Oct 1 Firescaping Workshop
Join us for a free public webinar on Thursday October 1 from 6:00-7:30 pm, “Firescaping with Douglas Kent” for best practices in “regenerative Firescaping” to reduce hazards and promote health…
2026 Scholarship Recipients Announced
We are excited to announce four winners for the 2026 AltadenaWILD scholarships, to Altadena residents pursuing degrees and certification programs at 4-year universities in California…
3/15 Nature Hike on the Gabrielino Trail
Join the AltadenaWILD Student Ambassadors for an exciting nature hike as we explore the Angeles National Forest! This in-person event kicks off at the Riparian Zone parking area in Altadena, CA with a moderate hike through chaparral forests and streams to Gould Mesa Trail Camping Station…
By 12/31: Apply to Join the AltadenaWILD Team
AltadenaWILD is seeking three new volunteer Board Directors to serve two-year (renewable) terms for each of these specific leadership roles…
2025 Scholarship Recipients Announced
Thanks to generous contributions from the Altadena Rotary Club and from an anonymous donor, we were able to award seven scholarships to deserving college students who were impacted by the Eaton Fire in 2025…
New Project! REGREEN ALTADENA
AltadenaWILD is partnering with CSU-Northridge, and other non-profits on a new workforce development and tree planting initiative…
AltadenaWILD Joins Community Coalition
AltadenaWILD President Michael D. Bicay has joined the Community Coalition for Altadena Recovery (CCAR), a leadership group chartered by LA County Fifth District Supervisor Kathryn Barger…
Meet Our Newest Directors
We’ve selected four new Board Directors, who bring expertise and energy for our work on the environment, conservation, wildlife, and teaching/education…
Altadena Eaton Fire
The Officers and Board of Directors for AltadenaWILD are deeply saddened by the catastrophe that has impacted our beloved community resulting from the Eaton Fire. Our hearts ache…
2024 Year in Review
The AW President wrote a 2024 year-end summary of highlights that was scheduled for release on the fateful day of January 8, 2025…
Altadena Chamber of Commerce “Citizen of the Year”
Michael Bicay, President of AltadenaWILD, has been named the “Citizen of the Year” for 2024 by the Altadena Chamber of Commerce!
A Musical Gift for our Foothills
AltadenaWILD partnered with a talented young violinist selected by National Public Radio’s From the Top to create a project blending music and the environment. Listen to Mallika and her fellow string players perform Haydn’s String Quartet “The Frog”on a chilly fall morning in Millard Canyon, honoring the musicality of the frogs who live and sing there.
WSGVAP is Approved!
Together, we made a difference.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the West San Gabriel Valley Area Plan (WSGVAP) on December 10, 2024.
Another outpouring of community sentiment through petition signatures, letters of support, and public comment speakers helped the Board of Supervisors know the extent of our support.
Donate Towards Our $100K Community Contribution Campaign
On Giving Tuesday 2024, we’re kicking off our campaign to raise $100,000 as a community contribution towards preservation.
AltadenaWILD is participating in initial discussions with conservation organizations, tribal groups, and outdoor education groups to define a low-impact preservation plan for 78 acres along Chaney Trail in Altadena.
Your donation will help make a “community contribution” that demonstrates local support to State agencies and philanthropic foundations and helps leverage grant funds.
Recycle Your Old Yard Sign by Dec 2
Two options available!
(1) 24/7 drop off available at local business Cush Light, outside 153 W. Altadena Drive in Altadena (next to vending machines). Signs will be taken to circular economy company Ridwell’s warehouse for recycling.
(2) Alternatively, Ridwell is offering a free, one-time yard sign pickup at your home on December 2.