News & Events
Events
May 17, 2026 – Critter Chat
Meet at 1:30 pm at the Lake Shore Picnic Area Dixon Lake
Meet our Park Rangers to learn about the wildlife in the area and to experience an up-close encounter with one of our Wildlife Ambassadors. Note: Rain will cancel the event.
May 24, 2026 – Critter Chat
Meet at 1:30 pm at the Lake Shore Picnic Area Dixon Lake
Meet our Park Rangers to learn about the wildlife in the area and to experience an up-close encounter with one of our Wildlife Ambassadors. Note: Rain will cancel the event.
May 31, 2026 – Critter Chat
Meet at 1:30 pm at the Lake Shore Picnic Area Dixon Lake
Meet our Park Rangers to learn about the wildlife in the area and to experience an up-close encounter with one of our Wildlife Ambassadors. Note: Rain will cancel the event.
June 16, 2026 – Hike with a ranger
Meet at 7AM at the Cougar Pass Parking Lot (2702 Cougar Pass Rd Escondido CA 92026). Hike is considered moderate and is approximately 3.71 miles long
June 14, 2026 – Ranch House Tours
Visit the historic Daley Ranch House for a behind-the-scenes vies of the house and learn about it’s history
July 11, 2026 – Hike with a ranger
Meet at 7AM at the Daley Ranch Parking Lot (1700 La Honda Rd Escondido CA 92025). Hike is considered challenging and is approximately 4 miles long
July 12, 2026 – Ranch House Tours
Visit the historic Daley Ranch House for a behind-the-scenes vies of the house and learn about it’s history
August 8, 2026 – Hike with a ranger
Meet at 7AM at the Daley Ranch Parking Lot (1700 La Honda Rd Escondido CA 92025). Hike is considered easy and is approximately 2.8 miles long
August 9, 2026 – Ranch House Tours
Visit the historic Daley Ranch House for a behind-the-scenes vies of the house and learn about it’s history
News
All about bumble bees and pollinators
Thank you to Jennifer Radkey for a discussion about the initial results of bumble bee surveys along with the potential for long term management of these important creatures. She also discussed other native pollinators, their conservation and how you can give back locally to ensure that our natural systems endure and thrive.
Jennifer is a biologist trained in ecology and evolutionary biology with a passion for restoring functional systems in California. She strives to understand the interconnectedness of the plants and animals in our natural areas to promote restoration and conservation. Jennifer is hopeful that so many people are interested in nature and seeks to inspire curiosity in others. Jennifer channels this passion by volunteering as a teacher, leading the Small Animal Station of the 7th Grade Outdoor Education Program sponsored by The Friends of Daley Ranch.
