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IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 31, 2008 CONTACTS: Lee Reeder, Waterkeeper, 951-689-6842 New map identifies Santa
Ana River Watershed public uses
INLAND EMPIRE, Calif. – The Santa Ana River Watershed provides the region with much of its water. It is a network of snow-capped mountains, streams, lakes, rivers and underwater aquifers from the mountains to the coast that supports hundreds of species of animals and plant life along the way. Where can people go to experience the watershed? That’s the question Orange County Coastkeeper, Inland Empire Waterkeeper, the Santa Ana Watershed Project Authority and Pacific Rail Industries decided to answer, with the goal of getting more people out enjoying the watershed. The result is a beautiful, 24-by-36-inch full-color map identifying a host of locations in the watershed open to public use. Explore the Baldwin Lake Ecological Reserve near Big Bear Lake, visit the Oak Glen Schoolhouse in Yucaipa, hike through the Hidden Valley Wildlife Area in Riverside, or go bird-watching at the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. The maps target picnic areas, educational and historical venues, parks, forests, nature preserves, campgrounds and hiking trails within the 2,800-square-mile area. “We want to educate the public about all of the activities that are available in our diverse watershed, while teaching them the importance of keeping our lakes, streams, rivers and aquifers clean,” said Lee Reeder, associate director of Inland Empire Waterkeeper. The new maps will be mailed to new members who pay at least a $15 donation for membership. You may make an online donation at our donations page. Just click on the first "Make a Donation" button and pay with either PayPal or credit card. You mail also mail your check, payable to Inland Empire Waterkeeper to: Inland Empire Waterkeeper Call Inland Empire Waterkeeper at 951-689-6842 if you would like more information. Inland Empire Waterkeeper is a grassroots, non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the water water quality of the Upper Santa through education, advocacy, restoration and enforcement. ## |
