Nature & Science

Geological Resources

Geology determines the landscape around you, from the ground that you stand on to the mountains or ocean in the distance. The Los Padres has many amazingly beautiful locations and vistas that exhibit spectacular geology.

Invasive Weeds - A Real Problem

Invasive weeds are not native to California. They have been introduced from another country. Invasive weeds are colonizing species that usually rely on some form of soil disturbance for initial establishment. Because they are not native they have few natural enemies here to restrict their growth and spread. Over time these weeds will replace native and cultivated plants. Most invasive weeds aggressively spread through roots as well as from seeds.

No matter who you are or where you live, invasive weeds affect your way of life. Widespread infestations reduce productivity and value of the land. While weeds have long been recognized as a problem in agriculture, they pose an ever increasing threat to the integrity of all wildland ecosystems.