On Citrus Avenue north of Broadway, on the left when traveling north.
Greek George, born in Smyrna as George Caralambo, came to this country as a camel driver for the United States Government in 1857. Naturalized -- George Allen in 1867.
Died Sept. 2, 1913 at Old Mission.
Historical marker . . . — — Map (db m157793) HM
On West 6th Street 0.1 miles west of South Gateway Drive, on the right when traveling west.
In the year 1912 a Mr. William King Heiskell built an aviary with its first inhabitants being a green parrot and several species of birds from around the world. The zoo also had several ponds and water fountains and a bandstand. Although the Madera . . . — — Map (db m34946) HM
On the rocks and ledges just below here you can often spot common murres. For a good view from this height, binoculars are helpful. If conditions are right you may hear the colony “moaning” as they huddle penguin-like on the rocks. . . . — — Map (db m63383) HM
Near Sir Francis Drake Boulevard north of Chimney Road Road.
Some of the world’s richest waters exist right off California’s coast. An explosion of life occurs here due to a combination of the sun’s energy, wind, ocean currents, and contours of the sea floor. Microscopic phytoplankton form the base of the . . . — — Map (db m63362) HM
On Cross Marin Trail, on the right when traveling west.
On this spot, in 1887, the first fish ladder of its kind on the Pacific coast was designed and built by Stephen Schuyler Stedman, a Marin County pioneer. It was located on the end of the Samuel P. Taylor paper mill dam. Duplicates were later built . . . — — Map (db m291133) HM
Shaped by People
Humans changed Angel Island in many ways. We cut trees, brought animals, and plants, dug into the mountain, paved roads, and erected buildings. Yet nature persists, creating habitat for countless plants . . . — — Map (db m316131) HM
In 1931 the Army built this rock crusher to sort and crush serpentine rock from the nearby quarry.
The crushed rock was used to pave the roads on Angel Island.
The roads were not paved until the 1930s because the Army was still using mules and . . . — — Map (db m203634) HM
Near Tiburon Boulevard south of Stewart Drive, on the right.
This picture, circa 1930, show remnants of oysters beds used by the Morgan Oyster Company. For an unknown reason, oyster spawn (eggs) would not thrive in the bay so oysters were brought in from Washington State and from the East Coast to be . . . — — Map (db m316135) HM
Horse- and mule-drawn wagons moved supplies throughout the immigration station until the 1930s. When cars were brought to the island, these stables were converted to garages. During World War II, the building was used to store linens. — — Map (db m203563) HM
The Army used “mule power” on the island until the 1930s to haul supplies and quarried rock. They pulled graders, mowing equipment, and garbage wagons. Soldiers stabled and cared for the mules in this barn. — — Map (db m203683) HM
The view ahead could have looked quite different had the Reeds Port Project, a proposed development of several thousand homes, been built over Richardson Bay in the 1950s. Fortunately, this vital habitat was saved by concerned local residents who . . . — — Map (db m203902) HM
(Left photo caption:)
The trestle, which crossed Tiburon Boulevard, was a landmark for 84 years until it was torn down in 1968, a year after the last train rumbled over its sturdy wooden framework. This picture is from the 1930s. The berm . . . — — Map (db m154670) HM
Near Mariposa Grove Road 2.1 miles east of Wawona Road (California Route 41).
Creating an Experience to Match the Dignity of the Trees People have revered this Grove and its mighty trees for thousands of years. Through ecological restoration, the health and resilience of these giants will be protected and all visitors . . . — — Map (db m160409) HM
Mirror Lake was once regarded by park scientists as a stream-fed lake slowly filling in to become a meadow. As hydrologists have developed a more complex understanding of the water's dynamics, they now theorize that the "lake" is a pool in a . . . — — Map (db m81952)
On U.S. 101 0.1 miles north of Branscomb Road, on the right when traveling north.
Left panel:
The Pinches Stable was located here during the late eighteen-hundreds. During that time horses were the key element for travel and people passing through town boarded them here.
