More Mesa … in summer … a most unusual occurrence. And since early spring, we have also noticed some very atypical kite behavior. That is, the historical “east” site, with its perching, hunting and nesting areas, has been nearly devoid of kites. …
People The More Mesa Preservation Coalition is pleased to announce that Dan Gira has rejoined the Board of Directors of the MMPC. And, in addition to being a Board member, Dan has agreed to assume the post of Vice-President as well. Welcome back Dan! Birds Although we do not have our regular winter raptor visitors…