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Martin Dunes, a nature preserve in Marina, will benefit from increased stewardship and responsible public access thanks to a land donation from Montage Health of their share of the property interest to Big Sur Land Trust. The nature preserve, located south of the Salinas River Wildlife Refuge, is an important component of protected sand dune ecosystems along the arc of … Read More

Submit your ideas for naming the Carr Lake Park by 9/10! We’ve extended the deadline to Sunday, September 10 for naming the park at Carr Lake in Salinas. If you have an idea, please share it with us here. A committee of community members will select the top three names for Big Sur Land Trust and the City of Salinas … Read More

Breeze through our summer newsletter now! We’re sharing a first-hand account of one of our wonderful guided birding hikes with the Monterey Audubon Society, an interview with our President and CEO, Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis on Indigenous partnerships, and more! Find it here. Carr Lake Community Meeting Thursday, August 176:00pm – 8:00pm618 Sherwood Drive, Salinas Join us to learn how the restoration … Read More

Opt-in now! Don’t miss invitations to hikes and events! We’re updating our internal systems and moving to a new email service. Please opt-in here to ensure you continue to receive communications from Big Sur Land Trust. It’s a great way to learn about the latest guided hikes, volunteer events, and important conservation updates! If you know others who would like to keep … Read More

Thank you for a successful Race for Open Space! Everyone who participated in our 2023 Race for Open Space – along with all our volunteers, supporters, and partners – is a champion for the lands we all love. During April and May over 400 people ran, walked, and hiked at Glen Deven Ranch, Mitteldorf Preserve, Marks Ranch, or on one … Read More

Big Sur Land Trust’s stewardship team is participating in the CAL FIRE-supported Prescribed Fire Training Exchange (Cal-TREX) in June, which includes other land managers, tribal partners, agencies, and researchers. The training will be hosted by the Central Coast Prescribed Burn Association (CCPBA), which empowers the public to build a culture of good fire, and helps private landowners conduct prescribed burns in Monterey, … Read More

TONIGHT! Pre-Release Party at Alvarado Street Brewery Wednesday, May 24 5:00PM – 7:00PMAlvarado Street Brewery’s Beer Garden Do you love Big Sur Land Trust and Alvarado Street Brewery? Join us TONIGHT from 5:00PM – 7:00PM in the Beer Garden at Alvarado Street Brewery’s downtown Monterey location! We’ll be hanging out, talking about all things Big Sur Land Trust, and celebrating the pre-release of … Read More

John Wineglass’s Sacred Land: Concerto for Violin and OrchestraSaturday, May 20 & Sunday, May 21Sunset Cultural Center Commissioned by Monterey Symphony, with support from Big Sur Land Trust, Composer in ResidenceJohn Wineglass wrote his Sacred Land concerto after spending time at Glen Deven Ranch and other parts of Big Sur. Check out this brief story on the inspiration behind this powerful concerto and why John is dedicating … Read More

Gratitude | A Reflection as We Celebrate Our 45th Anniversary Here’s to you, our incredible supporters, for all you’ve made possible! There is so much to be grateful for. This special gratitude report features a lively video that celebrates 10 years of our Youth Outdoor Programs. We’re also celebrating our 45th anniversary while leading with an even bolder vision than our founders had … Read More