Eastern Sierra Land Trust - Calendar of Events
2010 Hikes, Field Trips, Celebrations, and much more!
February
ESLT Volunteer Orientation
Saturday, February 20, 10am-2pm
The success of ESLT's work depends on community support and involvement. Join ESLT for a morning discussing how you can become involved in preserving our rural lands. This orientation is for both existing and new volunteers to become more informed about the work of the Land Trust and volunteer opportunities. ESLT will provide lunch. To sign up and for more information, please contact Mary McGurke at mary@eslt.org or call 760-873-4554.
ESLT Full Moon Ski Tour, Big Hot Springs Ranch
Saturday, February 27
Join ESLT for an evening skiing under the light of the moon through spectacular meadows permanently preserved in Bridgeport Valley. We will quietly swish through this pristine meadow and end the evening gathered around the fire with warm drinks and dessert. This is an exclusive opportunity to experience first hand the beauty of these 75 acres preserved by the Big Hot Springs Ranch conservation easement. Fees: $20 ESLT members/ $30 non-members*. To sign up and for more information, please contact Mary McGurke at mary@eslt.org or call 760-873-4554.
*Join at the $35 level or above and attend this event for free!
March
ESLT Wildlife Migration Corridor Field Trip, Wheeler Ridge
Saturday, March 6
Spend the afternoon exploring an important section of our local wildlife migration corridor that has been permanently preserved to provide safe passage and critical habitat for our Sierra Wildlife. Local Wildlife Biologist, Timothy Taylor from the California Department of Fish & Game will share his knowledge and research on the Round Valley Mule Deer Herd and other wildlife that rely on this important area for successful migration and winter range habitat. Bring a lunch and ESLT will provide drinks and snacks. Fees: $20 ESLT members/ $30 non-members*. To sign up and for more information, please contact Serena Dennis at serena@eslt.org or call 760-873-4554.
*Join at the $35 level or above and attend this event for free!
ESLT's Mammoth Mountain Extravaganza
Saturday, March 27
ESLT and Rusty Gregory of Mammoth Mountain Resort invite you to join us for an evening honoring the work being done to preserve the Eastern Sierra and its unique legacy. The evening will include a fabulous dinner, guest speaker, live music, raffle, and auction featuring original works of art and exclusive Eastern Sierra getaway weekends. Fees: $50 ESLT members / $75 non-members*. To sign up and for more information, please contact Mary McGurke at mary@eslt.org or call 760-873-4554.
April
Black Lake Birding Field Trip
Saturday, April 10
Join ESLT for an amazing day exploring Black Lake in the Adobe Valley of Eastern Mono County. Black Lake is a privately owned, ephemeral lake rimmed by moist alkali meadows and sagebrush. Water is scarce in the deserts of the Great Basin which makes this property an outpost for breeding species, including Willet and Wilson's Phalarope and it also serves as an important stopover site for migrant waterbirds, particularly in spring when water levels peak. The Audubon Society recognizes this site for its unique importance to birds of the Pacific Flyway by including it within the designated Adobe Valley Important Bird Area boundaries. Wildlife, mustangs, and native plant viewing opportunities abound! The landowners, who are currently working with ESLT to permanently preserve this important resource, have graciously agreed to allow us to visit their land for this unique birding opportunity. Bring binoculars and a lunch, and ESLT will provide snacks and drinks. To sign up and for more information, please contact Sarah Spano at sarah@eslt.org or call 760-873-4554. Fees: $20 ESLT members / $30 non-members*
*Join at the $35 level or above and attend this event for free!
May
ESLT Community Celebration, Benton Hot Springs Ranch
Saturday, May 22
Join ESLT for a day celebrating our community and preserved lands in the Eastern Sierra. Enjoy the day on this spectacular 900 acre conservation easement with hikes exploring the property's meadows and ponds, guest speakers, live music, local foods, and more. Check back for more details soon!
September
Art for Conservation
The Oak Group Show & Sale, Faulkner Gallery in Santa Barbara
September 2-30
Join us for an exclusive Art Show & Sale hosted by the highly acclaimed Oak Group. The Oak Group, based in Santa Barbara, has worked successfully for over twenty years with numerous land trusts to preserve working and wild landscapes. The Oak Group will be featuring an Eastern Sierra collection portraying the natural beauty of our region and raising awareness to protect our treasured lands. Fifty percent of all sales will support ESLT's important land conservation work. For more information, please contact art@eslt.org