Spring Clean Up – Litter Pick Up at Marks Ranch | April 12

Marks Ranch 117th Drive, Salinas, CA, United States

Bring your family and join us on this light volunteer day as we pick up litter at Marks Ranch! Let’s remove trash and debris from your beloved and picturesque Marks Ranch. This is a family-friendly event, so bring your little ... Read More

Guided Hike: Marks Ranch (3.4mi/5K) | April 14

Marks Ranch 117th Drive, Salinas, CA, United States

Nothing quite sums up springtime in the Salinas Valley like a walk through vast fields of wildflowers. This guided hike at Marks Ranch will surely delight you with rolling green pastures and endless lupines! This hike spotlights Marks Ranch and ... Read More

Guided Hike: Williams Canyon to San Jose Creek Trail (8mi) | April 15

Palo Corona Regional Park 4860 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel, CA, United States

This course offers varied terrain, sweeping panoramic views, many different ecosystems, and a journey across pristine conserved lands. This course boasts an estimated 1,100 feet of elevational gain over the 8 miles and includes some steep ascents and descents. The ... Read More

Thistle Pull at Marks Ranch | April 22

Marks Ranch 117th Drive, Salinas, CA, United States

Celebrate Earth Day with Big Sur Land Trust at Marks Ranch! Join us in an effort to steward the lands we all love by hand pulling invasive thistles found across the property. Please bring: snacks, water, sun protection, long-sleeve shirt ... Read More

Guided Hike: Mitteldorf Preserve to Joshua Creek (10.5mi) | April 23

Palo Corona Regional Park 4860 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel, CA, United States

Whether you have hiked this region a hundred times or whether you are new to the area, this guided “adventure hike” is one you won't want to miss! This all-day hike loops through several conserved lands along the Central Coast: ... Read More

Guided Hike: Marks Ranch Wildflowers (2mi) | April 28

Marks Ranch 117th Drive, Salinas, CA, United States

Nothing quite sums up springtime in the Salinas Valley like a walk through vast fields of wildflowers. This guided hike at Marks Ranch will surely delight you with rolling green pastures and endless lupines! This hike spotlights Marks Ranch and ... Read More

Guided Hike: Mitteldorf Preserve to Joshua Creek (10.5mi) | April 29

Palo Corona Regional Park 4860 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel, CA, United States

Whether you have hiked this region a hundred times or whether you are new to the area, this guided “adventure hike” is one you won't want to miss! This all-day hike loops through several conserved lands along the Central Coast: ... Read More

Volunteer Orientation | May 2

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, ... Read More

Volunteer: Thistle Pull at Marks Ranch | May 3

Marks Ranch 117th Drive, Salinas, CA, United States

Introduced invasive thistle species can outcompete native plants and take over large areas, creating dense monocultures if left unmanaged. In addition, invasive thistles, such as Italian thistle, can form physical barriers that inhibit livestock and wildlife from entering an area, ... Read More

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