Truckee Donner Land Trust

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Webber Lake 4 Carpenter Valley 8 Van Norden Meadow 10 from our president supporting the truckee donner land trust

Planned Giving Matching Gifts You helped protect and preserve the land under our feet: Would you like to see your gifts to Truckee Donner Land fantastic hiking and views of the stunning peaks at Donner Trust doubled? Corporate matching gift programs offer an Dear Summit and around Donner Lake, bird watching in Carpenter easy way. Industry research indicates that only one in ten Valley, strolling with your canine companion at Waddle Ranch eligible donors takes advantage of corporate matching pro- Preserve, fishing at Webber Lake and the Little Truckee. We grams, leaving upwards of $5 billion of potential matching thank you for ensuring these special places are available to all. donations unclaimed. Friends When you include the Land Trust in your will or estate plans, Many companies match their employees’ charitable gifts, As the snow recedes from an abundant winter, you leave a legacy for future generations, ensuring they will be often up to many thousands of dollars per year per employ- the Land Trust is taking stock of lands entrusted able to enjoy the lands we cherish today. A planned gift — de- ee. Apple, Chevron, Google, Hewlett Packard, Intel, Intuit, to our care. From our humble beginnings in 1990 pending on your situation — may reduce your income taxes, PG&E, Salesforce, and UBS are among the many philanthropic protecting 160 acres in Emigrant Canyon, the Jeff, Laura & kids reduce or eliminate capital gains taxes, reduce your gift or estate companies who have matched donors’ gifts to the Land Trust Land Trust’s portfolio has grown to 35,000 acres. tax, provide income to you and your loved ones, and help sup- recently. Check the CharityNavigator.org website to see if your We are overwhelmed by that progress that your port the Land Trust’s efforts to protect our mountain home. company will match your donation. support has allowed us to achieve. That success in their hearts for the Truckee Donner area. If you have honored the Land Trust with a legacy gift, please Thank you for considering this simple and effective way to is accompanied by strategic questions around Whether you were born and raised here, made a let us know so we can acknowledge your generosity and support Truckee Donner Land Trust. our stewardship plans and budget not only for retreat for your family vacations, or found a place welcome you to our Forever Wild Society. We have established the year to come, but for a literal eternity. By for your adrenaline-fueled fun, we need your this group to honor donors who provide a future legacy for Stock Giving definition, conservation has no end date, so we continued support to ensure we can perform the land protection in our area. Gifts of long-term appreciated stock and mutual fund shares must plan to care for these properties well work you have entrusted us to do. And there is Leaving a bequest is simple and gives you the opportunity are an easy way to make a lasting contribution. Benefits in- beyond our lifetimes. nothing the Board and staff find more gratifying to make a significant difference. To make a bequest, consult clude: income tax saving, capital gain tax savings, and pro- than folks enjoying the land we all preserved. with your tax or legal advisor, and please contact Land Trust viding crucial support to the Land Trust. Visit the Land Trust By definition, conservation has Please visit our website where you’ll find recom- Director of Philanthropy, Kathy Englar. website for information on how to deliver stock donations to mended outings and maps. the Land Trust’s broker. no end date, so we must plan to care The future for conservation in our region is Monthly Giving for these properties well beyond bright. We are all stakeholders and share the Many people find it easier to make a smaller contribution each our lifetimes. responsibility for ensuring that the Truckee month, thereby increasing their total support without financial Donner region continues to hold the spirit that difficulty. By providing reliable funding and helping with our We rely on the fact that for nearly 30 years, first drew us to the Sierra. Truckee Donner Land planning, monthly givers help us protect more land. Visit the our loyal supporters — those of you reading Trust is steadfastly committed to our mission of Land Trust website to sign up. this yearly report — have generously donated to preserving land through new marquee acqui- sitions while providing public access with new make possible the preservation of many im- Black Wall acquired in 2015 portant natural landscapes; but also the funds and exciting trails. There is no shortage of work, is one of the region's most it takes every year to ensure the health of our and a recovering economy creates even greater spectacular and popular climbing destinations. forests and the development of trails, bridges, urgency. Your Land Trust Board and staff is hap- Photo credit: Anne Chadwick and other improvements that will let generations py to hear from you: please contact us with your enjoy these lands. feedback and thoughts. Many, many thanks for that financial support. To continue our track record of protecting and Warm regards,

caring for tens of thousands of acres of land into

the future, we must remain relevant to you, our current supporters, and also attract new conser- vation-minded donors who have a special place Jeff Brown

About the cover: This inspiring image of Carpenter Valley was captured by Sam Okamoto

2 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 3 Far left: The Webber Lake webber lake Hotel constructed in 1863, one of Northern California's oldest buildings.

