Placer County acquired the final three links last month needed to lay out a public trail network that someday will connect Hidden Falls Regional Park to the Bear River. “These acquisitions represent a major milestone in our efforts to achieve two important goals: preserving oak woodlands, stream corridors and other Read more…
12/5/2013 The Holidays are upon us and the end of 2013 is coming fast! Have you finished your shopping? What to get for the outdoor enthusiast on your list? Why a brand new trail of course! Placer Land Trust is poised to build 20 miles of new trails through 3,000 Read more…
PLT Acquires Aeolia Preserve 7.5-acre property contains important local history and habitat By Fred Yeager As a holiday gift to us all, Placer Land Trust happily announces the acquisition and protection of the 7.5-acre “Aeolia Preserve” in Auburn. The Aeolia Preserve contains portions of the historic Aeolia Heights olive orchards, beautiful Read more…
Popular Rafting and Kayaking Destination Protected Forever Photo: Ian Buckley WEIMAR, CA – Placer Land Trust has teamed with the Emigrant Trails Greenway Trust to acquire another 160 acres of land on the North Fork American River at Gillis Hill,guaranteeing a five-mile stretch of the river stays forever wild and scenic. Read more…
160 Acres on the North Fork American River……Protected Forever By Karrie Thomas Placer Land Trust has teamed with the Emigrant Trails Greenway Trust to acquire another 160 acres on the North Fork American River at Gillis Hill in Weimar guaranteeing a five-mile stretch of the river stays forever wild and Read more…
6/2/2013 Placer Land Trust officially opened a new hiking trail to the public following a short ceremony and a light brunch on Saturday June 1, National Trails Day. The new 1.25-mile Canyon View Trail is now open to the public from dawn to dusk, seven days a week. Dogs are Read more…
Dennis Cavallo & Sarah Darney Land Steward of the Year and Volunteer of the Year By Janet Voris Placer Land Trust recently presented two Auburn residents with special awards for their volunteer efforts. Dr. Dennis Cavallo was named the 2012 Land Steward of the Year, and Sarah Darney the 2012 Volunteer Read more…
3/18/2013 Barbara Brenner Brings Agricultural Heritage and Legal Skills Placer Land Trust is pleased to announce the addition of Newcastle resident Barbara Brenner to its Board of Directors. Barbara Brenner is a founding partner of Churchwell White LLP, a Sacramento law firm with expertise in environmental and natural resources, land Read more…
6/14/2013 The Dream: we plan to build 20 miles of new trails on 3,000 acres of foothills wilderness north of Auburn. If you and your family share this dream and love to play in our natural wonders, read on – this is your chance to be the Hero in this dream! In addition Read more…
12/21/2012 Placer Land Trust was among many conservation groups and community members that recently helped protect the Royal Gorge ski area. PLT’s support of this project came directly from your membership contributions – Nice work! After a six month fundraising blitz to buy the Donner Summit property, which had been Read more…