Grizzlies and Black Bears in the San Gabriel Mountains

The Eaton Canyon Nature Center will host a special program “Grizzlies and Black Bears in the San Gabriel Mountains,” at 7:30 p.m. Wed., January 25.

Noted wildlife biologist Kevin Brennan will trace the history of the mighty grizzly bear that used to dominate local mountains and valleys until the rise of two-legged competition.

Brennan, who has worked for 20 years with the California Department of Fish & Game, will also discuss the history and habits of the black bear that now roams the San Gabriels and, sometimes, our neighborhoods and hot tubs.

The program also will include the latest on the National Park Service’s proposal for a National Recreation Area for the San Gabriel Mountains and River. A social reception at 7 p.m. precedes the 7:30 program sponsored by the Angeles Chapter’s Forest Committee. The program is free and the public is welcome. For information, email Don Bremner at donbremner@earthlink.net or John Monsen at wildernessjfm@aol.com.