BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Big Sur Land Trust - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Big Sur Land Trust X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Big Sur Land Trust REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221118T133000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20221003T202620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T202620Z UID:10000092-1668763800-1668778200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Iceplant Pull | November 18 DESCRIPTION:Join the BSLT team at Martin Dunes as we pull iceplant to give the local dune ecosystem more space to thrive. \nAlthough iceplant has been almost completely eradicated from the Martin Dunes preserve in Marina\, we must keep it in check. Endangered endemic species like the legless lizard and the Smith’s blue butterfly are depending on us! \nPlease join us Friday\, November 18th to pull iceplant along with other Big Sur Land Trust volunteers and staff. We’ll also pick up trash along the way. Snacks will be provided. Sign up today! URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/iceplant-pull-november-18/ LOCATION:Martin Dunes\, Marina\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Martin-Dunes-Iceplant-Pull-Volunteer-Event-2019JCN_5817.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221113T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221113T160000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20221013T211321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221013T211524Z UID:10000095-1668324600-1668355200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Half Marathon Sustainability Sweep | November 13 DESCRIPTION:Last spring\, Big Sur Land Trust partnered with Blue Strike Environmental as members of their ‘Green Team’ to make the Big Sur International Marathon a sustainable and eco-friendly event. This fall let’s do it again for the Monterey Bay Half Marathon! \nOn Sunday\, November 13th volunteer on the Monterey Bay Half Marathon’s ‘Green Team’ on behalf of Big Sur Land Trust\, as we help ‘leave no trace’ by sweeping the course of litter (7:30am-12:30pm shift) or sorting recyclables/compostables from trash and help with event tear-down (11:30am-4pm). Please sign up here using the password BSLT. \nKids are welcome (they do not need an RSVP) but must be accompanied by an adult. Volunteers should bring snacks\, lunch\, water\, and sun protection. \nRegister here >> URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/monterey-bay-half-marathon-sustainability-sweep-november-13/ CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/MB-Half-Marathon.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T110000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20221012T173923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T173923Z UID:10000093-1666260000-1666263600@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation | October 20 DESCRIPTION:Your dedication to your community is what makes it a vibrant place! You have chosen to become a volunteer with Big Sur Land Trust and we want us to get better acquainted. Whether you are a new or current volunteer\, please join us virtually on Thursday\, October 20 from 10:00am – 11:00am in our Volunteer Orientation via Microsoft Teams. \nRegister >> URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/volunteer-orientation-october-20/ CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Marks-Ranch-Maintenance-Monday-Volunteer-Event-6-7-2021-by-Maureen-CaseyMaureen-Casey-3-1-e1743107768496.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221015T120000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220922T203142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T222848Z UID:10000091-1665824400-1665835200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:iNaturalist Oak Sapling and Sycamore Survey | October 15 DESCRIPTION:Help us survey Marks Ranch for oak and sycamore saplings! \n\n\n\n\n\nGive Big Sur Land Trust’s stewardship team a hand by joining us on Saturday\, October 15 to conduct an oak sapling and sycamore survey at Marks Ranch using the citizen science app\, iNaturalist. Knowing where these species are will help our team plan future projects and will improve the monitoring they do to protect these species from harmful herbivory and other impacts. If you will be joining us\, please download iNaturalist onto your phone in advance of the event. \nPlease note that minors will need to register individually and be accompanied by an adult. \nRegister Here URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/inaturalist-oak-sapling-and-sycamore-survey-october-15/ LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Marks-Ranch-Community-Event-4-28-2018DSC_0141-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220925T113000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220729T192806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T211444Z UID:10000086-1664100000-1664105400@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Tour of Carmel River FREE Project Site DESCRIPTION:Sign up now for one of our Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement project (Carmel River FREE) tours on: \n\nSunday\, September 25 – SOLD OUT!\n\n9:00am-10:30am\n10:00am-11:30am\n\n\n\nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River FREE is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. After the site visit\, you may opt to continue hiking a variety of regional park trails\, including heading up to Animas Pond and Inspiration Point for amazing views of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and the Carmel Lagoon. \nClick here to sign up for one of the Carmel River FREE Project Tours. