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Today I’m covering the de-facto dog beach near the mouth of the Santa Ana River in Newport that has faced controversy over the past four years. Flocks of dogs and owners congregate in this area that is a flood zone as well as a sensitive environmental area. This episode I’ll take you through the history of recent controversies, and interview long-time advocate from the Sierra Club, Penny Elia. Tune in!

Welcome to the Beyond the Peel podcast, where you'll get the inside scoop on environmental issues in Orange County, CA. Episodes include topics like Newport Beach's illegal dog beach, Irvine's public energy scheme, and many more.