Kristina Malsberger

Land transfer to California State Parks opens up new trails, sweeping views They say good things come to those who wait. Case in point: Rocky Ridge, the first League-conserved property to be added to California State Parks in well over a decade. Last month, the state park system formally accepted ownership of this unique 80-acre parcel, home to old-growth redwoods, towering Douglas-firs, and a large rock outcropping that offers nesting habitat for majestic peregrine falcons.

Camping among Yosemite’s famous giants reveals countless wonders During every backpacking trip, I question my sanity. This is typical during miles 5 through 7 or on any uphill section. However, on my recent trip to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park, this questioning came a mere mile into the trek. Don’t get me wrong—it wasn’t due to poor weather or an unpleasant environment.

For nature-loving parents, cool baby names really do grow on trees Around the League office, a baby on the way is exciting news. So when our land stewardship manager, Anthony Castaños, announced that he and his wife were expecting a wee one, the staff was a-twitter. Should we knit a tiny field vest? What’s the perfect redwoods park for a romantic babymoon? And most importantly, which redwoods-inspired baby name will the new parents choose?