Past Events
August 28 — Sunrise hike at Big Hill Preserves
Beat the heat and join us for our inaugural Sunrise hike! For you early birds that have been itching to hike before it gets hot, this event is for you. We’ll begin just as the sun comes up and should be done before 11am.
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July 10 – Open Preserve Day for PLT members at Big Hill Preserves
July 10, 2021 — Open Preserve Day for PLT members at Big Hill Preserves Date & Time: Saturday, July 10, 2021, 7:30am-12:00pm Location: Big Hill Preserves, North Auburn Check in/Arrival: Must arrive between 7:30-9:00am. Check out: Anytime between 10:00am-12:00pm. Gates close shortly thereafter. This special open preserve day is for PLT members Read more…
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May 22 – Hike at Big Hill Preserves
Date & Time: Saturday, May 22 at 8:00am Location: Big Hill Preserves, North Auburn Distance: This hike will be approximately 4-5 miles with gain of about 500 feet elevation. About this event:After months of our docent hikes on hold due to the pandemic, we are excited to resume small guided hikes and Read more…
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May 1 – Family Friendly Nature Walk
Date & Time: Saturday, May 1 at 9:00am Location: Taylor Ranch Preserve, North Auburn About this event:Kids — come spend a magical morning wandering, wondering and learning about nature at our Taylor Ranch Preserve. We’ll walk for about one mile exploring nature, take a little snack break, then finish down by Read more…
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April 18 – Hike at Big Hill Preserves
***This hike is full and registration is closed.*** Date & Time: Sunday, April 18 at 9:00am Location: Big Hill Preserves, North Auburn Distance: This hike will be approximately 4-5 miles with gain of about 500 feet elevation. About this event:After months of our docent hikes on hold due to the pandemic, we Read more…
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January 12 – Guided Hike at Big Hill Preserves
SORRY, THIS HIKE IS FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS. The new year is here! Join us to welcome 2019 with a guided group hike on Saturday, January 12. You’ll see some great views from the top of Big Hill and learn about the local flora and Read more…
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PLT and Lone Buffalo Vineyards Dogface Syrah Release
Since 1991, Placer Land Trust has worked with willing landowners and conservation partners to preserve over 10,000 acres of natural and agricultural land in Placer County. Lone Buffalo Vineyards & Winery family members have been members and supporters of Placer Land Trust for many years, and we’re delighted to partner Read more…
Adventure
October 15 – Moonlight hike at Big Hill Preserves
CANCELLED — DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST OF HEAVY RAIN AND WINDS. Please see our calendar of events for other hike opportunities. Join us on our LAST Moonlight hike of the season on Saturday, October 15th. Our trained docents will be your guides for the evening, along with the light of the Read more…
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May 1 – Beginning Bird Watching
SORRY, THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL. PLEASE CHECK OUR CALENDAR FOR OTHER EVENTS. Get up bright and early to join us for Beginning Birdwatching on Sunday, May 1, starting at 8:00am. This excursion on the Taylor Ranch Preserve is open to all levels of birders; no prior experience necessary, and Read more…