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/tour-of-carmel-river-free-project-site/2022-09-25/2/ CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CRFree.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220925T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220925T103000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220729T192806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T211444Z UID:10000085-1664096400-1664101800@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Tour of Carmel River FREE Project Site DESCRIPTION:Sign up now for one of our Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement project (Carmel River FREE) tours on: \n\nSunday\, September 25 – SOLD OUT!\n\n9:00am-10:30am\n10:00am-11:30am\n\n\n\nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River FREE is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. After the site visit\, you may opt to continue hiking a variety of regional park trails\, including heading up to Animas Pond and Inspiration Point for amazing views of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and the Carmel Lagoon. \nClick here to sign up for one of the Carmel River FREE Project Tours. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/tour-of-carmel-river-free-project-site/2022-09-25/1/ CATEGORIES:Community Events,Guided Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/CRFree.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220916T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220916T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220804T152942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T153331Z UID:10000089-1663320600-1663338600@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Light Stewardship Event - Trail Tending at Mitteldorf Preserve | September 16 DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a light stewardship event at Mitteldorf Preserve as we take a gentle walk up Williams Canyon Road clearing rocks and clipping encroaching twigs from the trail. Participants should be prepared to walk up to 4 miles total. \nLight stewardship events with Big Sur Land Trust are family friendly. Please note that all participants\, including kids\, must be registered individually. Kids must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \nRSVP here! URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/light-stewardship-event-trail-tending-at-mitteldorf-preserve-september-16/ LOCATION:Mitteldorf Preserve CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Stewardship_MitteldorfPreserve_3_28_22_Emily-Towne_-DSC_6066.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220829T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220829T170000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220804T152811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220804T152811Z UID:10000088-1661781600-1661792400@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Iceplant Pull at Martin Dunes | August 29 DESCRIPTION:Although iceplant has been almost completely eradicated from the Martin Dunes preserve in Marina\, we must keep it in check. Endangered endemic species like the legless lizard and the Smith’s blue butterfly are depending on us! \nPlease join us Monday\, August 29 to pull iceplant along with other BSLT volunteers and staff. We’ll also pick up trash along the way. Snacks will be provided. Sign up today! \nRSVP here! URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/iceplant-pull-at-martin-dunes-august-29/ LOCATION:Martin Dunes\, Marina\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Martin-Dunes-Iceplant-Pull-Volunteer-Event-2019JCN_5817.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220809T185535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T185535Z UID:10000090-1660906800-1660917600@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Irrigation Line Sorting at Glen Deven Ranch DESCRIPTION:We have recently removed a lot of irrigation lines from our restoration site at Glen Deven Ranch and need help sorting out the useable line and fittings! This involves removing fittings (emitter heads\, T-joints\, metal clamps\, etc. and sorting them) and then sorting out useable stretches of irrigation line itself. This will likely require cutting out the damaged sections of line and then sorting by thickness. The lines are currently in 2 piles at the property – 1 near the entrance gate and 1 near the property caretakers house in the driveway. \nSpace is limited so sign up today! URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/irrigation-line-sorting-at-glen-deven-ranch/ LOCATION:Glen Deven Ranch CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Glen-Deven-Ranch-2021-42.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220426T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220426T193000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220419T225530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T225530Z UID:10000079-1650994200-1651001400@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Spring Cleaning at Marks Ranch | April 26 DESCRIPTION:Tuesday April 26\n5:30PM-7:30PM\nMarks Ranch \nThe weather is nice and we are out and about celebrating spring in our own personal way! From a napkin to a reusable bottle\, inevitably stuff gets left behind. \nYou are invited to join the Big Sur Land Trust at Marks Ranch for a spring cleaning walk with a mission to ensure we leave no trace. \nJoin us Tuesday\, April 26 from 5:30PM to 7:30PM for this family-friendly volunteer event. