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Under the Mistletoe
by Eric Nunez
on November 30, 2023

With the holidays upon us, we may steal a kiss or two under the mistletoe, but did you know mistletoes themselves steal life from trees?

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Press Release: Clean Water and Wildfire Protection Advocates Launch Signature-gathering Effort for Countywide Ballot Initiative
by Land Trust Santa Cruz
on November 16, 2023

Local advocates from environmental and community organizations launched a signature-gathering effort for a countywide ballot measure to address critical environmental and climate resilience concerns in Santa Cruz County. The measure focuses on water quality protection, wildfire risk reduction, the health of the Monterey Bay and our beaches, forest preservation, wildlife habitat enhancement, and the improvement of parks and natural areas.

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Let's Talk Turkey
by Eric Nunez
on November 1, 2023

Turkeys have been part of human history for centuries, dating back to Ancient Mexican periods. They can be found across most of the lower 48 states, Hawaii, Mexico, and Canada. Earlier this year, turkeys were seen boasting courtship displays at Rocks Ranch.

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Land Trust Public Land Near Lake Tahoe
by Hannah Hughes
on October 19, 2023

Did you know the Land Trust's first conservation easement is in Hope Valley? Read on to learn more about this stunning property.

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Nocturnal Knights of the Night
by Eric Nunez
on October 18, 2023

Want to learn more about bats and why you might consider setting up a bat house in your backyard?

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On KPIX CBS News Bay Area: Putting Fire Lessons to Work
by Vicki Lowell
on October 18, 2023

Shaded fuel break work at San Vicente Redwoods is making the area less likely to suffer another devastating fire. Learn about conservation partner's work to protect surrounding communities.

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In California Local: A Conversation with California Conservationist Bryan Largay
by Vicki Lowell
on October 17, 2023

In this recent interview, Bryan Largay, Conservation Director for the Land Trust, talks about his role at the Land Trust, the organization’s priorities, and some of our latest projects.

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Fall 2023 Field Guide
by Vicki Lowell
on October 17, 2023

Check out the Land Trust's newsletter for updates on our wildlife crossing work, exciting plans for our Watsonville Slough Farm and Antonelli Pond, and our work to protect prime farmland.

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Becky's Bench in Byrne-Milliron Honors Nature Legacy
by Vicki Lowell
on October 10, 2023

Becky Blythe was a fierce supporter of the Land Trust of Santa Cruz County. To honor her memory, her husband John worked with the Land Trust to place a bench on the Byrne trail inscribed with the motto, all things are connected.

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Water Tanks at San Vicente Redwoods Serve Multiple Purposes
by Brian Homberger
on September 27, 2023

San Vicente Redwoods has a long history of fire on the landscape. This new water system will support firefighting operations on the property in multiple ways.

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