The garden party is an opportunity to rub elbows with environmental leaders and show your support for preserving favorite hiking and riding trails, scenic views, and much of what makes our local area unique.
This event kicks off AFC’s 2010 fundraising drive to help identify, purchase and protect natural open space that might otherwise be developed, in nearby canyons and foothills, such as the 20 acres of Rubio Canyon that were permanently protected by AFC recently. AFC has expanded its mission to include Pasadena, La Canada, La Crescenta, Glendale, Altadena and neighboring areas. With this expansion, the all-volunteer board of directors has increased to 9 members, enabling more land preservation projects to be started.
Mayor Bogaard’s key role in the event is representative of his views on a green future. He supports many environmental programs, including energy efficient buildings, water conservation, greener transportation options, waste reduction, green energy and more, and Pasadena is making big strides in these areas.
“AFC is pleased that Mayor Bogaard is part of the celebration and supports open space preservation in our local foothills,” said Nancy Steele, president of AFC. “If you are passionate about the great outdoors, and making sure our local trails, canyons and natural open space are preserved for today and future generations, you should support local land conservation. Joining us for the gala is one positive action you can make.”
Please visit www.afc10th.myevent and reserve your spot to attend. Your ticket purchases and donations are tax deductible.
About the Arroyos & Foothills Conservancy (Formerly Altadena Foothills Conservancy):
AFC is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Corporation, based in Altadena, CA. Our mission is to preserve natural open spaces before they are gone, thereby enriching our communities through conserving and enhancing scenic landscapes, native plants and wildlife, streams and water, and trails and historic sites, while we still can. AFC focuses our work in the San Gabriel foothills and arroyos extending from the environs of Eaton Canyon to the western Verdugo Mountains. We work with property owners, governments, land trusts, and other stakeholders to acquire, restore, protect, and maintain these natural areas. Please visit www.arroyosfoothills.org .
