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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 5h

Are non-native plants friend or foe? When introduced to a new region without natural predators, non-native plants can easily spread and out-compete native plants. But not all are harmful - some are crucial to our agriculture.

Read more: www.tuleyome.org/science-corn...

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 2d

Every spring & fall, millions of birds—including tiny hummingbirds—travel the 10,000-mile Pacific Flyway

Here in Yolo County, we’re lucky to see them stop to rest

Help by turning off lights, planting native flowers, or putting up feeders

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/enjoying-out...

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 5d

We kicked off the Fall field trip season at Woodland Regional Park Preserve! 3rd grade students completed the Adaptations trail, including a nature walk, hunting for insects, interacting with plants, and learning about birds.

Read more: bit.ly/471Do9T

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 6d

Explore the Cedar Roughs Wilderness, one of three wilderness areas in the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument with views of Lake Berryessa, serpentine outcrops, and stands of Sargent Cypress. October is a great time to hit the trail!

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/cedar-roughs...

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 7d

The Public Lands Rule is under appeal — and if it’s overturned, protections for millions of acres could disappear. Make your voice heard before the public comment period closes on Nov. 10.

Learn more and submit your comment here: www.tuleyome.org/action-alert...

#PublicLands #EnvironmentalPolicy

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 8d

Firefighter safety fixes are being stymied by federal workforce cuts.

Read the full article here: www.notus.org/trump-white-...

📸: Qian Weizhong/VCG via AP

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 9d

USFS FOREST SERVICE ASTOUNDING REORGANIZATION: WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE WEST COAST

Read the full article from Del Albright here: delalbright.com/usfs-reorgan...

#USFS #PublicLands #WestCoast

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 11d

Tomorrow morning, Tuleyome's Adventures and Engagement Director, Nate Lillge, will be discussing Tuleyome's #calnat program on KPFZ 88.1 FM in Lake County. This is a great opportunity to hear more about this amazing program!

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 12d

The Public Lands Rule protects our region’s landscapes by making conservation a core use alongside recreation + grazing. Rolling it back weakens land managers + harms our lands.

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/action-alert...

#ProtectPublicLands #Tuleyome #PublicLands

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 13d

Discover the scenic Mount Konocti Trail, a picturesque route along the north shore of Lake Berryessa showcasing great views of the lake and the Blue Ridge!

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/mount-konoct...

#Hiking #LakeBerryessa #CaliforniaTrails #CaliforniaNature

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 14d

We are excited to announce the dates for next year's Certified California Naturalist courses! We are hosting a multi-week course as well as a one-week, intensive course at Wilbur Hot Springs.

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/tuleyome-s-c...

#EcoEducation #CalNat #CaliforniaNaturalist #OutdoorLearning

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 15d

Tuleyome is seeking new board members passionate about protecting, restoring, and enjoying the natural landscape of the western Sacramento Valley & Northern Inner Coast Range.

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/apply-to-joi...

#Conservation #ProtectPublicLands #NorCal #CaliforniaNature

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 15d

As the weather cools down, it's the perfect time to hit the trails!
Need boots? Stop by our Youth Boot Bank this Wednesday from 2:30–5:30 PM to borrow a pair and get outside!

#GetOutside #TrailTime #Nature #NorCal

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 16d

Amy has been a longtime support of Tuleyome - even in the "before times of Tuleyome"!

Hear why Amy supports Tuleyome: www.tuleyome.org/donor-spotli...

#CommunitySupport #EnvironmentalStewardship

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 17d

Are you interested in volunteering with Tuleyome? We have many opportunities to get involved to support our efforts in the northern Inner Coast Range Mountains and western Sacramento Valley!

Learn more about our volunteer opportunities here: secure.tuleyome.org/np/clients/t...

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 19d

In 1863, 461 Native Americans were forced to walk 100 miles to the Nome Cult Reservation in Covelo, California.

Hear from descendants and participants of the 28th annual commemorative Nome Cult walk: www.fs.usda.gov/r05/mendocin...

📸 Andrew Avitt / USDA Forest Service

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 20d

We’re excited to join #EarthGives2025 — the only nationwide campaign supporting nonprofits focused on climate, environment, wildlife & clean energy!

Sept 5–Oct 7: Join us in taking action for a just, sustainable future.

Read more: www.tuleyome.org/earth-gives-...

#ClimateAction #Sustainability

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 21d

Alkali Milkvetch is a rare, California-native plant found only in alkaline vernal pools. Though declining, it is still seen in protected areas like the Woodland Regional Park Preserve.

Learn more: www.dailydemocrat.com/2025/09/20/t...

#PlantConservation #NorCal #WildflowerWednesday

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 21d

Our Woodland Regional Park Preserve Horticultural Interns have started! We were excited to show them around the preserve today.

Check out today's photos here: flickr.com/photos/tuley...

#EnvironmentalStewardship #nature #NorCal #YoloCounty

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 22d

Did you know there are 300+ species of native bees in Yolo County? Join us on Zoom at 7pm on Thursday 9/25 for a lecture from @WoodlandCommunityCollege Professor Brian Gillespie, who will introduce native bees and discuss research on local native bees. Register here:
www.tuleyome.org/event-detail...

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 23d

Biodiversity means the variety of life on Earth. California is one of 36 global “biological hotspots” — rich, unique, and vital ecosystems.

Learn more about California’s biodiversity: www.tuleyome.org/science-corn...

#Biodiversity #Conservation #CaliforniaNature #Ecology

tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 26d

Technology and fast-paced living are part of our everyday world, but spending time in nature can help ease the tension and hectic pace we often face.

Find helpful tips to hike safely here: www.tuleyome.org/enjoying-out...

#HikeSafe #Wilderness #PublicLands #Nature #Conservation

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 27d

California is host to over twenty native oak species and you can find at least five of those species within the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument.

Learn more about California's oaks here: www.tuleyome.org/monumental-q...

#NativePlants #California #Nature #CaliforniaOaks

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 27d

Only a few days left to weigh in on the Roadless Rule. For years, it’s helped protect the health and integrity of our wildest forests. The comment period closes September 19 — don’t miss your chance to share your voice.

Learn more: www.tuleyome.org/action-alert...

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tuleyome.bsky.social @tuleyome.bsky.social · 28d

It’s been another fun month for game cameras at Conaway Ranch! We got so many great river otter clips, we made a video just for them!

See more here: www.tuleyome.org/game-cameras...

#WildlifeWednesday #wildlife #riverotters #Tuleyome