On view: ‘Art for Conservation’ puts insiders’ eyes...

The exhibition at G2 Gallery in Venice features works by photographers with strong ties to the region. By Michael J. Ybarra, Special to the Los Angeles Times Thousands of years ago humans first inscribed themselves on the landscape of California's eastern flank. Indians scratched a fantastic cosmos of circles and squiggles on the dark desert rock in the shadow of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Photographer Nolan Nitschke captures this geological canvas in …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00July 14th, 2012|Press Releases|

Eastern Sierra Photographers featured in Venice Gallery

On Tuesday, June 26, 2012, The G2 Gallery in Venice, CA will partner with the Eastern Sierra Land Trust for a juried exhibit of photography, Art for Conservation: The Eastern Sierra Land Trust, featuring seven photographers from the region. From William Henry Jackson to Ansel Adams to Galen Rowell, the Eastern Sierra has provided a continual source of inspiration for photographers seeking new frontiers and unforgettable vistas. Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00May 20th, 2012|Brown Bag Lunch Series, Press Releases|

Historic Cattle Ranch Preserved in Bridgeport Valley

Bridgeport Valley, in northern Mono County, once known as "Big Meadows", is one of the largest mountain meadow areas in California. Settled by miners and ranchers 150 years ago, local ranchers in Bridgeport Valley now face rising pressures to develop and subdivide their land. Recently, Centennial Livestock has preserved 718 acres of working agricultural lands with a conservation easement... Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00January 18th, 2012|Press Releases|

Important Wildlife Migration Corridor Expanded

ESLT members and partners save more critical habitat In an exciting new project, John and Ivie Wilson, longtime landowners in Swall Meadows, have just sold 60 acres of critical deer habitat to Eastern Sierra Land Trust (ESLT) for permanent preservation. To ensure that wildlife have room to roam, ESLT works with farsighted landowners who want to permanently protect the critical habitats on their land. John Wilson is the great-grandson of …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-03T12:12:25-08:00December 16th, 2011|Blog, Press Releases, Volunteer|

Important Wildlife Migration Corridor Expanded

In an exciting new project, John and Ivie Wilson, longtime landowners in Swall Meadows, have just sold 60 acres of critical deer habitat to Eastern Sierra Land Trust (ESLT) for permanent preservation. To ensure that wildlife have room to roam, ESLT works with farsighted landowners who want to permanently protect the critical habitats on their land. John Wilson is the great-grandson of Owens Valley pioneer Joseph Swall... Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00December 16th, 2011|Press Releases|

Preserving the Rural Character and Prime Soils of...

Eastern Sierra Land Trust's latest conservation project is a beautiful farm tucked under the towering White Mountains, north of Bishop. Richard Moss and his wife Barbara have preserved their organic alfalfa farm, known as Cinnamon Ranch, in the Hammil Valley. The Moss' purchased the ranch in 1970, making alfalfa hay the primary agricultural product from the ranch. These long-time landowners retain title and management of their property, while designating how their land …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00November 15th, 2011|Press Releases|

Land and Legacy – Preserving the Heart of...

When Bob Naylon traveled to the Eastern Sierra in the 1980's, he was looking for a large open piece of land to call home. "I found this piece of Swall Meadows and it was beautiful," Bob says, "and I bought it." Over time, Bob and his wife Lee began to think about options to keep their property from development. "I have always been interested in land conservation, and it finally came to …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:31-08:00August 16th, 2011|Press Releases|

Critical Wildlife Habitat Preserved

Eastern Sierra landowner Tina Bundy Nappe and her family have permanently preserved her 60 acres for future generations. Her land, know as Willow Flat, which includes a half a mile of the Little Walker River, has now been preserved with a conservation easement, a voluntary binding land protection agreement between the landowner and Eastern Sierra Land Trust. Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:31-08:00July 11th, 2011|Press Releases|

ESLT’s Mammoth Extravaganza

Eastern Sierra Land Trust is excited to announce an exciting special event which will showcase over 60 artists portraying the natural beauty of our region, capped off by a fun Western Roundup Dinner sponsored by Mammoth Mountain Ski Area. The Mammoth Extravaganza, an evening of art and land conservation, will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2011. Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:31-08:00June 7th, 2011|Celebrations, Press Releases|

Tony Taylor: Eastern Sierra’s Accidental Environmentalist

He is the Accidental Environmentalist. Tony Taylor, of Mammoth, is the president of the Eastern Sierra Land Trust. He didn't take over the job, he just kind of fell into it. Ten years ago, he found himself chatting with Swall Meadows' Stephen Ingram and Karen Ferrell-Ingram one day... Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:31-08:00April 22nd, 2011|Press Releases|