Right panel:
Laytonville's . . . — — Map (db m91801) HM
On H Street at 6th Street, on the right when traveling west on H Street.
There is one description of Henry Miller, California's cattle king, that sums up his contributions to this community: Henry Miller - Founding Father of Los Banos.
Born 1827 in Brackenheim, Kingdom of Wurtemberg, Germany, Miller left the family . . . — — Map (db m41164) HM
On County Road 126 (County Route 126), on the left when traveling south.
This steep cliff of nestholes and crevices overlooks the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge and Lava Beds National Monument — fruitful hunting ranges for hawks, falcons, owls, and other birds of prey.
A favorable environment here is . . . — — Map (db m151904) HM
On State Highway 120 at Taylor Canyon Road (Federal Road 1S17), on the left when traveling west on State Highway 120.
Established by the Nevada
Territorial Legislature
February 20, 1864
Rates of Toll
Wagon with two animals $1.00
Carriage and one animal $.75
Each additional animal $.25
Empty teams returning half price
Saddle animals each $.25 . . . — — Map (db m20732) HM
The Magnificant Condor
The California Condor (Gymnogyps californianus) is an ancient species that once soared from Mexico to Canada. In 1805 Lewis and Clark were the first explorers to record condors for western science. When they . . . — — Map (db m196817) HM
On Bird Rock Road west of 17 Mile Drive, on the right when traveling south.
This wildlife hub is buzzing with birds, harbor seals and belching sea lions. Bird Rock was actually covered in 4 to 5 feet of pelican and cormorant guano until 1930, when it was harvested as a fertilizer. Sea lions took advantage of the . . . — — Map (db m296618) HM
On Cannery Row east of Reeside Avenue when traveling west.
Monterey's world-famous sardine industry depended on the courage and skill of cannery divers. Sardines were pumped ashore from floating hoppers through underwater pipes that had to be installed, repaired, replaced, realigned and maintained in order . . . — — Map (db m30004) HM
Marine biologist, philosopher, writer, ecologist, and friend to many. Immortalized as “Doc” of John Steimbeck’s Cannery Row, the real man had a profound influence on the thinking of writers, artists, and scientists through his . . . — — Map (db m54904) HM
Recurring winter storms wreaked havoc on the Monterey fishing fleet every few years (top). On April 29, 1915, such a storm, with 60-mile-per-hour winds, destroyed or damaged nearly 50 boats. On Thanksgiving morning 1919, more than 93 vessels were . . . — — Map (db m55214) HM
On Van Buren Street at Scott Street, on the right when traveling west on Van Buren Street.
Victorian home built in 1860 by whaling captain Manuel Perry and his wife Mary de Mello Silva, of Boston. The house remained in the family until 1963. Restored in 1967. — — Map (db m63220) HM
Since the early 1900's the Monterey Bay has been one of the principal fishing centers along the Pacific Coast. Today, Monterey's fishermen continue to be major contributors to the nation's supply of squid (calamari).
In the early 50's Abalonetti . . . — — Map (db m30162) HM
On Wave Street / Ocean View Boulevard at David Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Wave Street / Ocean View Boulevard.
The Monterey Bay Aquarium stands on the site of the old Hovden Cannery. In its heyday, the cannery processed tons of sardines every day. But by the 1960s the sardines had disappeared, and the cannery closed its doors in 1972.
Now you can see . . . — — Map (db m41620) HM
On Ocean View Boulevard at Eardley Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Ocean View Boulevard.
The building across the cove is Hopkins Marine Station. It was the first marine laboratory on the West Coast, founded in 1892. Part of Stanford University, its facilities are dedicated to the study of marine life.
What biologists at Hopkins . . . — — Map (db m41618) HM
Nevada Hose Co. No. 1 occupied this firehouse from May 30, 1861 to 1938. Hand pulled hose carts, horse drawn engines and motorized pumpers all rolled out of this building to save life and property. — — Map (db m40266) HM
On Donner Pass Road, on the left when traveling east.
