On tuesday the SF chapter of the Sierra Club released a letter to the City Council indicating their support for leaving the beavers where they are and allowing them to continue their natural habitat restoration work. Wildlife chair, Terry Preston, had been to the site and interviewed residents, and made a recommendation for the chapter to adopt language supporting them.
The letter opens with, “The Sierra Club strongly opposes any attempts to relocate or euthanize the beavers that have colonized the downtown area of Alhambra Creek, as well as any attempts to irrepairably harm their lodge, dam or surrounding habitats” Now that’s a nice way to start a letter. They were in part motivated by the fine work of Gary Bogue in his coverage of the beavers, and his support for wildlife in general.
The letter ends with offers of help if the city should need information or consultation to access appropriate strategies. Finally it emphasizes how the dam provides a excellent opportunity to educate children and adults on the importance of habitat and ecology. The letter was mentioned by councilwoman Delaney at tuesday nights meeting, and sent to the entire subcommittee. Thanks Sierra Club, for helping take care of “John Muir’s Beavers”.
