It is vital to preserve recreational trail access for the larger trails community, which includes hikers, equestrians, trail runners, mountain bikers and others.
While their numbers are small, these organizations have made an outsized impact with their efforts to protect our air, land and water for people and wildlife.
The hilltop off of Mountain Meadow Road in North Escondido looks like countless other deserted orchards in North County, with ramshackle structures in withered avocado groves. Members of The Escondido Creek Conservancy see a sanctuary from urban sprawl and and a future science education center.
Planned improvements include a 209-vehicle parking lot, signage, a solar-powered entry gate and lighting, trash and recycling receptacles, and portable.