My inspiration and love of nature started with visiting Yosemite Valley – the pulverized scenery, astounding cliffs, and majestic waterfalls. Undoubtedly what has always enhanced my experience in the parks is the chirping and singing of birds and the vibrant array of colors they bring to life. “My First Summer in the Sierras” by John Muir infused in me immense love for nature and a strong desire to protect wilderness. The works of John Muir and George Bird Grinnell inspired me to start volunteering and supporting various conservation efforts both in National Parks and our local Bay Area parks and wildlife sanctuaries.
I started participating in trail watch programs at Vasona Lake and Los Gatos Creek county parks a couple of years back. I’ve been fascinated and hugely rewarded by encountering the diversity of wildlife along the
During my excursions and explorations in several Bay Area county parks I got acquainted with SFBBO. What resonated with me are SFBBO’s first principles – promoting the protection of birds and their habitats through research, education, and community outreach. While volunteering with SFBBO, I was struck by how purposeful they are in approaching avian research and the deliberateness in pursuing habitat restoration.
Our SFBBO ecologists play a critical role in research and are strong advocates for Bay Area wetland restoration and preservation efforts. These community events and programs help create public awareness and understanding, while strengthening the public’s resolve to protect these fragile wildlife habitats.
Our interconnectedness and dependence on birds and wild spaces is increasingly threatened by deforestation, urbanization, and climate change. The need for progressive environmental policies and reforms has never been stronger. Please join me in donating to support SFBBO’s outreach programs which inform, inspire, and involve communities towards supporting our diverse riparian habitats and the wildlife that depends on their protection.