As every year, Eco-Alianza’s Gala will be a moment of celebration. In 2025, as we mark our 18th anniversary, we celebrate our ongoing commitment to protecting and conserving Loreto’s natural treasures—this year with a special emphasis on water, the vital resource that sustains life in our region.
With deep sorrow, the family of Tony Kinninger, announces his passing due to cancer on August 21, 2025, at home in Newport Beach, California, surrounded by his loving family.
Summertime heat sends mammals (and humans) scurrying for shade, but does not slow down Eco-Alianza’s conservation efforts. In this issue of SOUNDINGS, we have included a link to our on-line quarterly report, to share in greater detail the breadth of our programs and outreach.
What an extraordinary first quarter for the programs and staff of Eco-Alianza. From the interactions with the students from University of Notre Dame to the return and celebration of the historic Western Flyer, the scope and reach of our educational and scientific programs continues to grow. It’s our greatest pleasure to inspire and engage the next generations of environmental caretakers – through scientific discoveries, artistic exploration, and physical participation and observation.
Join us in celebrating the return of the Western Flyer to the Sea of Cortez, commemorating the historic journey of John Steinbeck and Ed Rickets 85 years ago. Eco-Alianza de Loreto, A.C., in coordination with the Ventura Sister City Association, the Western Flyer Foundation and Marina Puerto Escondido, Loreto, Baja California Sur, have planned a series of activities around this unique event. Designed to inspire and mobilize our community in the protection of the natural and cultural environment of Loreto, the activities offer a multitude of ways to engage with history and science.
The University of Notre Dame’s Institute for Latino (ILS) studies joined Eco-Alianza for a week of leadership development, cultural immersion and wildlife discovery under Eco-Alianza’s program for research, conservation, and public service (CEMA).
Who was John Steinbeck? John Steinbeck (1902–1968) was an American writer best known for his novels depicting the struggles of working-class people during the Great Depression. Some of his most famous works include: His most famous works include: The Log of the Sea of Cortez, The Grapes of Wrath, Of Mice and Men, and East of Eden. Steinbeck was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1962 for his realistic and imaginative storytelling, which often highlighted social injustice. His works remain widely read and studied for their powerful themes and vivid depictions of American life. For more information about Steinbeck, click here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Steinbeck What is the historical and scientific importance of the Western Flyer? The Western Flyer is known primarily for [...]
May 9-13, 2025 – History in the Making: The Rebirth of the Western Flyer, and a New Generation of Research Opportunities. Join the festivities and visit the Western Flyer, the actual ship that carried John Steinbeck and Ed Ricketts through the Sea of Cortez in 1940.
This holiday season, from Eco-Alianza de Loreto, we want to thank all those who, with their commitment and action, have worked with us for a healthier planet. Every step towards conservation, every action in favor of the environment, is a priceless gift for our future and that of the next generations. We wish you a Christmas full of peace, joy and hope, surrounded by your loved ones. May the spirit of solidarity and respect for nature inspire us to continue caring for the home we share, which needs our love and responsibility. May the New Year bring us more opportunities to continue joining efforts for a greener, cleaner and safer planet. Together, we can make a difference! Happy holidays and [...]
Teachers from University of California, Davis (UC Davis) spent two weeks in Loreto this September, participating in a unique pilot program focused on water science education at Modesto Sánchez Mayón Secondary School in Loreto.
