Protecting Our Wild Roots: Help Us Save Moon Camp
At Hormex, our passion has always been about growth, nurturing strong roots and helping nature thrive. But today, we’re writing to you about a different kind of preservation. It’s about protecting the "home roots" of some of our most beloved neighbors: Jackie and Shadow, the world-famous bald eagles of Big Bear Valley.
If you’ve ever tuned into the Friends of Big Bear Valley nest cam, you know the magic these eagles bring. They are a symbol of resilience and the beauty of the wild. Their home became the focus of the Save Moon Camp conservation campaign.
The Mission: Save Moon Camp
The land surrounding their nest, known as Moon Camp, is a 62.5-acre stretch of pristine lakefront forest that serves as a vital foraging ground for Jackie, Shadow, and their chicks. It’s also home to rare species like the Ash-gray Indian Paintbrush and the San Bernardino flying squirrel.
The campaign began in response to plans for a luxury housing and marina development on this lakefront habitat.
A Rare Opportunity
Friends of Big Bear Valley and the San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust worked to raise the funds needed for the Land Trust to purchase and preserve Moon Camp.
Campaign update — July 24, 2026: Friends of Big Bear Valley announced that the $10 million needed to save Moon Camp had been secured, ahead of the July 31 deadline. The announcement cleared the path for the San Bernardino Mountains Land Trust to purchase the property. Read the official fundraising announcement. This campaign is also deeply personal, as it honors the late Sandy Steers, the tireless executive director of Friends of Big Bear Valley who dedicated her life to this land and negotiated this very deal just before her passing.
Why Hormex is Standing With Them
As a company dedicated to plant health and the environment, we believe that the health of our planet starts with the preservation of its most sensitive habitats. When we protect the land, we protect the roots of the entire ecosystem. We aren't just fans of the eagles; we are advocates for the soil, the rare plants, and the ancient trees that make Big Bear Valley a treasure.
Follow the Conservation Effort
Thank you to everyone who supported this campaign. The fundraising goal has been met; the official campaign website shares updates and information about related costs and long-term care of the land.
To follow the campaign and its updates, please visit SaveMoonCamp.org to learn more.
Let’s work together to ensure that the only things growing at Moon Camp for years to come are the trees, the rare wildflowers, and the next generation of eagles.
Thank you for sharing our love for the natural world.
