Even though 2021 held much more uncertainty than we all had hoped, because of our amazing donors, volunteers, funders, and partners, Big Sur Land Trust was able to more readily respond to the challenges that we faced. Through it all, … Read More
Amazing news about our Carr Lake park project in Salinas!
With profound gratitude, I am excited to share that California State Parks has awarded Big Sur Land Trust nearly $8.5M! This critical Proposition 68 funding will support the final design and construction of the neighborhood park element at our Carr … Read More
Celebrate #GivingTuesday with MCGives! + New December Events
Celebrate #GivingTuesday with MCGives! It’s #GivingTuesday! Grassroots generosity and community action are powerful forces for good, especially in challenging times – and you can make a difference for Big Sur Land Trust right now. We believe one key to sustained … Read More
Gratitude first! + Upcoming Events
Gratitude for YOU! At Big Sur Land Trust, we do our best to focus on gratitude. Gratitude for the land, for the resilience that nature shows us, and for YOU — our amazing supporters, volunteers, partners, and funders. As we … Read More
Support BSLT through MCGives! + Upcoming hike & events
Photo Credit: Lisa Wegley Support Big Sur Land Trust through MCGives! Give today through December 31 We are grateful to be part of Monterey County Gives! One key to sustaining community health is that people of all ages, no matter where they … Read More
Watch a fly-over of Mitteldorf’s Dewing Redwood + More gratitude
As we approach the end of 2021, we wanted to celebrate the impact you, our incredible supporters, have made during these past 18 months. It has been challenging and yet there is still so much to be grateful for. This special … Read More
Mitteldorf Preserve is Open for Hiking + Free Drill Seeding Rangeland Demo at Marks Ranch
Mitteldorf Preserve is open for hiking! We’re excited to announce that the installation of our new bridge at Mitteldorf Preserve in Carmel Valley is complete! Because of our generous donors, partners, and funders, this work was possible – and now hike reservations are … Read More
Marks Ranch is Open for Hiking!
After months of significant recovery efforts by our stewardship team and volunteers, Marks Ranch in Salinas is open for hiking! Over a year ago, the ranch served as incident command center during the River Fire while several acres burned on the property. When the fire … Read More
Salinas City Council Approves Carr Lake Park Project!
Salinas City Council Approves Carr Lake Park Project! It was unanimous! On Tuesday, September 14 the Salinas City Council supported the resolution to adopt the mitigated negative declaration for the Carr Lake Park project and approved the General Plan amendment … Read More
On 9/14 Advocate for Carr Lake Park @ Salinas City Council Meeting
Advocate for Carr Lake Park on Tuesday, September 14 Big Sur Land Trust is proposing the construction of a new park, recreational facility, and wetlands project on 73 acres located at 618 Sherwood Drive in Salinas. You can advocate for … Read More