A Record-Setting Big Day of Giving!
Thank you to everyone who supported Placer Land Trust, making this our biggest BDOG yet!
Owl Creek Dedication Event – Photo Gallery
A gallery of photos from the April 22, 2026 dedication event at Owl Creek with the Colfax-Todds Valley Consolidated Tribe. Over 75 people gathered (despite the rain!) to celebrate partnership,…
Foresthill Ancestral Homelands Return to Local Tribe
Placer Land Trust and Colfax-Todds Valley Consolidated Tribe Partner on Owl Creek Land Back Project
Science on the Preserves: Geologic Research in the Sierra Nevada Foothills
Did you know that there are currently several scientific research projects taking place on Placer Land Trust preserves? This is part of a series of articles about the important research…
Project Update: Big Hill Preserve and Hidden Falls Regional Park Trails Expansion
Since 2007, Placer Land Trust (PLT) has been preserving land between the Bear River and Raccoon Creek watersheds, protecting those waterways and thousands of acres of open space lands for…
What’s That Mushroom? Exploring Fungal Diversity at Canyon View Preserve
It has been an incredible year for mushrooms in the foothills, as you may have noticed! We're seeing a tremendous fungal diversity in our area, and the oak woodland trails…
Feeling VolunCheerful: Celebrating our Volunteers of the Year(s)!
Land conservation is a full-time job, and then some — that’s why we are so grateful for the volunteers who help us leverage our resources and accomplish so much! We…
Welcome to Our New Staff
The seasons are changing from summer to fall, and Placer Land Trust is seeing a few transitions as we increase our capacity to take on all the exciting work ahead.…
Placer Land Trust Is Safety-Forward with New Certified Training Center
For many years, Placer Land Trust has ensured our staff and volunteers are certified in first aid and CPR. And now, we have the ability to train and certify our…
Answering Your Questions about Conservation Easements
Conservation Easements protect land while allowing the landowner to keep the title and use of the land… a true “win-win” for everyone! They benefit landowners, the land itself, and our…
Nature Quest Sparks Outdoor Joy
Community Council launches successful event series, bringing awareness to Placer Land Trust's preserves and mission...
Upper Ranch Protected as Agricultural Land and Wildlife Habitat
Placer Land Trust and a local family have permanently protected Upper Ranch, a 320-acre working ranch north of the city of Lincoln. This project follows on the successes of the Trust’s recent Clover Valley and…