Eaton Wildfire Recovery
Our Commitment to Healing and Recovery
The recent wildfire at Eaton Canyon has deeply impacted the Tongva Taraxat Paxaavxa Conservancy and the surrounding community. While some parts of the land were spared, others—including cherished structures and natural spaces—suffered significant damage. Despite these losses, the resilience of the land, supported by Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), offers hope for recovery.
This page serves as a hub for updates, resources, and ways to contribute to the recovery of both the Conservancy and our neighbors. Together, we can rebuild and heal.
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Latest Updates
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We are committed to keeping you informed. Check back here regularly for updates on our recovery efforts:
[Update: January 11, 2025]: Assessments of the property reveal that while the garage and stone house were destroyed, many oak trees survived. Restoration planning is underway.
[Update: January 15th, 2025]: Our Volunteer Page is LIVE with a sign up form for those interested in aiding in future recovery actions. We remind those interested, air conditions in the LA area (Tovaangar) are still affected by the recent wildfire and will likely be for sometime, thusly actions outdoors and at Huhuugna will remain limited until further notice. We encourage those working outside to utilize proper Personal Protective Equipment and stay safe!
[Update: January 20th, 2025]: NEWS ARTICLE: Members of the Tongva Tararxat Paxaavxa Conservancy’s Board of Directors spoke with the LA Times and gave statements about the status of Huhuunga and our use of Traditional Ecological Knowledge to mitigate fire damage on the land. Read more about it HERE.
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How You Can Help
Your support is critical to recovery efforts. Here are ways you can stand with us and the community:
1. Donate to Our Fire Recovery Fund
Help us restore the Conservancy and continue our mission of land stewardship
2. Support Families and Local Organizations (links)
3. Volunteer Opportunities
We are organizing volunteer efforts to aid in recovery and restoration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The wildfire caused significant damage to structures and landscapes. However, proactive TEK practices helped mitigate greater losses.
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TEK, or Traditional Ecological Knowledge, involves sustainable land management practices like invasive species removal and cultural burns. These practices protected many oak trees and reduced the wildfire’s impact.
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Absolutely. You can donate to the Fire Recovery Fund, share our story, or contribute to organizations supporting wildfire relief.
Together, We Heal
We are grateful for your support as we work toward recovery and healing. Aweeshkone’xaa for standing with us during this challenging time.