Dedicated August 10, 1986 in honor of
Charles Fayette McGlashan
1847-1931
Truckee’s patriarch, historian, author, editor, attorney, legislator, inventor, entomologist and astronomer.
His last public address was given in 1926 at . . . — — Map (db m81893) HM
On Old Donner Summit Road near Sugar Bowl Road, on the right when traveling east.
History
"The sound of the bells when it was quiet (no trains), was magical to hear."
The tinkle of bells on the lead sheep was once a common sound in Summit Valley late in the summer and fall.
Lake Van Norden filled with water with . . . — — Map (db m129645) HM
Near Plaza De La Paz west of La Paz Road. Reported unreadable.
This skull of Mixocetus baleen whale was discovered during grading of this plaza. It is the second example of the species known to science. The first was found in Los Angles in 1931.
Mixocetus was one of the largest marine animals to inhabit . . . — — Map (db m188542) HM
On Katella Ave., on the right when traveling east.
The Santa Ana River stretches over a distance of 110 miles before reaching the Pacific Ocean at Huntington Beach. It is the largest river entirely within Southern California.
From Dollar Lake and Dry Lake on to Big Bear Lake in the San . . . — — Map (db m224296) HM
Near Golden Lantern Street south of Dana Point Drive, on the left when traveling south.
In dedication to Don Hansen and Dana Wharf Sportfishing, the first business operating out of Dana Point Harbor. Dana Wharf Sportfishing originated Whale Watching for Orange County and founded the Dana Point Festival of Whales and Dana Point Boat . . . — — Map (db m60798) HM
On Dana at Pintado, on the left when traveling north on Dana.
From 1970 to 1984, Lion Country Safari made it possible for children of all ages to experience the sights and sounds of an African safari - entirely from the safety and comfort of their cars. It was Southern California's first ever wild animal . . . — — Map (db m148301) HM
Near Jeffrey Road north of Roosevelt, on the right when traveling north.
William Pereira's Master Plan envisioned for Irvine an entirely
different approach to living a series of self-contained villages
providing a wide diversity of housing types along with parks,
trails, schools and retail centers. The City's . . . — — Map (db m244148) HM
The Sienna Botanica is the riverine system that you see here. It is a man made natural biofiltration system that handles urban run-off throughout the community of Ladera Ranch. The Sienna Botanica uses plants and soilto filtrate the run-off and uses . . . — — Map (db m276459) HM
Lewis and Nellie Gail Moulton's daughters, Charlotte and Louise, circa 1918 in a wicker buggy at the Moulton Ranch House. Both the guggy and the Girls' beloved horse "Dicky" were purchased from the Pasadena Rose Parade. The hand-drawn, illustrated . . . — — Map (db m226414) HM
This prehistoric giant ground sloth represents the Ice Age
animals that flourished here 40,000 years ago. In 1905, sloth
bones and teeth were recovered from this site with the fossils of bison, horses, camels, mammoths, dire wolves . . . — — Map (db m292677) HM
Near Cabot Road south of La Paz Road, on the left when traveling south.
Nellie Gail Moulton with Charlotte in a buggy on Moulton Ranch with Saddleback Mountain in the distance, circa 1915.
A Moulton Ranch Roundup with teams roping and branding cattle near the corral with foreman "SI" Salustiano Sansinena on the . . . — — Map (db m226423) HM
On Crown Valley Parkway west of Alicia Parkway, on the right when traveling west.
The branding iron depicted in the City Seal was applied to Juan Avila's cattle as early as 1833. The entire seal is surrounded by a braided leather lariat, which together with the Avila Brand, recalls the area's rancho history.
The early . . . — — Map (db m299670) HM
Near Serrano Road at Winding Way, on the right when traveling north.
1769 - Portola Expedition enters what is now Orange County.
1821 - California under Mexican Rule.
1842 - Rancho Canada de los Alisos granted to Don Jose Serrano; future site of Heritage Hill Historical Park.
