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SUMMARY:Iceplant Removal | September 13
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to remove invasive iceplant in an effort to restore and care for Martin Dunes. \nLocated within the Monterey Bay dune complex\, Martin Dunes protects critical habitat for several special status species\, including the Monterey spineflower\, Smith’s blue butterfly\, and Western snowy plover. However\, introduced invasive species such as ice plant and annual grasses are prime threats to this native coastal dune system. \nJoin BSLT staff and volunteers in removing these invasive species to restore and care for the lands we love at Martin Dunes on September 13 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM). Water\, snacks\, gloves\, and hand tools will be provided. Volunteers will work to manually remove as many satellite populations of iceplant as possible. \nIMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS: \n\nThere is no shade cover where we pull invasives\, so please bring sun protection.\nThere are ticks\, so come prepared with pants and closed-toed shoes. We’ll bring tick repellent for you to use.\nYou will be hiking strenuously for half a mile on sand.\n\nPLEASE NOTE OUR MEET-UP LOCATION: We will convene in the parking area of the Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge at the end of Neposent Rd. which is a dirt road. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/iceplant-removal-september-13/
LOCATION:Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge Salinas\, CA 93908\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250919T113000
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Outdoors! Carmel River FREE tour | September 19 (9am-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 3.5-mile round-trip hike/tour of the Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project site\, led by Big Sur Land Trust’s Vice President of Conservation\, Rachel Saunders. \nBig Sur Land Trust’s CR FREE project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-carmel-river-free-tour-september-19-9am/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T223233Z
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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/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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SUMMARY:Trail Work at Mitteldorf | September 24
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to clear trails and remove invasive plants along Headwaters Road at Mitteldorf Preserve. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeadwaters Road at Mitteldorf Preserve is becoming quite overgrown and we would very much appreciate assistance trimming and clearing the trail. This work will keep the trail clear for hikers\, remove invasive species\, provide safe vehicle access\, and act as fire mitigation.\n\nWhat to expect: \n\nMeet at 2pm at Palo Corona Regional Park near the flagpole\nWe will hop in a BSLT van and drive together into Mitteldorf and up to the bottom of Headwaters Rd\, arriving at approximately 2:30pm\nA member of the BSLT Stewardship department will meet us there with gloves\, tools\, and instructions\nWe will preform trail brushing for approximately 2 hours before departing Mitteldorf at 4:30\, arriving back at Palo Corona at 5pm\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/trail-work-at-mitteldorf-september-24/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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SUMMARY:Iceplant Removal at Martin Dunes | October 11
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to remove invasive iceplant in an effort to restore and care for Martin Dunes. \nJoin BSLT staff and volunteers in removing these invasive species to restore and care for the lands we love at Martin Dunes on October 11th (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM). Water\, snacks\, gloves\, and hand tools will be provided. Volunteers will work to manually remove as many satellite populations of iceplant as possible. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/iceplant-removal-at-martin-dunes-october-11/
LOCATION:Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge Salinas\, CA 93908\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Garden Planting at Ferrini Ranch | October 15
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust and Regenerative CA to plant a half-acre native pollinator garden at Ferrini Ranch.
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/native-pollinator-garden-planting-at-ferrini-ranch-october-15/
LOCATION:The Patch\, 2 River Road\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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SUMMARY:Trail Work at Mitteldorf | October 22
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to clear trails and remove invasive plants along Williams Canyon at Mitteldorf Preserve. \nWilliams Canyon at Mitteldorf Preserve is becoming overgrown and we would very much appreciate assistance trimming and clearing the trail. This work will keep the trail clear for hikers\, remove invasive species\, provide safe vehicle access\, and act as fire mitigation. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/trail-work-at-mitteldorf-october-22/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Outdoors! San Jose Creek 2-mile hike | October 24 (9am - 2pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a gentle 2-mile guided hike along the San Jose Creek Trail. \n\n\nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parklands project – along with generous donors and funders. Shuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, looking for early wildflowers along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \nBring: Snacks to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a half-day of backcountry hiking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 2 miles\nElevation: 150′ total ascent\nDifficulty: Easy\nPace: Easy\n\nPlease note: \n\nEach participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult).\nTransport from the meet-up location to the trailhead (approx. 10 min drive) will be by facilitated carpool.\n\nCAUTION: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.) and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-san-jose-creek-2-mile-hike-october-24-9am-2pm/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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SUMMARY:Iceplant Removal | November 8
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT staff and volunteers in removing these invasive species to restore and care for the lands we love at Martin Dunes on November 8th (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM). Water\, snacks\, gloves\, and hand tools will be provided. Volunteers will work to manually remove as many satellite populations of iceplant as possible.
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/iceplant-removal-november-8/
LOCATION:Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge Salinas\, CA 93908\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20250820T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T172726Z
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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/
LOCATION:CA
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20251104T181655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T182617Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly Park Clean-up | November 15
DESCRIPTION:Let’s come together once a month to clean up our local park and make our community a better place for everyone!\n\n\n\nMonthly Park Clean-up \nJoin Big Sur Land Trust and Friends of Ensen Community Park Volunteers for our Monthly Park Clean-up at Ensen Community Park! \nLet’s work together to keep our local green space beautiful and clean. This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors\, get some fresh air\, and hear updates on the restoration project. We will provide gloves and tools. Let’s make a difference together! \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/monthly-park-clean-up-november-15/
LOCATION:Ensen Community Park\, 99 La Posada Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93906
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T212402Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Go Outdoors! Williams Canyon to Rancho Cañada | November 17 (8am - 5pm)
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a guided hike from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit. \nJoin Big Sur Land Trust on a guided hike from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit. We will traverse 8.5 miles (including three creek crossings) and climb over 1500 feet through Santa Lucia Conservancy land and Palo Corona Regional Park’s backcountry and front ranch. We will spend much of the day on lands not open to the public that are part of Big Sur Land Trust’s 45-year and 45\,000-acre legacy of land conservation\, so it will be our special pleasure to enable managed access to these conserved lands in support of our continuing land conservation efforts. \nBring: A picnic lunch and plenty of water\, plus everything you need for a day of strenuous backcountry hiking. There will be creek crossings\, so be prepared to get your feet wet! Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 8.5 miles\nElevation: 1500 feet\nDifficulty: Strenuous. Hikers should expect creek crossings and plenty of climbing and descent along this beautiful backcountry route.\n\nPlease note: \n\nEach participant must be individually registered (including kids\, who need to be accompanied by an adult).\nHikers must be 15+ years of age.\nTransport from the meet-up location to the trailhead (approx. 20 min drive) will be by facilitated carpool.\nPlease leave 4-legged friends at home (dogs are not permitted on BSLT guided hikes).\n\nCAUTION: While the trails we will be on are well-tended\, this area is known to have extremely high tick densities. Please take extra precautions when preparing for this hike (wear light-colored clothes\, wear pants that can be tucked into socks\, bring and use tick repellent\, etc.)\, and be sure to do a thorough tick-check following your day with us. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-williams-canyon-rancho-canada-with-november-17-8am-5pm/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251204T130000
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SUMMARY:Big Sur Land Trust Volunteer Orientation | December 4
DESCRIPTION:A virtual orientation to learn more about Big Sur Land Trust and our volunteer opportunities. \nThrough this orientation\, you will become more familiar with Big Sur Land Trust’s mission\, history\, programs\, organizational structure\, and volunteer opportunities so that you are more fully informed about the organization you hope to so generously support through volunteering. This will also be your chance to interact with staff members and ask questions. \nLearn more and register >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/big-sur-land-trust-volunteer-orientation-december-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260109T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20251217T193806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T195810Z
UID:10000271-1767952800-1767970800@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Habitat Restoration | January 9
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant milkweed plants and install fencing to benefit Monarch butterflies and improve habitat for native pollinators!\n\n\n\nWith the guidance and oversight from BSLT staff\, help us enhance our monarch butterfly habitat restoration project at Marks Ranch! We will be planting milkweed plants and installing fencing to protect the plants. \nRSVP >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/monarch-butterfly-habitat-restoration-january-9/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20251217T193626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T195909Z
UID:10000270-1768039200-1768057200@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Monarch Butterfly Habitat Restoration | January 10
DESCRIPTION:Join us to plant milkweed plants and install fencing to benefit Monarch butterflies and improve habitat for native pollinators!\n\n\n\nWith the guidance and oversight from BSLT staff\, help us enhance our monarch butterfly habitat restoration project at Marks Ranch! We will be planting milkweed plants and installing fencing to protect the plants. \nRSVP >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/monarch-butterfly-habitat-restoration-january-10/
LOCATION:Marks Ranch\, 117th Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20251217T193127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193127Z
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SUMMARY:Trail Work at Mitteldorf Preserve | January 28
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to clear trails and remove invasive plants at Mitteldorf Preserve.\n\n\n\n1\,100 acre Mitteldorf Preserve is always in need of a little love! We will walk the lower sections of the preserve\, clearing the trails of debris and pulling any invasive species that we can identify. This work will keep the trails clear for hikers\, provide safe vehicle access\, and act as fire mitigation. \nRSVP >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/trail-work-at-mitteldorf-preserve-january-28/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260129T185608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T185608Z
