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|

Basketball Legend Comes to Mammoth

Someone once said, "Shoot for the moon and if you miss you will still be among the stars." On Friday, July 20, from 2-3:30pm, Mammoth High School and Eastern Sierra Land Trust will be hosting a basketball clinic with NBA great Bill Walton. Everyone is invited to watch local basketball stars as they develop and polish their games under the supervision and coaching of Bill Walton. This event is free and open …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:03:04-08:00July 12th, 2012|Blog|

Monitoring

Victoria, ESLT AmeriCorps member, monitoring an easement property. Here at ESLT a key part of our Stewardship Program, annual easementmonitoring, is in full swing as we engage in visits to each of the properties where we hold conservation easements. When we accept a new easement, we also take on the responsibility to monitor that property annually inperpetuity,a commitment that is taken seriously by our organization and other Accredited Land Trusts.It …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T12:12:24-08:00July 10th, 2012|Blog|

Sharing Art, for Conservation

From left: Victoria Ortiz, Nolan Nitschke, Stephen Ingram, John Dittli, Karen Ferrell Ingram, Rick Kattelmann, Robb Hirsch, and Andy Selters. Photo courtesy of Jen May. Last week ESLT brought the Sierra Wave, Mono Lake and other Eastern Sierra treasures to our downstream neighbors in LA. Our 2012 Art for Conservation show at the G2 Gallery in Venice, CA opened on June 26th, featuring images of our region from 8 talented …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:03:04-08:00July 9th, 2012|Blog|

Flashbacks play at ESLT’s Lands & Legacy Gala...

Live music at our Gala Dinner, Saturday, July 21, the Flashbacks! Listen to their groovy old time rock & roll sound on their website at http://www.sierrasounds.net/FLASHBACK.php. Stop by our ESLT Lands & Legacy event page and pick up your tickets to the Gala Dinner today! http://bit.ly/zrn5B9

Marguerite2017-03-03T11:03:05-08:00July 6th, 2012|Blog|

Eastern Sierra Past Present and Future: An Expert...

Coming to the Art for Conservation show at the G2 Gallery this weekend? Stop by on Sunday, July 1 at 3:30pm for a panel discussion with our very own Executive Director, Karen Ferrell-Ingram! Eastern Sierra Past Present and Future: An Expert Panel The Eastern Sierra is a historically significant and iconic region in California's diverse landscape. In conjunction with the exhibit, Art for Conservation, the G2 Gallery presents a panel of representatives …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-03T11:03:05-08:00June 27th, 2012|Blog|

Who is Our Tallest ESLT Member?

This San Diego native stands 6 feet, 11 inches tall and is a three-time recipient of the NCAA Basketball Player of the Year Award. His resume includes achieving childhood dreams like being part of the UCLA Bruins two consecutive undefeated NCAA basketball titles in 1972 and 1973, and being selected as the MVP of the 1977 NBA Finals. Off the court he continues to receive leadership and humanitarian awards and honorable recognition …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:03:05-08:00June 25th, 2012|Blog|

Historic Conservation Values

Did you know that lands preserved by ESLT in partnership with private landowners have included what was once the highest elevation production orchard in the Country, the first farm established in Hammil Valley (also a railroad stop), and a portion of one of the earliest ranches in Big Meadows, which we now know as Bridgeport? Apple orchard in Swall Meadows Working in land conservation we spend a lot of time …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T12:12:24-08:00June 20th, 2012|Blog|

New Addition to our Lands and Legacy Weekend!

Lands & Legacy Green Creek Tour July 21, 10-2pm Green Creek, Bridgeport For those attending the Lands & Legacy gala dinner at Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, we invite you to come explore one of the most beautiful and lesser known places in Mono County! ESLT is offering a rare opportunity to tour one of our current conservation projects in the Green Creek area. Participants will learn about land conservation efforts …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:05:10-08:00June 14th, 2012|Blog|

Art for Conservation Show & Sale – Reception...

Saturday, June 30 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Artist Reception Join the G2 Gallery and the Eastern Sierra Land Trust for this opening reception in honor of the goals of the Land Trust to preserve the Eastern Sierra. Featured in the exhibit are eight photographers of note, all from the Eastern Sierra region. The photographers include John Dittli, Robb Hirsch, Stephen Ingram, Rick Kattelmann, Nolan Nitschke, Andy Selters, Vern Clevenger, and Londie …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-03T11:09:09-08:00June 11th, 2012|Blog, Celebrations|

Eastern Sierra Landlines

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