Past Events
*Full* January 24 – Broom Battle!
Placer Land Trust needs help removing an aggressive invader from Canyon View Preserve!
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What’s That Mushroom? Exploring Fungal Diversity at Canyon View Preserve
It has been an incredible year for mushrooms in the foothills, as you may have noticed! We’re seeing a tremendous fungal diversity in our area, and the oak woodland trails at Canyon View Preserve are a prime spot to observe a wide variety of mushrooms and other fungi.
Past Events
*Full* January 18 – New Year Hike Through Clover Valley Preserve
Welcome to one of PLT’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.
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Feeling VolunCheerful: Celebrating our Volunteers of the Year(s)!
Land conservation is a full-time job, and then some — that’s why we are so grateful for the volunteers who help us leverage our resources and accomplish so much! We recently held our annual VolunCHEERS Appreciation and Awards to show our appreciation for all who support Placer Land Trust through preserve stewardship, Read more…
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Welcome to Our New Staff
The seasons are changing from summer to fall, and Placer Land Trust is seeing a few transitions as we increase our capacity to take on all the exciting work ahead. Please join us in welcoming our two newest staff members! Land Manager Joe Sims grew up along the Delaware River, Read more…
Newsletters
Wonders Autumn 2025
In this issue: Celebrating Conservation, Collaboration, and Traditions of Stewardship with the 2025 Conservator of the Year: Colfax-Todds Valley Consolidated TribeWelcome to Our New Staff Placer Land Trust Is Safety-Forward!Join Our Community Council…and more! Download PDF
Staff
Bellamy Wooten – Stewardship Specialist
Bellamy Wooten grew up in the Rolling Plains of Texas, where early experiences in student leadership shaped her commitment to community service. It wasn’t until Winter Storm Uri in 2021, though, when small towns like hers faced extreme circumstances, that her interest in climate resilience and equitable public policy was Read more…
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*Applications Closed* Join Our Community Council — now accepting applications!
The application for the 2026 Community Council is closed. Please stay tuned for next year’s application period! Interested in sharing your passion for conservation with others who will benefit? Please consider applying to be part of Placer Land Trust’s Community Council. It’s a one-year commitment that will make a difference Read more…
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Placer Land Trust Is Safety-Forward with New Certified Training Center
For many years, Placer Land Trust has ensured our staff and volunteers are certified in first aid and CPR. And now, we have the ability to train and certify our team as a Health & Safety Institute training center! Every year we provide training for Basic First Aid & CPR Read more…