Placer Land Trust has permanently protected two properties totaling 249-acres of land in partnership with Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) and the nonprofit Stewardship Council. Placer Land Trust protected the Upper Pinecroft Preserve and the Old Airport Preserve by placing a conservation easement on both properties, ensuring they can Read more…
Purchasing auction items at the Placer Conservator is a fun way to support Placer Land Trust’s mission, while walking away with some great items and experiences! PLT is grateful to all of the businesses and individuals who donated items for the Live Auction, which helps us direct the money raised Read more…
TWICE the nature to be protected this month That’s right, Placer land Trust (PLT) is about to close on TWO new preserves at the same time – permanently protecting 249 acres. The 49-acre Upper Pinecroft Preserve is adjacent to 10 acres that PLT has already protected near the Bear River Read more…
Come with us as we explore nature under the full moon on Saturday, October 7, on our last moonlight hike of the season. Our trained docents will be your guides for the evening, which starts at 6pm. This will be our last moonlight hike until next spring. The trail at Read more…
Position Title: Office Assistant Purpose: The Office Assistant supports the Placer Land Trust (PLT) mission to protect natural and agricultural land in Placer County forever by helping to ensure that we operate effectively, efficiently, and positively to inspire connection between the community and our work. Key Responsibilities: The Office Read more…
The official event is Wednesday, Sept. 13th from 5:00-7:00 pm on the shores of Kidd Lake, and includes a casual dinner and dedication ceremony. RSVPs are required. But why come to such a beautiful place for only 2 hours? Come as early as 1:00 pm for some optional activities: Water Play – Bring Read more…
Placer Land Trust protects Kidd & Cascade Lakes Preserve A crown jewel near Donner Summit has been preserved! Placer Land Trust (PLT) is pleased to announce the recent permanent protection of 248 beautiful acres at Kidd Lake and Cascade Lakes near Donner Summit. This property is now called “Kidd & Read more…
Conservation and grazing don’t always go hand in hand. There are benefits and drawbacks, but like any good relationship there is a place in the middle that can make both partners happy. Placer Land Trust began working with Imbach Ranch (Ron, Ryan and Tracy Schohr) in 2012. Prior to that, we Read more…
7/1/2017 A crown jewel near Donner Summit has been preserved! Placer Land Trust (PLT) is pleased to announce the recent permanent protection of 248 beautiful acres at Kidd Lake and Cascade Lakes near Donner Summit. This property is now called “Kidd & Cascade Lakes Preserve” and is owned and managed by Read more…
We’re so busy protecting land that we needed more help! Please help us welcome Lynnette Batt as our new Conservation Director. Lynnette grew up in western Maine, in a small town called Farmington. Her family had an 80-acre horse farm where she grew to love horses and riding. It was Read more…