How is Black Lake Preserve an ecological lifeline...

Spring is one of the most magical times of year in the Eastern Sierra: migration season. The wetlands at Black Lake Preserve become a birding hotspot. The pollinator garden begins to wake up, with fresh blooms that support bees, butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds. And the skies are alive with movement and sound. Birds are making moves. They are singing, building nests, and showing off in brilliant displays of color and sound. In …continue reading

Gena Wood2026-04-14T11:51:53-07:00April 14th, 2026|Blog|

Adobe Valley Wetlands Tour

Join Eastern Sierra Land Trust for an immersive Adobe Valley Wetlands Tour exploring some of the region’s most remarkable protected landscapes. Guided by ESLT staff and conservation partners, participants will visit Black Lake and Lower Adobe Ranch Preserves, the River Spring Lakes Ecological Reserve, and the Antelope Lake conservation easement. Along the way, you’ll learn about the natural and cultural history of Adobe Valley, the importance of wetland habitats, and the diverse …continue reading

Gena Wood2026-03-25T08:37:44-07:00March 21st, 2026|Wildlife|

World Migratory Bird Day 2026

Come birding with us to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day! Black Lake is a rare desert wetland north of Benton in Adobe Valley that is an important stopover site for migratory birds. The alkali lakes and wetlands in Adobe Valley provide a great environment for our feathered friends to rest and refuel during migration. Join ESLT and the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance (ESBA) for a morning of birdwatching at a rare sparkling wetland …continue reading

Gena Wood2026-01-13T14:58:38-08:00January 13th, 2026|Wildlife|

Beaver and Process-Based Restoration From Ridge To River

Process-based restoration is a holistic approach to restoring degraded watersheds that aims to re-establish keystone processes such as sediment transport, carbon sequestration, nutrient cycling, and fire resiliency. Process-based restoration considers the functions and needs of the entire watershed – from ridge to river – and seeks to harness naturally occurring, onsite energy (including that of beaver) and materials to achieve upland, meadow, wetland, river and floodplain restoration goals. These practices are adaptive …continue reading

Gena Wood2025-09-24T12:28:21-07:00September 24th, 2025|

Understanding Bird Songs with David Lukas

Join us for a special talk, Understanding Bird Songs, with David Lukas at C5 Studios. Since the dawn of time humans have been fascinated and inspired by bird songs. But how do we study bird songs today, and what have these studies taught us about the world of bird song? In this talk we will explore how and why birds sing, and how we study bird songs as a way of understanding …continue reading

Gena Wood2025-05-15T09:05:31-07:00May 15th, 2025|

Great Backyard Bird Count

Come birding with Eastern Sierra Land Trust at the COSA for the Great Backyard Bird Count! Learn more about the birds in your own backyard and contribute to citizen science. We will be using both Merlin and Ebird apps. No prior experience needed. All birding levels are welcome, and kids are encouraged to attend. Binoculars provided to those who need them. Email with any questions. Location: Conservation Open Space Area (COSA). Park …continue reading

Gena Wood2025-01-23T06:51:39-08:00January 9th, 2025|

World Migratory Bird Day 2025

Come birding with us to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day! Black Lake is a rare desert wetland north of Benton in Adobe Valley that is an important stopover site for migratory birds. The alkali lakes and wetlands in Adobe Valley provide a great environment for our feathered friends to rest and refuel during migration. Join ESLT and the Eastern Sierra Bird Alliance (ESBA) for a morning of birdwatching at a rare sparkling wetland …continue reading

Gena Wood2024-12-25T09:05:17-08:00December 25th, 2024|

World Migratory Bird Day 2024

Come birding with us to celebrate the 10 year anniversary of the donation of Black Lake Preserve to ESLT and World Migratory Bird Day! Black Lake is a rare desert wetland north of Benton in Adobe Valley that is an important stopover site for migratory birds. The alkali lakes and wetlands in Adobe Valley provide a great environment for our feathered friends to rest and refuel during migration. This incredible preserve was …continue reading

Darlene Schuetz2024-03-28T14:06:41-07:00March 18th, 2024|

World Migratory Bird Day 2023

Come bird with us at ESLT’s Black Lake Preserve in celebration of World Migratory Bird Day! Black Lake is a rare desert wetland north of Benton in Adobe Valley that is an important stopover site for migratory birds. The alkali lakes and wetlands in Adobe Valley provide a great environment for our feathered friends to rest and refuel during migration. Join us for a guided bird walk from 8-10 am on June …continue reading

Darlene Schuetz2023-06-13T23:24:02-07:00June 3rd, 2023|

World Migratory Bird Day 2022

Come bird with us at ESLT’s Black Lake Preserve in celebration of World Migratory Bird Day! Black Lake is a rare desert wetland north of Benton in Adobe Valley that is an important stopover site for migratory birds. The alkali lakes and wetlands in Adobe Valley provide a great environment for our feathered friends to rest and refuel during migration. Join us for a guided bird walk from 8-10 am on May …continue reading

Darlene Schuetz2022-04-12T09:05:11-07:00January 6th, 2022|