2018 Conservator Bios

Placer Conservator Awardee Daryl & Sue Oest Daryl and Sue Oest were both born and raised in Auburn. They’ve known each other since they were kids, and married in 1971. They have two grown sons, Lucas and Loren, and one grandchild. Sue had no prior experience of the agricultural world. Read more…

Communications Specialist

This position is CLOSED to new applicants   Placer Land Trust (PLT) is a private nonprofit charitable organization based in Auburn, CA, dedicated to quality of life through the protection of wide open spaces, wild places, local farms and ranches, natural playgrounds, and the links that connect us to them. Read more…

Sun City Lincoln Geology hike – June 1

Our Big Hill Preserves have abundant rock formations, the gently flowing Raccoon Creek, and spectacular panoramic views of the Sierra Nevada foothills and Sacramento Valley. Docents Karl Mertz, Sarah Roeske, and Bob Niblack are trained geologists. Karl is a retired geology professor from Sac State & Sierra College.  Sarah teaches Read more…

2017 Conservator Auction Items

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…

Volunteer Office Assistant

  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…