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Those of us that enjoy easy access to neighborhood parks, walking trails, and outdoor gathering spots experience the healthy benefits of being in nature on a regular basis. But, because there are not enough parks nearby, our neighbors in Salinas do not have the opportunity to experience as many of these important mental and physical health benefits. Just like the … Read More

MCGives! 2022 We are so excited to be part of the Monterey County Gives! campaign again this year to support our Carr Lake Park project. For decades, community members and leaders have advocated for a park in the heart of the city at Carr Lake. You can help make that dream come true. The project will be built in two phases: Your generous … Read More

It’s been a week full of fantastic news at Big Sur Land Trust! We are deeply grateful and so excited about the Salinas City Council’s unanimous decision to authorize the contribution of $1,000,000 as an initial step toward closing our Carr Lake Park project’s funding gap. The money will be coming from the City’s available fund balance. We’re sending our … Read More

Thanks to the Nonprofit Alliance of Monterey County (NAMC) for honoring our director of conservation Rachel Saunders with the Unsung Hero Award for Leadership at their annual awards celebration in September! Rachel was nominated for her wealth of expertise, but also for her deep connection and dedication to the natural world and all its inhabitants. As she humbly accepted her award, Rachel said, “It’s … Read More

Cal Fire Crews Make Mitteldorf Preserve Safer Over the last several weeks, Cal Fire crews created defensible space around the lodge and the legacy redwood tree at Mitteldorf Preserve. Crews removed ceanothus, surface and ladder fuels, and several dead, downed tanoaks around the lodge and the bunkhouse. Cal Fire will now be working with Hadley Hargrove, Big Sur Land Trust’s preserve manager, to identify and … Read More

Volunteer Spotlight: Irene Rosen We consider Irene Rosen a superstar for so many reasons. She’s a wildflower expert extraordinaire and an iNaturalist contributor beyond compare! You’ll often find her out on one of our nature preserves taking close-up photos of flora and fauna. Irene is a true force of nature as a prolific contributor to Big Sur Land Trust’s iNaturalist database. … Read More

State Senator John Laird Secures $2M for Carmel River FREE! We want to express our deepest gratitude to California State Senator John Laird (D-Santa Cruz) for including funding for the Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement Project (Carmel River FREE) in the $60 million he recently secured in the state budget process for priorities in District 17. With all … Read More

Please comment by Sunday, July 10! Thanks to supporters like you, we are able to conserve unique Monterey County landscapes, keep these treasured lands healthy and resilient, provide access to more outdoor experiences, and inspire the next generation of young nature enthusiasts. You are a vital part of Big Sur Land Trust’s community, and we want to serve you better … Read More

We want to hear from you! Thanks to supporters like you, we are able to conserve unique Monterey County landscapes, keep these treasured lands healthy and resilient, provide access to more outdoor experiences, and inspire the next generation of young nature enthusiasts. You are a vital part of Big Sur Land Trust’s community, and we want to serve you better … Read More

Photo Credit: David Mullally Thanks to all Race for Open Space Participants, Supporters, Sponsors, and Partners Everyone who participated, supported, and volunteered at this year’s Race for Open Space is a champion for Big Sur Land Trust’s mission! Over 400 people ran, walked, and hiked at Glen Deven Ranch, Mitteldorf Preserve, Marks Ranch, or on one of our special Adventure Courses. Between … Read More