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SUMMARY:Floodplain Habitat Stewardship Day/Cuidado de la Llanura de Inundación | February 7
DESCRIPTION:Help restore Ensen Community Park! \nJoin us for a hands-on volunteer effort at Big Sur Land Trust’s Floodplain Restoration Project site in Ensen Community Park! Volunteers will have a unique opportunity to enter the restoration area — currently closed due to construction — to learn about ongoing habitat improvements and help with essential weeding and clean‑up efforts. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/floodplain-habitat-stewardship-day-cuidado-de-la-llanura-de-inundacion-february-7/
LOCATION:Ensen Community Park\, 99 La Posada Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93906
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260126T164834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T173357Z
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SUMMARY:FULL! Sticky Eupatorium Pull at Mitteldorf Preserve | February 14
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the day at the beautiful Mitteldorf Preserve! Come explore\, hike\, and help Big Sur Land Trust staff eradicate sticky eupatorium within the nature loop area\, around the lodge\, and off Williams Canyon Road. \nSticky eupatorium (Ageratina adenophora) is a federally-listed noxious weed that is invasive within Monterey County. It invades coastal and mountain habitats\, especially within riparian areas. This plant can out-compete native vegetation and form dense thickets\, altering the natural habitat and crowding out waterways. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/sticky-eupatorium-pull-at-mitteldorf-preserve-february-14/
LOCATION:Mitteldorf Preserve
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260206T173138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T173138Z
UID:10000274-1771232400-1771239600@bigsurlandtrust.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260206T173312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T173312Z
UID:10000275-1771669800-1771673400@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Park Clean-Up | February 21
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust and Friends of Ensen Community Park Volunteers for our Monthly Park Clean-up at Ensen Community Park! Let’s work together to keep our local green space beautiful and clean. This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors\, get some fresh air\, and hear updates on the restoration project. Register >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/monthly-park-clean-up-february-21/
LOCATION:Ensen Community Park\, 99 La Posada Drive\, Salinas\, CA\, 93906
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260219T231556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T231637Z
UID:10000277-1772028000-1772038800@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Work at Mitteldorf Preserve | February 25
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to clear trails and remove invasive plants at Mitteldorf Preserve. \n\n\n\n\n1\,100 acre Mitteldorf Preserve is always in need of a little love! We will walk the lower sections of the preserve\, clearing the trails of debris and pulling any invasive species that we can identify. This work will keep the trails clear for hikers\, provide safe vehicle access\, and act as fire mitigation. \nWhat to expect: \n\nMeet at 2pm at Palo Corona Regional Park near the flagpole\nWe will carpool to Williams Canyon Parking Lot and then work our way up the canyon\, clearing the trail and pulling invasive species along the way\nThe hike will be no more than 4 miles with minimal elevation change\nA member of the BSLT Stewardship department will meet us there with gloves\, tools\, and instructions\nWe will preform trail brushing for approximately 2 hours before departing Mitteldorf at 4:30\, arriving back at Palo Corona at 5pm\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/trail-work-at-mitteldorf-preserve-february-25/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260206T173449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T173449Z
UID:10000276-1772712000-1772715600@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Big Sur Land Trust Volunteer Orientation | March 5
DESCRIPTION:Through this virtual orientation\, you will become more familiar with Big Sur Land Trust’s mission\, history\, programs\, organizational structure\, and volunteer opportunities so that you are more fully informed about the organization you hope to so generously support through volunteering. This will also be your chance to interact with staff members and ask questions. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/big-sur-land-trust-volunteer-orientation-march-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260303T000452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T000835Z
UID:10000278-1773482400-1773493200@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Trail Work at Mitteldorf Preserve | March 14
DESCRIPTION:Join BSLT to clear trails and remove invasive plants at Mitteldorf Preserve. \n\n\n\n\n1\,100 acre Mitteldorf Preserve is always in need of a little love! We will walk the lower sections of the preserve\, clearing the trails of debris and pulling any invasive species that we can identify. This work will keep the trails clear for hikers\, provide safe vehicle access\, and act as fire mitigation. \nWhat to expect: \n\nMeet at 10am at Palo Corona Regional Park near the flagpole\nWe will carpool to Williams Canyon Parking Lot and then work our way up the canyon\, clearing the trail and pulling invasive species along the way\nThe hike will be no more than 4 miles with minimal elevation change\nA member of the BSLT Stewardship department will meet us there with gloves\, tools\, and instructions\nWe will preform trail brushing for approximately 2 hours before departing Mitteldorf at 1:30\, arriving back at Palo Corona at 1pm\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/trail-work-at-mitteldorf-preserve-march-14/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20250926T212248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T192739Z
UID:10000259-1773997200-1774006200@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:JOIN WAITLIST! Let's Go Outdoors! Carmel River FREE tour | March 20 (9am-11:30am)
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 3.5-mile round-trip hike of the CR FREE project site\, led by Big Sur Land Trust’s Vice President of Conservation\, Rachel Saunders. \nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. Please leave four-legged friends at home. Thank you! \nBring: Everything you will need for a gentle walk. Closed-toed hiking shoes and layers are strongly recommended. \nWalk details: \n\nDistance: 3.5 miles\nTotal ascent: 130 feet\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Dirt trail (non-technical)\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/lets-go-outdoors-carmel-river-free-tour-march-20-9am-1130am/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260325T224943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T224943Z
UID:10000279-1776844800-1776877200@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Williams Canyon to Rancho Cañada Earth Day Hike | April 22
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a guided hike from the Williams Canyon parking meadow to Palo Corona Regional Park’s Rancho Cañada Unit. \n\n\n\n\nWe will traverse 8.5 miles (including three creek crossings) and climb over 1500 feet through Santa Lucia Conservancy land and Palo Corona Regional Park’s backcountry and front ranch. We will spend much of the day on lands not open to the public that are part of Big Sur Land Trust’s 45-year and 45\,000-acre legacy of land conservation\, so it will be our special pleasure to enable managed access to these conserved lands in support of our continuing land conservation efforts. \nBring: A picnic lunch and plenty of water\, plus everything you need for a day of strenuous backcountry hiking. There will be creek crossings\, so be prepared to get your feet wet! Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 8.5 miles\nElevation: 1500 feet\nDifficulty: Strenuous. Hikers should expect creek crossings and plenty of climbing and descent along this beautiful backcountry route.\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/williams-canyon-to-rancho-canada-earth-day-hike-april-22/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260509
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20251201T212836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T214307Z
UID:10000265-1778284800-1778371199@bigsurlandtrust.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260325T225112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T225112Z
UID:10000280-1779526800-1779544800@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:San Jose Creek 2-mile Hike | May 23
DESCRIPTION:Join Big Sur Land Trust for a gentle 2-mile guided hike along the San Jose Creek Trail. \n\n\n\n\nEvery step of this hike was made possible through our partnership with the Monterey Peninsula Regional Park District\, California State Parks\, and Point Lobos Foundation as collaborative members of the Lobos Corona Parklands project — along with generous donors and funders. Shuttles will transport hikers from Palo Corona Regional Park (Rancho Cañada) to the Ishxenta State Park San Jose Creek trailhead\, which is only accessible through guided hikes. From there\, we will meander up the gentle incline along San Jose Creek\, looking for early wildflowers along the way. After crossing over San Jose Creek’s three magnificent redwood bridges\, we will arrive at the meadow that will be our turnaround point. This hike is a beautiful reminder that collaboration can bring beautiful change and that our actions are stronger when taken together. We are grateful to our partners and to our donors for each step forward that we take together. \nBring: Snacks to enjoy along the hike\, plus everything you need for a half-day of backcountry hiking. Sturdy closed-toe hiking shoes are required\, and layers are recommended. \n\nDistance: 2 miles\nElevation: 150′ total ascent\nDifficulty: Easy\nPace: Easy\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/san-jose-creek-2-mile-hike-may-23/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260325T225224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T225224Z
UID:10000281-1780574400-1780578000@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Big Sur Land Trust Volunteer Orientation | June 4
DESCRIPTION:Through this orientation\, you will become more familiar with Big Sur Land Trust’s mission\, history\, programs\, organizational structure\, and volunteer opportunities so that you are more fully informed about the organization you hope to so generously support through volunteering. This will also be your chance to interact with staff members and ask questions. \nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/big-sur-land-trust-volunteer-orientation-june-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Online,Volunteer Opportunities
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T152057
CREATED:20260325T225450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T225450Z
UID:10000282-1790154000-1790164800@bigsurlandtrust.org
SUMMARY:Carmel River FREE Tour | September 25
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 3.5-mile round-trip hike of the CR FREE project site\, led by Big Sur Land Trust’s Vice President of Conservation\, Rachel Saunders. \n\n\n\n\nBig Sur Land Trust’s Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project is one of the most extensive and important multi-benefit flood protection and riparian habitat restoration efforts on the Central Coast. Using a nature-based green infrastructure approach\, it will reclaim the southern floodplain to direct water away from developed areas north of the river. \nOur hike will be a slow-paced\, staff-led tour of this project site. \nPlease note that minors will need to be accompanied by an adult. Please leave four-legged friends at home. Thank you! \nBring: Everything you will need for a gentle walk. Closed-toed hiking shoes and layers are strongly recommended. \nWalk details: \n\nDistance: 3.5 miles\nTotal ascent: 130 feet\nDifficulty: Easy\nSurface: Dirt trail (non-technical)\n\nRegister >>
URL:https://bigsurlandtrust.org/event/carmel-river-free-tour-september-25/
LOCATION:Palo Corona Regional Park\, 4860 Carmel Valley Rd\, Carmel\, CA\, 93923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guided Hikes
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