BIG NEWS! This month, the Mendocino Land Trust completed its LARGEST conservation easement to date! 5,620 acres in the Eel River watershed, including the land around Lake Pillsbury, will now be forever protected from further development and habitat degradation. MLT is responsible for ensuring the perpetual protection of this rich wildlife area that is home to a great diversity of species – including large herds of tule elk. Annual monitoring of the conservation easement by MLT staff will make certain that present and future landowners honor the commitments made to protect this important property. Learn more on our website: https://www.mendocinolandtrust.org/lakepillsce/
With the addition of these lands, the total acreage MLT has helped protect since 1976 is nearly 25,000 acres. That’s a whole lot of land!
Image 1: Eel river photo by Gregg Young, Potter Valley Tribe
Image 2: Mendocino Land Trust Director of Stewardship, Nicolet Houtz, points out landmarks within the easement. Photo by MLT staff.
Image 3: The Eel River near Trout Creek Campground. Photo by MLT staff.
Image 4: A tananger along the eel river. Photo by MLT staff.
Image 5: Lake Pillsbury in June 2022. Photo by MLT staff.
Image 6: Wildflowers blooming near Lake Pillsbury. Photo by MLT staff.
Image 7: Locator map showing location of conservation easement outlined in blue.
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