Alameda Post - Two adult California least terns and a chick stand on rocky ground near a small shelter made out of planks of wood and nails.

Taking a Turn Watching the Terns

A former Navy runway at Alameda Point is now a protected nesting site for California least terns. “Last year the Alameda least tern colony did very well with over 500 nests and potentially around 800 young fledged,” reports Sharol Nelson-Embry. Photo by Rick Lewis.

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Alameda PostCast episode 206 for June 12, 2026. Happy Birthday, Scott!

In Episode 206, Scott Piehler’s topics include: Planning Board studies new development at Alameda Point; City Council preview; Corica Park dispute settled; EBMUD makes a repair; graduation season; fish frenzy; APD wants to catch you doing the right thing; latest home sales; and weekend events.

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