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Sign up today! \n\n \nBy clicking ‘Submit’ above\, you agree that you have read and agree with the terms of the Liability Waiver and Video & Photo Release and that the information you provided is accurate. You furthermore agree that your submission of this form\, via the ‘Submit’ button\, shall constitute the execution of this document in exactly the same manner as if you had signed\, by hand\, a paper version of this agreement. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/spring-cleaning-at-marks-ranch-april-26/ LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/MR-Flowers.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220401 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220501 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220203T225743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T224021Z UID:10000076-1648771200-1651363199@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:2022 Race for Open Space DESCRIPTION:Thanks to all Race for Open Space Participants\, Supporters\, Sponsors\, and Partners \nEveryone 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. \nBetween all of these stellar humans who found their wonder out on the lands they love and our generous sponsors\, we raised $69\,000! \nThough everyone’s a winner in our book\, here are the top finishers in each of our Race for Open Space categories: \nSPEEDY RUNNER AWARDS (Based on the results submitted online) \n\nChristina Moreno (Glen Deven Ranch)\nRobin Dickson (Marks Ranch)\nDavid Loutzenheiser (Marks Ranch)\nRobin Dickson (Mitteldorf Preserve 4-mile)\nWilliam Tovar (Mitteldorf Preserve 4-mile)\nBarratt Rowley (Mitteldorf Preserve 8.5-mile)\nMegan Thomas (Mitteldorf Preserve 8.5-mile)\nStian Goransson (San Jose Creek 9-mile)\nSylvie Maxwell (San Jose Creek 9-mile)\nSteve White (Palo Corona 10-mile)\nGraciela Wilcox (Palo Corona 10-mile)\nRobert Beverly (Palo Corona 21-mile)\nKara Hall (Palo Corona 21-mile)\n\nMOST MILES AWARDS \n\nEmily Motz (individual)\nHikers for Mother Earth (team)\n\nTOP FUNDRAISERS \n\nLinda Mullally (individual fundraiser)\nCoastal Pup Pack (team fundraiser)\n\niNATURALIST SUPERHERO \n\nFred Watson (Most iNaturalist species observed on BSLT nature preserves)\n\nPHOTO CONTEST WINNERS \n\nKimberle Herring (Tiny Treasures)\nDavid Mullally (Animal Sightings)\nPenny Partch (Connecting to the Land)\nWilliam Tovar (Sense of Community)\n\n\n \n \n \n \n Kimberle Herring (Tiny Treasures)\n \n \n \n \n \n David Mullally (Animal Sightings)\n \n \n \n \n \n Penny Partch (Connecting to the Land)\n \n \n \n \n \n William Tovar (Sense of Community)\n \n \n\nTake a look at all the photo submissions here! \nAs we begin planning next year’s Race for Open Space\, we are sending all our gratitude from our hearts to yours. \n  \nADVENTURE COURSE PARTNERS \n\n  \nSPONSORS \nWe are grateful for the contributions from runners\, partners\, and sponsors including: URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/2022-race-for-open-space/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/ROS_22.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220326T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220326T140000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220308T225028Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T220356Z UID:10000078-1648288800-1648303200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED | French Broom Removal | March 26 DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED \n\nFrench Broom Removal – Volunteer Event\nGlen Deven Ranch\nSaturday\, March 26 from 10:00AM-2:00PM \nJoin us at Glen Deven Ranch as we work to conserve the cultivated coastal grasslands of the property from the spread French Broom (Genista). \nFrench Broom is a fast spreading species which forms dense monocultures if left unmanaged. It can be devastating to the micro habitats of the Ranch\, especially the grasslands. Together with your help and the help of our partners we will be treating a large stand of French broom; ensuring that the population does not continue to spread across the Ranch. \nAt the event you will be helping us pull French Broom sprouts before they have a chance to grow and seed. You’ll also be hearing from our Project Manager Alex Kalish the effects of French Broom on the grasslands of the Central Coast. \n  URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/french-broom-removal-march-26/ LOCATION:Glen Deven Ranch CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Glen-Deven-Ranch-2020-14.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220219T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220219T133000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220204T201740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T185912Z UID:10000077-1645263000-1645277400@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Event – Iceplant Pull DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Volunteer Event – Iceplant Pull\nSaturday\, February 19 | 9:30AM – 1:30PM\nMartin Dunes \nDespite our efforts last month\, the sensitive dune habitat at Martin Dunes still demands our attention. Although the invasive iceplant has been eradicated almost completely from from this part of the dune system\, we must keep it in check. Endangered endemic species like the legless lizard and the Smith’s blue butterfly depend on it. \nPlease join us Saturday\, February 19 to pull iceplant with BSLT volunteers and staff. Snacks will be provided. Invite your friends and sign up today! \nThis is a family friendly event. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-event-iceplant-pull-2/ LOCATION:Martin Dunes\, Marina\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Martin-Dunes-Volunteer-Iceplant-pull-1-29-2022-43.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220129T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220129T130000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20220119T201815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T185809Z UID:10000075-1643448600-1643461200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Stewardship Volunteer Event - Iceplant Pull DESCRIPTION:Stewardship Volunteer Event – Iceplant Pull\nSaturday\, January 29 | 9:30AM – 1:00PM\nMartin Dunes\n \nAlthough the invasive iceplant has almost completely been eradicated from Martin Dunes in Marina\, we must keep it in check. Endangered endemic species like the legless lizard and the Smith’s blue butterfly depend on it. \nWe invite you to join us Saturday\, January 29 in an iceplant pulling volunteer event. We’ll also pick up trash along the way. Sign up today! \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/stewardship-volunteer-event-iceplant-pull/ LOCATION:Martin Dunes\, Marina\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Martin-Dunes-Iceplant-Pull-Volunteers-Sept-2019-by-JC-10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220102T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220102T143000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20211214T002301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T185823Z UID:10000074-1641121200-1641133800@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Restoration Planting Volunteer Event | January 2 DESCRIPTION:Restoration Planting Volunteer Event\nSunday\, January 2 2022 | 11:00AM – 2:30PM \nBig Sur Land Trust has been slowly restoring 19-acres of Glen Deven Ranch following a massive Eucalyptus Removal Project which ended in 2019. Nearly half of the site has already revegetated but the challenging southern slope\, which is prone to landslides\, still remains an obstacle on the path to reestablishing native cover. Come be a part of the restoration and join in on planting and spreading native seed! \nYou will help us plant approximately 200 plants within the Eucalyptus Removal footprint to restore native vegetation cover and stabilize the eroding slope. Wear close toed shoes. If you forget your gloves\, we have you covered! Snacks and water will be provided. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/restoration-planting-volunteer-event-january-2/ LOCATION:Glen Deven Ranch CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/JCN_6640.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20211203T000650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T185828Z UID:10000073-1639216800-1639234800@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:FULL | Restoration Planting Day | December 11 DESCRIPTION:FULL!\nGlen Deven Ranch\nSaturday\, December 11\, 2021\n10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nBig Sur Land Trust has been slowly restoring 19-acres of Glen Deven Ranch following a massive Eucalyptus Removal Project which ended in 2019. Nearly half of the site has already revegetated but the challenging southern slope\, which is prone to landslides\, still remains an obstacle on the path to reestablishing native cover. Come be a part of the restoration and join in on planting and spreading native seed! \nYou will help us plant approximately 200 plants within the Eucalyptus Removal footprint to restore native vegetation cover and stabilize the eroding slope. Wear long a long sleeve shirt and close toed shoes. If you forget your gloves\, we have you covered! Snacks and water will be provided. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/restoration-planting-day-december-11/ LOCATION:Glen Deven Ranch CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Glen-Deven-Ranch-2017-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211202T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211202T173000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20211112T180149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T185854Z UID:10000071-1638462600-1638466200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:You Make It Possible | December 2 DESCRIPTION:You Make It Possible\nThursday\, December 2\n4:30pm – 5:30pm \nWith gratitude for all that your support has made possible\, we invite you to join our virtual celebration of how partnerships make Big Sur Land Trust’s work possible. Our President and CEO Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis\, our community partners\, and staff will share inspirational stories of your support in action during this year and what we look forward to accomplishing in 2022. We’ll also provide a sneak peek into next year’s events and you’ll have an opportunity to ask questions. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/you-make-it-possible-december-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/K2_7249.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211120T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20211103T171730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T185907Z UID:10000070-1637398800-1637416800@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Docent-led Hike | November 20 DESCRIPTION:Docent-led hikes are back! Our volunteer hike leaders are very excited to get on the lands we all love with you. \nSaturday\, November 20\n9:00am – 2:00pm\nMartin Dunes\, Marina\n \nLevel of difficulty- moderately strenuous as we’ll be trekking around the coastline and sand dunes. \nMartin Dunes is a 125-acre biological wonderland filled with wind-swept sands\, wildflowers\, and spectacular views. You’ll want to bring binoculars to view everything this unique ancient seafloor offers including 17 different rare and threatened plants and animals. Wear layers as temperatures can vary. Pack water\, sunscreen\, snacks\, and a blanket to sit on. No pets\, please. \nSince space is limited\, you may be notified that you are on a waitlist. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to seeing you soon!\n\nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/docent-led-hike-november-20/ CATEGORIES:Community Events,Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/JCN_4164.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211117T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211117T123000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20211005T220616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190001Z UID:10000067-1637139600-1637152200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Drill Seeding Rangeland Demonstration Day | November 17 DESCRIPTION:Free Field Demonstration \nWednesday\, November 17 from 9:00am – 12:30pm at Marks Ranch \nBig Sur Land Trust’s Marks Ranch has served as a grazing land for livestock for many years. However\, grazing operations were interrupted in 2016 with the Soberanes Fire and again in 2020 with the River Fire when\, throughout the duration of these wildfires\, the ranch served as the incident command center. The equipment and personnel activities on the staging area resulted in compacted soil and absence of vegetation covering. As part of the recovery efforts\, Big Sur Land Trust and the California Marine Sanctuary Foundation have implemented rangeland seeding on the impacted area. \nRangeland seeding is a practice that can restore degraded land while increasing healthy forage for livestock. It can also improve soil health\, re-establish native vegetation that increases habitat value\, create pollinator habitat\, improve water filtration\, increase carbon sequestration\, among many other benefits. Depending on your goals and your land structure\, drill seeding can be an effective method to implement during your seeding project. Drill seeders directly place seeds into the soil with minimal ground disturbance. The Truax seeder\, that will be used in the live demonstration of drill seeding\, can be calibrated to provide an even seeding rate of large\, small\, and fluffy seeds. \nJoin us in the field to learn more about drill seeding and alternative seeding methods. Watch a live demonstration of drill seeding at Marks Ranch. Gain an understanding of what factors to consider when implementing a rangeland seeding project and how to determine best seed mixtures. Learn how the Healthy Soils Program can help fund your rangeland seeding project. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. \nFor more information\, download our flyer here and contact Jazmine Mejia-Muñoz at jazmine@californiamsf.org or call (661) 331-2612. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/drill-seeding-rangeland-demonstration-day-november-17/ LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_153730369_513546644649_1_original.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211113T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211113T150000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20211103T171637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190009Z UID:10000069-1636788600-1636815600@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:FULL! Docent-led Hike | November 13 DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This hike has reached capacity and is now full. \nDocent-led hikes are back! Our volunteer hike leaders are very excited to get on the lands we all love with you. \nSaturday\, November 13\n7:30am – 3:00pm\nArroyo Seco Ranch\, Greenfield \nLevel of Difficulty – moderately strenuous. \nThis full-day hike will take you through rich riparian habitat\, dense oak woodlands\, steep canyons and a historical location on the ranch. Along the way\, you’ll be treated to sweeping views of the Arroyo Seco Watershed. Hiking poles highly recommended for shallow river crossings\, steep slopes and rocky terrain. Temperatures can be expected to exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. Elevation gain – 500 ft. Distance – 4 miles. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/docent-led-hike-november-13/ LOCATION:Arroyo Seco\, Meet at Wild Goose Café 18 E Carmel Valley Road\, Carmel Valley\, CA\, 93924\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Hikes ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Arroyo-Seo-Hike-2021-by-Jose-Carlos-Navarro-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210925T130000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210916T215913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190019Z UID:10000066-1632564000-1632574800@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:FULL | Iceplant Pulling Volunteer Event | September 25 DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 25\n10:00AM to 1:00PM\nMartin Dunes in Marina\n \nAlthough the invasive iceplant has almost been completely eradicated from Martin Dunes in Marina\, we must keep it in check. Endangered endemic species like the legless lizard and the Smith’s blue butterfly depend on it. \nWe invite you to join us Saturday September 25th in a land stewardship volunteer event to continue our work of nurturing the native dune ecosystem at Martin Dunes. We’ll also pick up trash along the way. We need 8 to 10 volunteers\, so sign up today! \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/iceplant-pulling-volunteer-event-september-25/ LOCATION:Martin Dunes\, Marina\, CA\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/JCN_5817-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210825T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210825T163000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210730T162026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190032Z UID:10000063-1629903600-1629909000@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Oak Tree Restoration for Rangelands DESCRIPTION:Oak Tree Restoration for Rangelands \nAugust 25\, 2021 from 3:00pm – 4:30pm on Zoom \nOak woodlands perform numerous important ecosystem services including scenic beauty\, erosion prevention\, improving water quality and infiltration\, regulating water flow in watersheds\, providing habitat for bird and animal species\, increasing biodiversity\, and GHG sequestration as well as improving soil health. Oaks are healthy for rangelands for many of these same reasons\, plus they provide shade for grazing animals and increase soil water storage for a longer “green” period. The decrease in oaks has been attributed to many factors including overgrazing\, fire suppression\, excessive ground squirrel and gopher activity\, invasive species\, poor management practices and human development. The California Oak Foundation projects that over 1 million acres of woodland will be lost to development in the upcoming 30 years. Rangeland represents the best opportunity for oak restoration and together we can help regenerate vital oak woodlands\, but it’s not easy – so take advantage of this unique opportunity to learn from experts now! \nJoin us in a virtual tour of an oak tree restoration project in Monterey County. Learn what factors to consider when implementing an oak tree restoration project and how to determine if your location is appropriate for restoration. We will review lessons learned from two long term Oak Tree Restoration Projects in California. Learn how the the Healthy Soils Program can help fund your oak tree restoration project. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. \nShare and download the flyer with those who may also be interested here. \nThis event is supported by the ‘California Climate Investments’ program. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/oak-tree-restoration-for-rangelands/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_142697589_513546644649_1_original.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210726T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210726T200000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210713T214832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190044Z UID:10000062-1627318800-1627329600@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Maintenance Monday | July 26 DESCRIPTION:Monday\, July 26\n5:00 – 8:00pm \nWe enjoyed seeing familiar faces and meeting new volunteers last month during our first Maintenance Monday! If you were unable to attend that event\, you can sign up for this one! \nMaintenance Mondays is a series of volunteer events to make the land more resilient\, enjoyable and safe for wildlife and people alike. We invite you to join us for the next event on Monday\, July 26th at Marks Ranch to continue our work as we prepare the trails for reopening! \nAs part of the event we will be passing out tickets for a raffle that will take place that same evening. Free beer from our friends at Alvarado Street Brewing will be provided. So come join in and grab a beer as we work together on the Lands You Love. \nOnly 15 spots are available so sign-up today! \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/maintenance-monday-july-26/ LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/JCN_4998.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210617T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210617T183000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210521T183651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190049Z UID:10000060-1623951000-1623954600@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:An evening with Dr. Matthew Savoca | June 17 DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, June 17\n5:30 – 6:30pm \nWe all know that plastic poses a threat to our environment and to animals. Join us for a virtual presentation from Dr. Matthew Savoca\, as he shares his findings on why marine animals mistake plastic for food. We’ll even learn about some cool new research that hasn’t yet been published! \nDr. Matthew Savoca is a postdoctoral researcher at the Hopkins Marine Station of Stanford University. Matthew completed his PhD in Ecology at the University of California\, Davis\, where his research focused on why marine animals mistake plastic debris for prey items. This work received international media attention from NPR\, The BBC\, The New York Times\, and National Geographic\, among other outlets. He earned a Science and SciLifeLab Prize for Young Scientists in 2018 for an essay describing his doctoral work. He currently studies the foraging behavior of baleen whales and their possible interactions with microplastics. Matthew is also passionate about science communication and maintains an active science blog and writes for The Conversation. Several of these popular science articles have been republished by venues including the San Francisco Chronicle\, Scientific American\, and the Washington Post. For more information\, visit his website at: MatthewSavocaEcology.weebly.com \nSign up to join us below. \n  \nPRESENTING SPONSOR: \n \nLEGACY SPONSOR: \n \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/an-evening-with-dr-matthew-savoca-june-17/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/MatthewSavoca.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210607T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210607T200000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210601T221844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190053Z UID:10000061-1623085200-1623096000@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:FULL - Maintenance Monday | June 7 DESCRIPTION:EVENT CLOSED\nThis volunteer event is now full. Stay tuned for more opportunities! \nMaintenance Monday at Marks Ranch\nBig Sur Land Trust is kicking off this summer season with our first ever Maintenance Monday! We’ll be out at Marks Ranch cutting back some of the growth from this past year and preparing the trails for reopening! \nAs part of the event we will be passing out tickets for a raffle next month and providing a free beer from our friends at Alvarado Street Brewing. So come join in and grab a beer as we work together on the lands you love. \nDate: Monday\, June 7\, 2021\nTime: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/maintenance-monday-june-7/ LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/IMG_2693-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T180000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210427T185717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190057Z UID:10000059-1620320400-1620324000@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Race for Open Space Virtual After-Party DESCRIPTION:We want to celebrate everyone who participated in this year’s virtual Race for Open Space! Come join us for our virtual after-party as we unveil all the results. There will be prize drawings and more fun to share. We hope to see you there! \nWHEN:\nThursday\, May 6\n5:00-6:00\n \nWHERE:\nZoom Meeting \nRSVP:\nComplete the registration form below to RSVP. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/race-for-open-space-virtual-after-party/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ROS-FYW-VirtualAfterParty.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210404 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210426 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20190727T041819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T181500Z UID:10000024-1617494400-1619395199@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:2021 Race for Open Space DESCRIPTION:Trail Run/Walk \nApril 4 – 25\, 2021 \nThanks to all Race for Open Space participants\, supporters\, sponsors\, and partners!\nEveryone who participated\, supported\, and volunteered at this year’s Race for Open Space (ROS) was a force for nature! 450 people ran\, walked\, and hiked safely and socially distanced at Glen Deven Ranch\, Mitteldorf Preserve\, in their own neighborhoods\, or on our special Adventure Courses! Many supporters donated as well. All of these stellar humans found their wonder and raised $25\,000 for the lands they love! Plus\, our generous sponsors contributed $21\,000. \nBut wait! There’s more…Thanks to the thirsty folks who purchased some yummy Hoppy Hiker Hazy IPA\, Alvarado Street Brewery raised an additional $10\,000 for healthy lands\, healthy people\, and healthy communities. This makes everyone a winner! \nAnd we know you really want to hear who the winners in each of our Race for Open Space categories are: \nSPEEDY RUNNER AWARDS \n2.4-miles at Glen Deven Ranch: \n\nDavid Loutzenheiser (18:59) and Linda Sereno (20:41)\nYouth: David Oliver and Juliet Oliver (1:30:00)\n\n4-miles at Mitteldorf Preserve: \n\nWilliam Tovar (38:06) and Franca Rossi (42:52)\nYouth: David Oliver and Juliet Oliver (1:30:00)\n\n8.5-miles at Mitteldorf Preserve: \n\nLinda Sereno (1:25:14) and David Loutzenheiser (1:31:49)\nYouth: Luca Gurdgiev (1:34:37)\n\n9-miles\, Palo Corona to San Jose Creek Trail: \n\nAnthony Davi (1:23:25) and Emily Cole (1:37:15)\nYouth: Isabella Davi (1:39:33)\n\n21-miles\, Palo Corona to Mitteldorf Preserve: \n\nJenny Jacox (3:22:34) and Mike Jacox (3:22:37)\nSpecial recognition to Robert Beverly (3:24:48)\, just a hair behind in pace!\n\nMOST MILES AWARDS \n\nTop Male: Mark Beering (293.09 miles recorded)\nTop Female: Emily Motz (198.18 miles recorded)\nTop team:\n\nIn 3rd place: York School\, Monterey with 121 miles recorded!\nIn 2nd place: The Monterey Bay Moves team with 125 miles recorded!\nIn 1st place: The Trailblazers for the Lands We Love team with 133.5 miles recorded!\n\n\n\nWant to know who won our photo contest? Check it out below and take a look at all the submissions here! \nAs we begin planning next year’s Race for Open Space\, we are sending all our gratitude from our hearts to yours. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \nADVENTURE COURSE PARTNERS \n\nSPONSORS \nWe are grateful for the contributions from runners\, partners\, and sponsors including: \nSummit Circle \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n\nKAZU \n\n \n KAZU\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\nKRML \n\n \n KRML\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\nMonterey County Weekly \n\n \n Monterey County Weekly\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\nRadio Bilingüe \n\n \n Radio Bilingüe\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\nSalinas Valley Chamber of Commerce \n\n \n Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nPresident’s Circle \n\nSteward \n\nTrailblazer \n\nConservator \n\nIn-Kind  URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/race-for-open-space/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ROS-FYW-Image_PhotoCred.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210319T193000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20210301T221221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T224706Z UID:10000058-1616176800-1616182200@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:FREE Funding Resources for Fire Preparedness Practices and Restoration DESCRIPTION:FREE Webinar: Funding Resources for Fire Preparedness Practices and Restoration on Rangelands\nFriday\, March 19\n6:00 – 7:30 PM PT \nJoin experts on post-fire restoration\, representatives from the Natural Resources Conservation Service\, and BSLT’s director of stewardship\, Patrick Riparetti for a free webinar! You’ll learn about best practices and funding resources for rangeland fire preparedness and restoration. You’ll also hear about BSLT’s implementation of the Healthy Soils restoration program at Marks Ranch. \nLearn more by viewing a flyer here. \nRegister for free by clicking here. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/funding-resources-for-fire-preparedness-practices-and-restoration/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_125882017_513546644649_1_original.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201209T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201209T173000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20201106T213253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190202Z UID:10000057-1607531400-1607535000@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Kiss the Ground | Big Sur Land Trust's Virtual Movie Club DESCRIPTION:December 9 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm \nOur book club events have been so successful\, we’re adding films into the mix! Now available on Netflix and on Vimeo for $1\, the documentary Kiss the Ground unpacks the ways the earth’s soil may be the key to combating climate change. Big Sur Land Trust is starting our own healthy soils program as part of the fire recovery efforts at Marks Ranch! \nHear from Agricultural Water Quality Coordinator from NOAA’s Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Pam Krone and regenerative rancher and author Doniga Markegard – whose family ranch is featured in Kiss the Ground. Watch the film on your own and then meet up with us for our first virtual movie club event. \nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/kiss-the-ground-big-sur-land-trusts-virtual-movie-club/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/KTG_Film.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201112T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20201112T180000 DTSTAMP:20260510T091652 CREATED:20201007T184305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T190207Z UID:10000056-1605198600-1605204000@bigsurlandtrust.org SUMMARY:Big Sur Land Trust’s Virtual Book Club - Braiding Sweetgrass DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust’s virtual book club! \n\n\n\nFor our next book\, we’ve chosen Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer\, a New York Times and Washington Post bestseller and named “Best Essay Collection of the Decade” by Literary Hub. Drawing on her life as an indigenous scientist\, and as a woman\, Kimmerer shows how other living beings―asters and goldenrod\, strawberries and squash\, salamanders\, algae\, and sweetgrass―offer us gifts and lessons\, even if we’ve forgotten how to hear their voices. In reflections that range from the creation of Turtle Island to the forces that threaten its flourishing today\, she circles toward a central argument: that the awakening of ecological consciousness requires the acknowledgment and celebration of our reciprocal relationship with the rest of the living world. For only when we can hear the languages of other beings will we be capable of understanding the generosity of the earth\, and learn to give our own gifts in return. Join our upcoming virtual book club event on November 12 from 4:30 – 6:00pm (PT)! \nAs we explore Braiding Sweetgrass\, we’ll be joined by featured contributor\, Linda Yamane and special guest speaker\, Carla Marie Munoz\, Tribal Councilwoman of the Costanoan Rumsen Carmel Tribe. Linda is an Ohlone artist\, basketweaver\, singer and scholar who traces her ancestry to the Rumsien Ohlone\, the native people of the Monterey area. Carla Marie has served as a tribal liaison for her people for the past nine years\, while creating relationships between state parks\, government agencies and other tribal communities. \nWe’re partnering with two independent community bookstores in the area. Drop by or call Pilgrim’s Way in Carmel or Downtown Book and Sound in Salinas to get your book. \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP below to join our virtual meeting (by either calling-in or via Zoom) on November 12th from 4:30 – 6:00pm (PT) to discuss this inspiring story and hear representatives from local tribes give their perspectives: \n\nThis event has passed. Please stay tuned for more events like this one. URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/big-sur-land-trusts-virtual-book-club-braiding-sweetgrass/ CATEGORIES:Community Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/BSLT_BookClub_BraidingSweetGrass.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR