Join us for a 4-5 hour walk focused on the natural history and ecology of Martin Dunes. Since 2000, BSLT has protected 125 acres at Martin Dunes adjacent to the USFWS Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge on the Monterey Bay coastline. The sandy dunes closest to the beach serve as ideal habitats for snowy plovers and are protected from human ... Read More
Come to Marks Ranch to learn about our Healthy Soils Program from BSLT's Director of Stewardship, Patrick Riparetti, and project partners. During the Soberanes Fire in 2016 and most recently with the River Fire, Marks Ranch served as part of the incident command center. The land was impacted significantly by equipment and personnel. In our recovery efforts, Big Sur Land ... Read More
Big Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. This event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to ... Read More
Big Sur Land Trust is thrilled to host Monterey Audubon Society field trips at Big Sur Land Trust Preserves. Monterey Audubon Society members and Big Sur Land Trust supporters are invited to this wonderful opportunity to explore the lands we love in a new way. This event is appropriate for beginning birders and all those interested in learning how to ... Read More
Removing ice plant and annual grasses is hard work but necessary to protect the biodiversity of Martin Dunes, which protects critical habitat for several special status species, including the Monterey spineflower, Smith's blue butterfly, and Western snowy plover. Please join BSLT staff and volunteers in removing these invasive species in an effort to restore and care for the lands we ... Read More
Big 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. Our hike will be a ... Read More
With gratitude for all your support, we invite you to join our celebration of all you’ve made possible! Bring your cup of coffee 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 2024. ... Read More
Cancelled! After checking the conditions of the road leading to the entrance of Martin Dunes, we determined that most vehicles will likely get stuck in the mud and have decided to cancel Saturday's invasive species removal volunteer event. We appreciate your understanding and ask you to sing up for our February 10th volunteer event at Martin Dunes. We are looking ... Read More
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 for this online volunteer orientation. Register >>
Removing ice plant and annual grasses is hard work but necessary to protect the biodiversity of Martin Dunes, which protects critical habitat for several special status species, including the Monterey spineflower, Smith's blue butterfly, and Western snowy plover. Please join BSLT staff and volunteers in removing these invasive species in an effort to restore and care for the lands we ... Read More