Left: Webber Lake at sunset. Photo credit: Sam Okamoto

Below: Plans for Webber Lake campground and day use. Webber Lake to

HIGH WEST open this summer LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS

10075 WEST RIVER STREET SUITE #204 The Land Trust’s focus is to maintain the TRUCKEE, CA. 96161 530.553.4000 legacy of Webber Lake as a great place CA. LIC. 4568, 5717 for families to camp, enjoy the outdoors and, of course, catch fish.

Webber Lake will be open to the public for camping and fairly easy, making a pass by the old Johnson Family home- day use this summer. In 2012, the Truckee Donner Land Trust stead at the southern end of the meadow is well worthwhile. purchased the property from long-time owners, Clif and Beginning when the snow melts, the wildflower displays Barbara Johnson who made Webber Lake a family legacy. are extraordinary. “Clif used to say, ‘I was an environmentalist before it became The richness of Webber Lake and Lacey Meadow from a his- fashionable.’ And it’s true. The Johnsons were incredible torical, recreational, and natural resource perspective is hard stewards of their property,” said John Svahn, the Land Trust’s to overstate. Lacey Meadow, at nearly 1,500 acres, is one of the Associate Director. finest examples of a sub-alpine meadow in the entire Northern The Land Trust hopes for around 40 campsites to be open by Sierra. For a number of birds and mammals, many threatened the beginning of August. Sites will temporarily be at the north or endangered, the meadow provides critical habitat. end of the lake while the west end, and permanent location of This acquisition augments a strong conservation effort the campground, is being restored. Sites are available for tents, in the Little Truckee River watershed, including Upper RVs, and trailers and will include a fire ring, picnic table, and Perazzo Creek (2007), Perazzo Meadows (2008), Cold Stream bear box. Hook-ups are not available. Reservations for camp- Meadow (2009), Independence Lake (2010), the Henness Signature Renewal Date 19 Aug 2016 ing can be made on the Land Trust’s website, tdlandtrust.org. Pass/SPI conservation easement (2010-2012) and Lower Date Day use, boat launching, and picnicking will also be avail- Carpenter Valley (2016-2017.) These projects, with the addition How to get to How to make able as well as hiking through Lacey Meadow. of Webber Lake, total nearly 17,000 acres in the heart of the Webber Lake a reservation 03-31-16

The Land Trust’s focus is to maintain the legacy of Webber Sierra Nevada Checkerboard. THIS DRAWING IS PROVIDED AS AN INSTRUMENT OF SERVICE BY HIGH WEST LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, AND IS INTENDED FOR USE ON THIS PROJECT ONLY. ANY REPRODUCTION, USE OR DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN CONSENT OF HIGH WEST LANDSCAPE To make reservations for the campground or ARCHITECTS IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. (c) COPYRIGHT 2016 BY Lake as a great place for families to camp, enjoy the outdoors The Webber Lake acquisition was made possible through From Truckee: Proceed north on Highway 89 N HIGH WEST LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS REVISION DATE and, of course, catch fish. The California Department of Fish the generous support of our donors and funding from a (Exit 188 B from Interstate 80) for 14 miles to Little lake house please go to: and Wildlife will stock the lake this summer. Boats, including number of State agencies, including the Wildlife Conserva- Truckee Summit. Make a left on the paved road to www.tdlandtrust.org/webber-lakelacey-meadows motors, are welcome, but there is a 5 mph speed limit. tion Board, the Sierra Nevada Conservancy, and the Natural Jackson Meadows Reservoir. In eight miles turn left and click on campground reservations. Main access to the lake and the trailhead will be off Jackson Resources Agency. The Trust for Public Land, The Nature and follow signs to Webber Lake. Meadows Road. Besides all the lake has to offer, hiking and Conservancy and The Northern Sierra Partnership also biking along the historic Lacey Meadows Trail is enjoyable and partnered with the Land Trust on the acquisition.

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A Brief History of Webber Lake and Lacey Meadows lee adams Barbara & Clif Johnson Sierra County Supervisor

