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Nature Quest!
Explore Placer County’s natural beauty any time with these self-guided outings and DIY activities!
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November 14 — Private Hike Through Clover Valley Preserve
When: Saturday, November 14th at 9:00 AM Welcome to one of Placer Land Trust’s newest protected preserves, a gem in the middle of Rocklin! On this hike we will visit the many ecosystems recently preserved in this unique locale, including oak woodlands, grasslands, and riparian areas. We will also observe Read more…
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*Waitlist* November 11— Veteran’s Day Bird Stroll at Clover Valley Preserve
This hike is full; to join the waitlist, click the button at the bottom of this page. When: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 8:30 AM Where: Clover Valley Preserve, Rocklin CA Whether you are a beginning or expert birder, you are invited to join us as at one of Placer Read more…
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Protected: Update to Our Supporters on Clover Valley Preserve
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*Waitlist* October 25 – Bird Stroll at Harvego Bear River Preserve
This hike is full; to join the waitlist, click the button at the bottom of this page. When: Sunday, Oct 25th at 8:30 am Where: Harvego Bear River Preserve, North Auburn Whether you are a beginning or expert birder, you are invited to join us on this bird stroll through Read more…
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*Waitlist* October 24 – Forest Bathing Walk at Laursen Bear River Preserve
Join us for a guided Forest Bathing walk! Forest Bathing is a gentle, mindful wander in nature, designed to help you slow down, quiet your mind, awaken your senses, and connect with the natural world around you. It invites you to notice, listen, and simply be present.
Past Events
October 11 – Wakamatsu Open Farm Day: The Art of Native Plants
Placer Land Trust is pleased to present this event event in collaboration with American River Conservancy, and the El Dorado Chapter of the CA Native Plant Society! Find more information and registration at the link below.
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Wonders Summer 2026
In this issue: Trail-Building Progress at Big Hill PreserveSave the Date for Conservation Celebration WeekPoppy Club Members Keep Our Work GrowingTwiana Armstrong Joins Board of DirectorsPhotos: Nature Quest 2026…and more! Download PDF
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Community Voices: Bryan Wright, Trail Program Lead
Bryan Wright joined Placer Land Trust as a Preserve Steward volunteer in 2021, encouraged by his friend Jim Haagen-Smit (long-standing Placer Land Trust Board Member, bike and trail enthusiast and advocate). With deep experience in trail layout, construction, and maintenance, Bryan has helped improve our trail networks at the Big Hill, Harvego, Laursen, and Read more…