1850 - California . . . — — Map (db m195046) HM
An ancient spring near the railroad tracks played an important role in California's transportation history. A portion of California's Highway 101 and El Camino Real passed by the Aguaje del Cuate.
In the late 1860's the Seeley and Wright Stage . . . — — Map (db m225959) HM
On Christiana Road, on the right when traveling north.
The main exhibit displays a fossil right whale skull in profile. It was recovered from the marine siltstone member of the Capistrano Formation (3.5 to 5 million years old) in the 1970's right here in Mission Viejo. It is a fossil skull from the . . . — — Map (db m72036) HM
On Christiana Road, on the right when traveling north.
Originally dedicated on June 4, 1977 by the Mission Viejo Cultural and Heritage Association.
The Fossil was unearthed in the southern part of the city in 1976, and is a partial skull of a Baleen whale belonging to the Bowhead or right whale . . . — — Map (db m72035) HM
On Paseo Espada west of Rancho Viejo Road when traveling west.
The legend of the swallows return to San Juan Capistrano was passed down through generations of the early Indians that once inhabited this region. The earliest documentation of the swallows returning to San Juan Capistrano was recorded by Father . . . — — Map (db m276797) HM
On Los Rios Street at Verdugo Street, on the left when traveling north on Los Rios Street.
The first inhabitants of San Juan Capistrano were the Acjachemen. These Native Americans lived in what we know today as Orange County. Some of the tribe's descendants work here at Zoomars.
In 1776, the Historic District was part of the . . . — — Map (db m188924) HM
On Silverado Canyon Road, on the right when traveling west.
The Santa Ana Mountains, which encompass the canyons of Silverado, Modjeska and Trabuco, provided one of the last refuges for the state symbol, the Grizzly Bear.
At the turn of the century, beekeeping was an important local industry, providing . . . — — Map (db m78516) HM
On Foresthill Divide Road near between Foresthill and Auburn, on the right when traveling east.
On the day of July 3, 1901 a stagecoach, driven by Henry Crockett, was on its way to the town of Foresthill when a hooded man appeared with a shotgun and ordered Crockett to stop, to which he replied, “You are only foolin.” At that the robber shot . . . — — Map (db m667) HM
Just as you may have come to fish these waters today, so have native people for thousands of years. Natives of the Tahoe Sierra fished the waters from Lake Tahoe and the Truckee River and Pyramid Lake for food. Depending on the season, they pulled . . . — — Map (db m112970) HM
Near Orchard St at 6th St, on the left when traveling south.
This water trough was constructed on the Southern Pacific Railroad property along Cantaloup Avenue for watering teams of horses hauling cantaloupes and onions. It replaced a wooden trough on Front Street used in the early industry of shipping . . . — — Map (db m113032) HM
During The Mission Inn's early days, Frank Miller, Master of the Inn, had two macaws that lived at the hotel for many years, Napoleon arrived to The Mission Inn in 1907 and welcomed guests for 49 years. His name comes from the fact that his blue . . . — — Map (db m233204) HM
During the equestrian games of the 10th Olympiad,
Lt. Col. Shunzo Kido turned aside from the prize to save his horse.
He heard the low voice of mercy, not the loud acclaim of glory.
情
は
武
士
. . . — — Map (db m147984) HM
FISHER is a very popular American Black Bear
who resides at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.
He's been a resident since 1995 and during his
years at the z0o sanctuary, he's contributed his
awesome bear skills!
Fisher was born in December, . . . — — Map (db m192705) HM
The river before you is not the same river that flowed through here 200 years ago when the Nisenan Indians caught salmon and collected acorns along its bank. The river has been mined, dammed and surrounded by our cities, yet it still supports . . . — — Map (db m15836) HM
Near Zinfandel Drive 4 miles south of U.S. 50, on the right when traveling south.
From Prairie to Park
Prior to the arrival of Europeans in the late 1700’s, this area was an open prairie, where roaming herds of elk and deer grazed on perennial grasses. By the late1800’s, nearly all of the grasslands had been divided up . . . — — Map (db m90234) HM
This Tree Stump Hitching Post was blasted
loose with dynamite, quarried out, then cut
and shaped into Horse Head Hitching
Post by prisoners working in the quarry in
the early years of Folsom Prison. The Horse
Head Hitching Post was moved to its . . . — — Map (db m192796) HM
Near K Street at Interstate 5, on the right when traveling east.
Even though California and the Sacramento Valley were remote to the rest of the world, the area was a focus of exploration in the first half of the 19th century by the Spanish, Americans, British, French, Germans, Russians, and many others. Gabriel . . . — — Map (db m229800) HM
This complex of hoofed animal exhibits is dedicated in memory of Anthony A. “Hank” Spencer
Zoo Superintendent – 1942 – 1972
“Hank’s” dedication to the Sacramento Zoo provided numerous . . . — — Map (db m113463) HM
Near Meiss Road near Jackson Highway (California Highway 16).
These millstones were brought from Mexico by water and oxcart in 1846 and were used by Jared D. Sheldon one of the earliest settlers in this valley in his grist mill near here, his Rancho Omochumne was granted him in payment for his work on . . . — — Map (db m28312) HM
The rocky spires of Condor Crags are seen rising above you, named by those who once saw California condors soaring over these lofty formations. In 2003, Pinnacles National Monument became part of a cooperative program to restore these endangered . . . — — Map (db m41123) HM
On Cozy Avenue at 2nd Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Cozy Avenue.
In 1857, under orders to survey a wagon road from New Mexico to California, General Edward Beale followed the 35th parallel to paths opened by Francis Aubry and Lt. A.W. Whipple. Beale’s orders required importation of camels and drivers to . . . — — Map (db m50561) HM
In January 1996: A family of "Three Strikes" Grizzly Bears were captured outside of
Yellowstone National Park. US Fish and Wildlife Bear Management guidelines directed the
rangers to either find them a permanent home in a zoological facility . . . — — Map (db m197752) HM
On California Route 138 at Summit Post Office Road, on the left when traveling east on California Route 138.
Elliot Ranch is just south of this
point, in Little Horse Thief Canyon.
It is the thirty acre homestead of
William and Lena Elliot built in 1927. The family with eight children truly lived frontier lives in wilderness
surroundings. . . . — — Map (db m166295) HM
A rodent known for its collection of unessential objects is
the original "packrat." Our species is known as the desert
woodrat (Neotoma lepida).
In front of you is a midden, an archeological term for a trash pile. Woodrats
urinate on . . . — — Map (db m291740) HM
The Mojave Desert is home to one of our most famous reptiles, the
desert tortoise (Gopherus agassizii).
When tortoises were more abundant, they were a desired food among
desert dwellers. The remains of desert tortoises have been . . . — — Map (db m291739) HM
On Interstate 15 25 miles north of Baker, on the right when traveling north.
Today, Valley Wells is part of the Great Mojave Desert,
but as recently as 15,000 years ago, this area was home
to grasslands and temperate forests. As the environment
of an area changes, so must its inhabitants either adapt
or perish. How . . . — — Map (db m221111) HM
Near 4th Street 0.2 miles east of Euclid Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
This hitching post was used by
Ontarios' first library patrons for
their horses. It stood for many
years beside Ontarios' first library
erected in 1906 at the corner of
"D" St. and Euclid.
Presented to us
by Alberta Schaefer, . . . — — Map (db m257674) HM
On State Highway 38 at Jenks Lake Road West, on the right when traveling east on State Highway 38.
For almost 30 years, people have visited the Whispering Pines Nature Trail. The trail was originally developed for a special episode of the television program “Lassie.” Filmed in 1969, the episode depicts the journey of a 13-year-old blind girl . . . — — Map (db m219499) HM
Near Indian Cove Nature Trail west of Indian Cove Road West, on the right when traveling north.
Cottontail rabbits are about half the size of jackrabbits. Cottontails have smaller ears and shorter legs.
The enormous ears of the jackrabbit look similar to a donkey's ears. A male donkey is called a "jack," and this may explain the . . . — — Map (db m292631) HM
Near Indian Cove Nature Trail west of Indian Cove Road West, on the right when traveling north.
The steep boulder terrain before you is the habitat of the desert bighorn sheep. These majestic rock dwellers are rarely seen.
Native peoples applied skills passed from one generation to the next to successfully hunt the wary desert bighorn. . . . — — Map (db m292602) HM
Though lizards are uncommon in modern diets, these abundant reptiles
were an important source of protein to native peoples.
The 17-inch long chuckwalla was a highly prized food. Chuckwallas
favor the tops of boulders. Frightened chuckwallas . . . — — Map (db m292601) HM
Near Vandegrift Boulevard 0.9 miles north of the San Luis Rey gate, on the right when traveling north.
In memory of
Reckless
Pride of the Marines
Korea
July 1949 - May 1968
SSGT, U.S. Marine Corps Recoilless Rifle Platoon, 5th Regiment
1st Marine Division — — Map (db m266186) WM
Inspired by memories of peafowl wandering his uncle’s ranch, Leo Carrillo brought three pairs of peafowl to his ranch in 1937. Their descendants frequent the park today. Peafowl include the male peacock, the female peahen and baby peachicks. These . . . — — Map (db m312232) HM
Near Flying Leo Carrillo Lane, on the left when traveling north.
Leo’s Peeps
Crowing banty roosters welcomed the rising sun. There were many beaks and mouths to feed each morning. Life on the ranch was also about raising food. Leo’s daughter, Tony, loved to help her dad care for and feed the turkeys and . . . — — Map (db m312259) HM
Near Flying Leo Carrillo Lane, on the left when traveling north.
Imagine hearing Leo driving his work truck in, and opening the big, creaking doors to toss down bales of hay for the neighing horses. The tri-level stable and its fenced corral are built naturally into the sloping hillside. The lower level included . . . — — Map (db m312238) HM
This plaque is dedicated to
the Emergency Response
Agencies
and
Zoological Society
Employees
whose gallant efforts saved
the Wild Animal Park
from the October 27, 1993 wildfire. — — Map (db m306662) HM
Pelican Brown was in search of a home
where he could have fun and relax
he looked for a beach that was pretty
and a sea that was swimming with snacks.
He flew up and down the long coastline
looking both far and quite near
then one . . . — — Map (db m84187) HM
[Plaque one]
In 1916, with vision and determination, Dr. Harry Wegeforth worked tirelessly to create a world-class Zoo that today is the pride of San Diego and enjoyed by millions of visitors each year. Our vision for the future builds on Dr. . . . — — Map (db m280038) HM
From Earth's far distant reaches
he brought the beasts of the soil
the birds of the air and the life
of the sea that all might learn
the wonders of created life.
Dedicated to Dr. Harry M. Wegeforth,
founder and president of the . . . — — Map (db m271050) HM
The San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park is a continuing community project to preserve the natural ecology, reestablish the underwater sea life and maintain the natural beauty of the shoreline. The San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park was created in . . . — — Map (db m280673) HM
Bum
San Diego’s Official Town Dog
Died November 10, 1898 – Aged 12 Years
Loved by everyone – owned by no one. His name suited him because he arrived as a town stowaway, befriended everyone and “bummed” quality food from the local . . . — — Map (db m52910) HM
Charles L. Bieler
Executive Director, 1973-1985
Zoological Society of San Diego
"If you want to be successful, hire good people and then you work for them."
-Chuck Bieler
Charles "Chuck" Bieler championed science and . . . — — Map (db m310935) HM
Transformed from an army parade ground to a playground for the children of federal prison guards, the expanse of concrete straight ahead is now a nesting ground for Alcatraz's vast colony of western gulls. Each winter, up to 1,100 pairs of . . . — — Map (db m133765) HM
On Wentworth Place south of Jackson Street, on the right when traveling south.
