Dear Friends, The lifecycle of Placer Land Trust projects never ceases to amaze me. Since a conservation project can take years to complete, the number of acres we protect in a given year can fluctuate greatly. In 2021 we protected 11 acres by expanding a 5-year old preserve. Then in Read more…
This event is full and registration is closed. Another plein air event takes place on May 20; for details and registration, click here. Date & Time: Saturday, April 22nd, 2023 at 3 pm – 7 pm Location: Big Hill Preserves, North Auburn Celebrate beautiful Mother Earth with us! Join us for an Read more…
Join us in welcoming Gary Wells to the Placer Land Trust staff as our new Stewardship Assistant! Gary is a longtime Placer Land Trust supporter and volunteer since 2006. Over the years, Gary has assisted with many land stewardship activities as a volunteer, so he has great experience! Gary was recognized as Read more…
An outdoor reception with appetizers, beer, and wine. Short program will include presentation of the 2022 Placer Conservator Award to honoree Paul Aronowitz. Where: The Ridge Golf Course & Events Center, Auburn
An all-ages Oktoberfest-style gathering with food, drinks, games, a short program, and more. Where: Kathrin’s Biergarten, Rocklin
A family-friendly outdoor event on one of our beautiful preserves, featuring optional hikes for kids and adults, music, activities, and food and beverages. Where: Laursen Bear River Preserve, Auburn
Our virtual auction runs all week long with fabulous vacation stays, art, local experiences, and much more!
In 2021, we welcomed some fresh faces to Placer Land Trust, and said fond farewells to a few longtime friends as they moved on to new things. Sarah Darney was the first staff member a person meets when they call or come into the Placer Land Trust office for the Read more…
2021 was a year of stewarding our lands, reflecting on the past, and planning for our future. We wrapped up our 30th anniversary, feeling proud of what we’ve accomplished together—staff, board members, volunteers, partners, and donors — and dreaming about what’s possible. Despite the continued pandemic, our team was hard at Read more…
Local artist Jean Cross crafts new public artwork from recycled materials, depicting iconic Placer Land Trust preserve