“So many Fullerton residents have worked so hard to get this land opened for public enjoyment. I sincerely hope it can be opened in my lifetime.”

Bob Ward
Former Fullerton mayor
(for whom Robert E. Ward
Nature Preserve is named)

“I’m impressed with the commitment to building quality trails and providing funding to maintain them for years to come.”

Bob Hayden
Fullerton Recreational Riders

“The land is impressive and the views are magnificent. When I have a family, I hope to take my children there and teach them about nature.”

Jacob Lloyd Davies
CSUF ecology student

“Too often, developers treat trails as an afterthought. Fortunately, with this project, the citizens committee and team of consultants are creating a plan from the beginning that will result in truly great trails.”

Jim Meyer
Trails4All

“Can you imagine – we’re going to eat dinner at home with the kids, just step outside and go on this beautiful nature walk, enjoying everything around us? I just can’t wait to actually take advantage of all that.”

Liz Kim
Project neighbor

“I’m excited to watch this fenced-off oil field be transformed into a major asset for Fullerton – a nature preserve and trails, along with a mix of new homes.”

Rick Crane
Fullerton Positive
Former planning commissioner