Wentworth Place was
well known as a
street of commerce
where hawkers
would come to sell
preserved fish and
seafood, earning it
the moniker 'Salty
Fish Alley'. As
homage to this
legacy, students from
the Mandarin Institute have . . . — — Map (db m175279) HM
Near Washington Street, on the right when traveling east.
Bummer and Lazarus were two stray dogs who roamed this part of San Francisco in the 1860s. Their devotion to each other endeared them to the citizenry, and the newspapers reported their joint adventures, whether stealing a bone from another dog, . . . — — Map (db m58394) HM
On Bush Street east of Montgomery Street, on the left when traveling west.
California’s first state fair was held on this site on October 4, 1854. Sponsored by the California State Agricultural Society, the exhibition of “horses, cattle, mules and other stock, and agricultural, mechanical and domestic manufacture and . . . — — Map (db m637) HM
On Clay Street at Leidesdorff Street on Clay Street.
Near this site occurred
the incident which led to the formation of
The San Francisco
Society for the Prevention
of Cruelty to Animals
on April 8, 1868
———————————
James Sloan Hutchinson, a pioneer banker witnessing nearby an act . . . — — Map (db m33538) HM
Lands End is the wildest, rockiest corner of San Francisco – a corner strewn with shipwrecks and a history of landslides. At the tip of Lands End is Point Lobos. Named by the Spanish for its many lobos marinos (sea wolves), otherwise known as . . . — — Map (db m211359) HM
Near The Embarcadero south of Bay Street, on the right when traveling north.
Natural & Cultural Resources
The National Park Service (NPS) assumed responsibility for managing Alcatraz Island in 1972 when it was added to the newly created Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The NPS’ continuing policy of protecting the . . . — — Map (db m228684) HM
In 1849 chickens were scarce in San Francisco. The Pacific Egg Company was formed and sailed to the farallon "Devil's Teeth" Islands, just 30 miles outside the Golden Gate, with the dangerous job of collecting sea bird eggs. These eggs would be . . . — — Map (db m241705) HM
Within the ocean swells, beyond the Golden Gate, is an underwater world of astoundingly rich and diverse marine life. Few regions on earth host the multitude of marine species found in the sanctuary’s open waters an estuaries, within its sea floor, . . . — — Map (db m63424) HM
Near Sloat Boulevard at The Great Highway when traveling west.
Monarch is thought to have been the last living grizzly bear in captivity in California. He was wild-caught in 1889 as a result of a search requested by San Francisco Examiner media magnate, William Randolph Hearst. A crowd of 20,000 gathered at the . . . — — Map (db m225940) HM
Near Christmas Tree Point Road near Twin Peaks Boulevard.
Twin Peaks is the last San Francisco Habitat for the Mission Blue Butterfly (icaricia Icariodes Missionensis), an endangered species that was once commonly found throughout the City. On sunny spring days a few small iridescent blue butterflies may . . . — — Map (db m210552) HM
On California 88 (State Highway 88) just west of Hwy 88 hwy 12 split (State Highway 12), on the left when traveling east.
It was 1938 ranchers Lee Bluck, Jack Granlees and Art Burger (manager of the George R. Clements merchandising store) came up with a plan for a pleasure riding club. The three men held a meeting at the Clement's schoolhouse to see if others were . . . — — Map (db m220248) HM
On Escalon-Bellota Road south of Skiff Road, on the right when traveling south.
Frank Vaz Borba was born near Visalia in Goshen, California on February 17, 1927. He was a son of Portuguese immigrants from Terceira Island Azores
that cave him the passion for brave bulls. In Frank's blood was the instincts of a true fighting . . . — — Map (db m183454) HM
On South Elm Street, on the right when traveling east.
Here was the terminus of the Oregon-California Trail used by the French-Canadian trappers employed by the Hudson’s Bay Company from about 1832 to 1845. Michel La Framboise, among others, met fur trappers here annually where they camped with their . . . — — Map (db m15957) HM
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