The Channel Islands are a global biodiversity hotspot, with the diversity of habitats and species being paralleled by few places in the world. Santa Rosa’s plants and animals are a constant source of inspiration and wonder.

“Nestled on a pedestal reminiscent of the sedimentary sandstone that greets you upon arrival at Bechers Bay, this sleepy island fox symbolizes the now peaceful nature that is circumstance of the tireless work of many to bring this keystone species back from the brink of extinction.”

– Karly Kennedy

“NPS rangers appreciate the research station, for our goals are one in the same, to help educate and inspire people to learn about wilderness and wildlife so that they can appreciate and help protect it for both their enjoyment and that of future generations.”

– Merrill McCauley

“Each trip I’d realize how small I am compared to the rest of the universe. A speck just coexisting with everything and everyone else.”

-Roxanne Casas

“I spent some time volunteering with USGS botanist Kathryn McEachern, collecting seed and recording locations of the rare and endangered Island Phacelia (Phacelia insularis var. insularis). This tiny little plant would be practically invisible to anyone walking within a foot of its location.”

-Holly Huff