Progress at Ensen Community Park in Salinas Take a look at this exciting footage showing our progress on the first phase of construction at Ensen Community Park at Carr Lake in Salinas! Flying over from south to north with Sherwood Drive on the left, first you’ll see the start of a walking trail and then the future home of a new dog … Read More
$71.1M federal grant supports regional climate resilience efforts!
Thanks to a recent federal grant, the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation is leading a collaborative, multi-institutional project to build climate resilience for the Monterey Bay area’s low-lying, coastal communities threatened by sea level rise, storm surge, and flooding. We are extremely excited about this $71.1M federal investment and what it means for the coalition of partners working in our region. Our director of … Read More
Eagle Scout Project Improves Glen Deven Ranch + Thank You Fire Fighters + Birding Video
In early June, a local Eagle Scout troop, led by Roy Reneker, worked with Big Sur Land Trust’s access and infrastructure manager, Rami Shihadeh, to install a beautiful new fence at Glen Deven Ranch! Located in an area occasionally used for parking, this fence serves an important role as a visual and physical barrier for the nearby ledge. See photos here! … Read More
Race for Open Space Wrap-Up + Hoppy Hiker benefit still pouring! + Glen Deven opens
Race for Open Space is a wrap! And just like that, our sixth Race for Open Space is a wrap! Now it’s all about expressing our deep gratitude for the amazing people that made this event so memorable. From the participants to our volunteers, our sponsors and our partners, we could not have done this without you. Be sure to … Read More
Race Day Registration 5/11 for Fun Run, 25k & 35k + Hoppy Hiker IPA Fundraiser + BSLT Swag Discount
Hooray! Race for Open Space weekend is here! Sign up on race day, Saturday, May 11, for the 1-mile Fun Run and the 25k and 35k trail runs! If you’re running the 25k or 35k, arrive at MPRPD’s Palo Corona Regional Park by 6:45am to sign up. If you’re joining our family-friendly Fun Run, please arrive by 8:15am to register. We are … Read More
Celebrate Earth Month & Arbor Day with a hike or an event!
Mitteldorf Preserve & Marks Ranch Open for Hiking There’s no better way to celebrate Earth Day/Month and Arbor Day than getting outdoors! And we have the perfect spots for you to get grounded with Mother Earth and experience the wild beauty of our nature preserves. Mitteldorf Preserve has reopened so treat yourself to a walk in the redwoods or head to Marks Ranch … Read More
Glen Deven Ranch Update + Find us at Earth Month Activities
Closed: Glen Deven Ranch Self-Guided Hiking In support of our neighbors in Palo Colorado Canyon and Big Sur, we are suspending hiking at Glen Deven Ranch. Reducing traffic on Highway 1 and through the canyon is important during these challenging times. We appreciate your understanding! Monterey Museum of Art’s Block Party Saturday, April 611:00am – 4:00pmMonterey Museum of Art Join … Read More
Big Sur Land Trust Begins Construction of Ensen Community Park
Starting with 6-acre traditional park at the 73-acre site in the center of Salinas SALINAS, CA — Big Sur Land Trust has begun the first stage of construction on Ensen Community Park, a new park in the center of Salinas. Located at the Land Trust’s 73-acre site at Carr Lake, this 6-acre traditional park will include amenities such as a children’s playground, … Read More
A name has been chosen for the future park in Salinas!
After an extensive community-based process that began in July 2023, we are excited to reveal that the name of the future park in the center of Salinas is Ensen Community Park! “Ensen” is an Indigenous word which means blackberry. The name was suggested by Louise J. Miranda Ramirez, Tribal Chairwoman of the Ohlone/Costanoan-Esselen Nation (OCEN). Blackberries were an important food … Read More
Race for Open Space Trail Highlight + More Events
A Closer Look at the Race for Open Space 35k+ Though there’s an event for everyone, the 35k+ trail run is the longest, most challenging offering of our 2024 Race for Open Space courses, boasting 5400’ of cumulative ascent! Not for the faint of heart, the Lunch Bench Lollipop is a stunning, full tour of Palo Corona Regional Park’s backcountry … Read More