On top of defensive measures like fencing, traps, or repellents, wise gardeners cultivate not only crops but also a habitat for wildlife that naturally keeps pests in check.
The Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation (AHLF) has opened a new exhibit with four new raptors. They include a Peregrine Falcon, a Great Horned Owl, an American Kestrel and a Western Screech Owl, onsite at the Discovery Center. The AHLF acquired the birds from The Raptor Institute, which has been forced to close due to the restrictions of the pandemic. The AHLF will continue the institutes mission of promoting community conservation efforts, providing education to the public about raptors and producing the inspiration needed to protect local habitat.
Currently celebrating its 30th anniversary, AHLF serves the community by providing environmental education, conservation and access to the lagoon and the surrounding trails.
The annual Tip Top Run at Agua Hedionda Lagoon in Carlsbad has turned into a virtual event this year.
The event, now called the Tip Top Run and Ride for Raptors, kicks off March 13 and runs through March 19.
The running and biking event will raise money for the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation’s expansion of its educational program, including building the new Raptor Ridge on Cannon Road. The Raptor Ridge will be part of the Discovery Center and will be home to four raptors a peregrine falcon, great horned owl, American kestrel and western screech owl formerly housed at The Raptor Institute, a nonprofit based in La Mesa.