Ecology/Environmental Sites

Defenders of Wildlife-Defenders of Wildlife is dedicated to the protection of all native wild animals and plants in their natural communities. We focus our programs on what scientists consider two of the most serious environmental threats to the planet: the accelerating rate of extinction of species and the associated loss of biological diversity, and habitat alteration and destruction.

Nature Conservancy- The Nature Conservancy is a leading international, nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the diversity of life on Earth.

National Resources Defense Council- NRDC is the nation's most effective environmental action organization. We use law, science and the support of 1.2 million members and online activists to protect the planet's wildlife and wild places and to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all living things.

Heal the Bay- Going to the beach this weekend?  Want to know if the water is clean?  Do not leave your house without checking this site for the lastest beach report on your favorite beach.  The site also has a list of upcoming events like Bay Days and Ocean Discovery Day that you can volunteer for or learn more about.

Upper Newport Bay - Want to research one of the last great estuaries in southern California? Thinking about taking up bird watching?   This web site gives you the information you need to investigate the wonders of this supereb estuary.  There is a map of the area which includes the locations of the Marine Studies Center and the Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center which are both worth visiting.  Also, don't forget to check out the Tours, Programs & Events that UNBay offers the public. 

Sierra Club- The Sierra Club's members are more than 750,000 of your friends and neighbors. Inspired by nature, we work together to protect our communities and the planet. The Club is America's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization.