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SUMMARY:Wildlife Conservation Board Strategic Plan Workshop in Monterey | October 30
DESCRIPTION:The California Wildlife Conservation Board (WCB) plays a crucial role in allocating funds for the purchase of land and waters for the preservation\, protection\, and restoration of wildlife habitat and for recreation purposes. WCB has been a significant supporter of Big Sur Land Trust by providing substantial financial assistance for projects like our Ensen Community Park and restoration project at Carr Lake in Salinas and our protection of critical wildlife corridors on over 5\,000 acres at Basin Ranch in Carmel Valley. \nWCB is holding workshops around the state to discuss their 2025-2030 Strategic Plan. You’re invited to this informal\, open house-style workshop to learn about WCB and help them chart their future. Interactive stations will highlight programs that support protecting biodiversity\, increasing access to nature\, and taking action on climate change with plenty of opportunities to ask questions. Stop by and stay as long as you like! \nWhat: WCB Strategic Plan Workshop \nWhen: Wednesday\, October 30 from 3:30pm – 6:30pm \nWhere: Japanese American Citizens League Hall\, 424 Adams St. in Monterey \nThank you to the Japanese American Citizens League for hosting this special event. We hope to see you there! \nRSVP >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/wildlife-conservation-board-strategic-plan-workshop-in-monterey-october-30/
LOCATION:Japanese American Citizens League Hall\, 424 Adams St\, Monterey\, CA\, 93940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Half Marathon BSLT Green Team | November 10
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust is proud to be among the over 50 community groups that volunteer to make the Monterey Bay Half Marathon a sustainable and eco-friendly event each fall. This partnership is a joyful part of our work for healthy lands\, healthy people\, and healthy communities.   \nOn Sunday\, November 10th volunteer on the Monterey Bay Half Marathon’s ‘Green Team’ on behalf of Big Sur Land Trust\, as we help the event ‘leave no trace’ by sweeping the start/finish of litter (7:30am-12:30pm shift) as well as the course itself (10am-2pm shift). 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-bslt-green-team-november-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:You Make it Possible | January 30
DESCRIPTION:With gratitude for all your support\, we invite you to join our celebration of all you’ve made possible! Bring a glass of water\, wine\, or both for a virtual chat with our President and CEO\, Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis\, and Big Sur Land Trust staff. We’ll share inspirational stories of your generosity in action\, as well as what we’re looking forward to accomplishing in 2025. We’ll also give you a preview of our events calendar\, and you’ll have an opportunity to ask questions. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/you-make-it-possible-january-30/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Online
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SUMMARY:Help care for the lands you LOVE | February 8
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust is providing regular monthly opportunities for community members to actively help us steward our preserves in Monterey County. No prior experience or green thumb required—just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to roll up your sleeves. \nDuring this event we will be working together to remove a common invasive species called French Broom (Genista monspessulana). Read more about why we need to remove this tricky species\, HERE. \nMeet at the Park and Ride at the Crossroads in Carmel. We will organize carpools and caravan together to Glen Deven Ranch. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/help-care-for-the-lands-you-love-february-8/
LOCATION:Crossroads Park & Ride\, 3650 Rio Road\, Carmel-By-The-Sea\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Race for Open Space | May 10
DESCRIPTION:Each spring people of all ages and fitness levels join Big Sur Land Trust’s Race for Open Space – our largest annual fundraising event – to support healthy lands\, healthy people\, and healthy communities. \nThanks to our partners at  Monterey Peninsula Regional Parks District\, California State Parks\, Santa Lucia Conservancy\, Santa Lucia Preserve every year participants have several options to experience conserved lands that are not usually open to the public.  Whether you want to go fast\, slow\, solo\, with a group\, or just cheer on your friends\, the Race for Open Space has something for everyone! \n\nPalo Corona to Southbank Trail – Fun Run (1mi)\nPalo Corona Front-ranch – Lollipop (5k)\nPalo Corona to Whisler Wilson Overlook – Out & Back (12k)\nPalo Corona to Williams Canyon – Out & Back (25k)\nThe Lunch Bench Lollipop (35k+)\n\nLearn more >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/race-for-open-space-may-10/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Grand Opening of the Neighborhood Park at Ensen Community Park | August 17
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust\, the City of Salinas\, and the Center for Community Advocacy for the Grand Opening of the Neighborhood Park at Ensen Community Park!When:\nSunday\, August 17\n11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Where:\n99 La Posada Drive\nSalinas\, CA 93906 Event Parking:\nMount Toro High School\n10 Sherwood Place\nSalinas\, CA 93906 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:\nDownload in English | Descargar en español \n11:00 AM\n- ZUMBA with Martha Grimes (Amphitheater)\n- Bird Watching with Monterey Audubon (Meet at Ensen Arch) \n11:30 AM\n- Overview of 67-Acre Habitat Restoration Project with Rachel Saunders\, VP of Conservation (Meet at Ensen Arch)\n- Ballet Folklorico Performance by Alisal Center for Fine Arts (Amphitheater) \n12:00 PM\n- Indigenous Land Blessing with Ohlone/Costanoan Esselen Nation Tribal Chairwoman Louise Ramirez (Amphitheater)\n- Bird Watching with the Bird School Project (Meet at Ensen Arch)\n- Blue Zones Project Monterey County Fitness Walk/Walking Moai (Meet at Ensen Arch) \n12:30 PM\n- Formal Speaking Program (Amphitheater)\n- Invited Speakers: Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis (CEO/President – BSLT)\, Joel Hernandez (Executive Director – CCA)\, Dennis Donohue (Mayor – City of Salinas)\, Robert Rivas (Speaker of the California State Assembly - pending)\, John Laird (California State Senator)\, Gloria Sandoval (Deputy Secretary for Access - California Natural Resources Agency)\, Armando Quintero (Director - California Department of Parks and Recreation)\, Amy Hutzel (Executive Officer - California Coastal Conservancy)\, Dr. Jen Norris (Executive Director- The Wildlife Conservation Board)\, Colleen Bailey (President/CEO – Salinas Valley Chamber of Commerce)\n- Emcee: Esmerelda Owen | DJ: Hanif Wondir \n1:00 PM\n- Formal Speaking Program – Continued (Amphitheater)\n- Skate Park Demo with Krown Skate Shop (Skate Spot) \n1:30 PM\n- Ribbon Cutting with Salinas Valley Chamber (Ensen Arch)\n- Skate Park Demo with Krown Skate Shop – Continued (Skate Spot)\n- Native Plant Activity with Habitat Stewardship Project (meet near Ensen Arch) \n2:00 PM\n- Alfred Diaz-Infante Trail Dedication (meet at Ensen Arch)\n- Skate Park Demo with Krown Skate Shop – Continued (Skate Spot) \n2:30 PM\n- Native Plant Activity with Habitat Stewardship Project (meet near Ensen Arch)\n- Skate Park Demo with Krown Skate Shop – Continued (Skate Spot) ONGOING ACTIVITIES: \nFood & Beverage Trucks (North Parking Lot) — Gorditos Tacos\, Tacos el Jerry\, Cal Water \nCommunity Resources (North Parking Lot) — Salinas Valley Health Mobile Clinic\, Pacific Grove Natural History Museum ‘Wonder on Wheels’\, City of Salinas Library Van \nExhibitors: AMOR Salinas\, Bird School Project\, Blue Zones Project Monterey County\, California Conservation Core\, Center for Community Advocacy / “Friends of Ensen Community Park” Group\, City of Salinas Recreation and Community Services\, USFWS – Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge\, Habitat Stewardship Project\, Hijos del Sol\, Hitchcock Animal Services\, KAZU\, Monterey Audubon Society\, Monterey County Health Department\, Monterey County Solidarity Network\, SPCA\, SPCA – Wildlife Center\, Urban Arts Collaborative \nBasketball and Pickleball Demos with the City of Salinas Recreation Department (Sport Courts) \nFacepainting (Lawn near playground) \nPlayground & Dog Park Open! QUESTIONS?\nPlease contact Burke Boynton at bboynton@bigsurlandtrust.org. \nFor more information on the history and funding of the Ensen Community Park project\, please click here and review our FAQ document. \nEVENT PARTNERS: THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS \nNeighborhood Stewards Park Supporters Media & Event Supporters
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/grand-opening-of-the-neighborhood-park-at-ensen-community-park-august-17/
LOCATION:Ensen Community Park\, 99 La Posada Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93906
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Salinas River Day Celebration | September 20
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 20\n9:00am – 4:00pm\nNob Hill Foods\, Salinas \nIn honor of Latino Conservation Week\, join us on Saturday\, September 20 for a field trip to celebrate the Salinas River\, which is the backbone of the Salinas Valley. \nDuring the field trip\, enjoy a day of recreation\, art\, exploration and reflection on our public lands. We will also hear from experts about the history\, hydrology\, ecology\, conservation of the Salinas River\, and ways to care for the river through nature-based solutions\, climate adaptation\, and environmental justice. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/salinas-river-day-celebration-september-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Monterey Bay Half Marathon BSLT Green Team | November 9
DESCRIPTION:Big Sur Land Trust is proud to be among the over 50 community groups that volunteer to make the Monterey Bay Half Marathon a sustainable and eco-friendly event each fall. This partnership is a joyful part of our work for healthy lands\, healthy people\, and healthy communities.   \nOn Sunday\, November 9 volunteer on the Monterey Bay Half Marathon’s ‘Green Team’ on behalf of Big Sur Land Trust\, as we help the event ‘leave no trace’ by sweeping the start/finish and entire course of litter. 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-bslt-green-team-november-9/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Great Backyard Bird Count with Monterey Audubon Society | February 16
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this Monterey Audubon–Friends of Ensen collaboration! We’ll have the opportunity to scan the skies for raptors\, check on the new landscaping plants\, and explore the wild\, native plant area. This trip will introduce participants to various resources that are available to learn about birds\, commonly seen local birds and tips and tricks to identify them\, plus guidance on how to locate and observe birds no matter where you are! Register >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/great-backyard-bird-count-with-monterey-audubon-society-february-16/
LOCATION:Ensen Community Park\, 99 La Posada Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93906
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Race for Open Space 2026 | May 9
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! While the race itself is sold out\, you can still spend a meaningful day at Palo Corona Regional Park by volunteering at this year’s Race for Open Space. Volunteer opportunities >> \n\nEach spring\, people of all ages and fitness levels join Big Sur Land Trust’s Race for Open Space—our largest annual community event. In 2025\, over 300 runners\, hikers\, and walkers joined us to raise funds for the lands we all love in Monterey County. \nThis year\, the event will continue to offer multiple courses to experience conserved lands that are not usually open to the public. Whether you want to go deep into the backcountry\, take it easier along shorter courses\, run solo\, walk with a group\, or just cheer on your family and friends\, the Race for Open Space has something for you! \n\nSOLD OUT! Palo Corona to South Bank Trail 1-mile Fun Run\nSOLD OUT! Palo Corona Front Ranch Lollipop 5K\nSOLD OUT! Palo Corona to Whisler Wilson Out-and-Back 12K\nSOLD OUT! Palo Corona to Williams Canyon Out-and-Back 25K\nSOLD OUT! Lunch Bench Lollipop 35K+\n\nThanks to our continued partners at Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, Inside Trail\, and Alvarado Street Brewery. \nLearn more >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/race-for-open-space-2026-may-9/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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