Tag: ENC

• Impact of Proposed Housing Near ENC in Newport Beach

  

  Lori Whalen, Executive Director of the Environmental Nature Center (ENC), discusses a proposed residential development near ENC in Newport Beach. The project raises concerns about its impact on environmental education, safety, and community compatibility. Despite discussions with the developer, unresolved issues led ENC to oppose the current proposal, scheduled for Planning Commission review.

  OCCNPS

  June 9, 2026

  Botany, Buckwheat, California Bumblebees, Gardening with Native Plants, Monarchs and Milkweed, Nature

  california native plants, ENC, Nature, Newport Beach, southern california

• Lori Whalen: A Journey Into Native Plants

  

  Lori Whalen, a new Board member, has a rich background in environmental education and a passion for native plants. Her journey began with volunteer work and has evolved into leadership at the Environmental Nature Center. Lori emphasizes the importance of connecting people to nature through education, conservation, and community engagement.

  OCCNPS

  February 6, 2026

  Board Member Feature, Botany, Buckwheat, California Bumblebees, Gardening with Native Plants, Monarchs and Milkweed, Nature, White Sage

  birds, Buckwheat, butterflies, california native plant society, california native plants, CNPSOC, ENC, Nature, southern california, teaching