The League of Women Voters of Monterey County will present a free talk titled: "Big Sur Land Trust- Projects and Progress" at an in-person "Lunch and Learn" Meeting at noon on Wednesday, January 8, 2025.
Big Sur Land Trust is a non-profit organization with a mission to inspire love of land across generations, conservation of our unique Monterey County landscapes, and access to outdoor experiences for all. Big Sur Land Trust was founded in 1978, when a dozen Big Sur residents came together over potluck dinners and coffee for the conservation of the lands they loved. Since then, our generous donors and partners have conserved over 45,000 acres throughout Monterey County.
Over the past 46 years, the work has expanded. This expansion is exemplified by large-scale multi-faceted projects such as the Ensen Community Park project, which will bring much needed open space and a restored wetland to the heart of Salinas. The Carmel River Floodplain Restoration and Environmental Enhancement (CR FREE) project, and the co-management of Basin ranch with the Esselen Tribe of Monterey County.
Our presenter will be Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis the BSLT President/CEO. Jeannette Tuitele-Lewis has served in various land conservation roles for more than two decades. In 2014 she became Big Sur Land Trust’s President and CEO. Under her leadership BSLT has doubled its operations and expanded its programs and partnerships with a greater focus on community-centered land-based projects that meet multiple conservation and social benefits. Prior to coming to BSLT, she worked for Sierra Foothill Conservancy for nine years, serving as executive director for the last five. During her tenure, the organization reached significant land conservation goals, developed working partnerships with tribes and became Land Trust Alliance accredited.
Registration at 11:30 Lunch is at 12:00 and Program at 12:30
Lunch costs $25 per person and payment is at the door by cash or check. Lunch includes grilled salmon, rice, Greek salad, hummus,
pita bread and baklava for dessert. Catering by Chef Faris Nimry, International Cuisine of Pacific Grove.
Reservations for lunch are required!
Contact Beverly Bean at beverlygb [at] gmail.com or 831-236-1611 for a reservation before Monday January 6, 2025.
This talk will be recorded and posted on the LWVMC website (under Videos): lwvmryco.org