The Webber Lake we know today out Sierra County. He was awarded the this day, one of the Sierra’s first recre- 1884. This gun today is on display at the looks very much like the unspoiled lake contract to build Sierra County’s first ational resorts and one of many stage Downieville Museum. first seen by Dr. David Gould Webber in courthouse in 1853, a structure that stops on the historic Henness Pass Road. Before the turn of the century, 1852. A native of New York, Dr. Webber would serve until its destruction by fire It is the only remaining hotel along this William Henry Johnson purchased migrated to Downieville during the gold in 1947. He also was awarded numer- historic route. Lacey Meadows to provide summer graz- rush and settled there in 1849 after living ous contracts to build public roads and By the mid 1880s, Webber Lake Ranch ing for his sheep that wintered on his in both Canada and Chicago. He was bridges throughout the county. was operated by Jack Woodward, an ranch near Roseville. Johnson bought licensed as a medical doctor at age 24. Dr. Webber relocated to the Sacramento area dairyman. Webber Lake was the the property sight unseen from Joseph Webber was a man with varied Valley in 1854 to raise horses, but in 1859 site of an 1884 murder. Woodward was Perazzo because, “Joe knew good dirt.” interests including geology, botany, returned to the Sierra Valley where he shot and killed by a disgruntled em- Clif Johnson took over the ranch from horse-breeding, and lumbering, and it raised sheep, goats, and cattle at a ranch ployee, nineteen year old James O’Neill. his father, later acquiring adjacent Web- was a grove of rare red-silver fir that four miles outside of Loyalton. In 1862, Although O’Neill claimed at trial that ber Lake. Until well into the 1970s, Clif brought him to hire a guide to take him he established a drug store in the valley, the shooting was an accident as the two and his wife, Barbara, spent most of their into the area. It was on this first trip as well. argued over wages owed, a Sierra Coun- summers at Lacey Meadows. For at least that his unscrupulous guide posted the In 1860, change came to his beloved ty jury disagreed and convicted O’Neill sixty years, the Johnsons leased Webber property as claimed for himself and Webber Lake property, when he built of first-degree murder. O’Neill was exe- Lake for a private fishing camp. only after Dr. Webber increased his the Webber Lake Hotel, a structure cuted in Downieville in November, 1885, Despite receiving more lucrative guide fee from $10 to $80 did his guide that stands to this day. While a widow- the only person hanged on the gallows offers, the Johnsons' sold the property Above right: Webber Lake is a family fishing abandon his claim and Dr. Webber was er who lost his only biological son to that survive today in Downieville as a to the Truckee Donner Land Trust and destination, photo circa 1960s. able to claim the property, including the an early death, Dr. Webber adopted a state historic landmark. In the 1990s, The Trust for Public Land in 2012. The Above: Camping at Webber Lake, circa 1920s. Photos courtesy of Webber Lake Ranch. unnamed lake. number of children for whom Webber Webber Lake caretaker Doug Garton Johnsons love and care for the land This claim that would allow this prop- Lake was home. recovered a civil war era handgun (still should be inspiring to all who visit. erty to remain in private ownership has Dr. Webber continued to winter in in its rotten leather holster) from an much to do with the lake we know today. the Sierra Valley and operated the hotel abandoned well at Webber Lake. One While Dr. Webber continued to live in seasonally until 1877. can only wonder if this was the murder Downieville, he was well known through- The Webber Lake Hotel survives to weapon urgently hidden by O’Neill in

6 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 7 tributaries to the Truckee River. The “The Land Trust is working with The Nature Conservancy, Northern Sierra Nature Conservancy to ensure public Partnership, The Trust for Public Land, enjoyment of Lower Carpenter Valley is Clarifying and the Land Trust have protected over compatible with protecting its signifi- ownership in over 17,000 acres in the watershed. cant conservation values,” Svahn added. Thanks to Auerbach Engineering, new The first phase of the acquisition Carpenter Valley trails are being planned. While the Land closed over a year ago. The Land Trust Trust readies the property for the public’s purchased 620 acres that included Part of Carpenter Valley enjoyment, it will offer frequent docent Crabtree Canyon, recorded a conser- remains in private ownership. lead hikes starting in July (see page 14). vation easement on the property, and The Land Trust will own Because of Lower Carpenter Valley’s resold it to Tahoe Donner Association approximately 63% of the extraordinary natural resources, public for inclusion in their summer and winter meadow that comprises enjoyment of the property needs to be trail system. the Valley’s floor that is the carefully managed. conservation prize. A lateral moraine neatly divides Land Trust and private ownership. For good relations with the Carpenter Land Trust’s neighbors, it is important to respect their

Left: Photo Credit, Elizabeth Carmel, The Carmel Gallery right to privacy and not trespass onto property to Valley Map: Lower Carpenter Valley has areas providing critical and rare the west. Signs mark the habitat including fens, springs, riparian areas and willow forests. The map depicts sensitive and special resource areas. property boundaries. Map courtesy of The Nature Conservancy.

The Truckee Donner Land Trust will previous owners, provides an extremely values are unique, highly functioning wrap-up the Campaign for Carpenter large, complex mixture of high quality and near pristine,” said John Svahn, the Valley on July 15th. Nearly $5 million Sierran habitat. It includes wet meadow, Land Trust’s Associate Director. has been raised from private sources fresh water emergent wetland, riverine, Given its size, healthy geomorphic H and state and federal agencies have and fen habitat types, as well as red fir, condition, and hydrologic regime, Car- H H pledged another $5 million, putting the lodgepole pine, and mixed-conifer forest. penter Valley retains a large quantity H H Land Trust and its partners, The Nature It supports wildlife species including of runoff from the Sierra Crest. During H Conservancy and the Northern Sierra black bear, mountain lion, bobcat, coyote, the summer, the meadow feeds Prosser Partnership, within striking distance of and various bird species and is summer Creek with clean, cold water, that in turn its $10.3 million goal. range for the Loyalton-Truckee deer herd. sustains high quality aquatic habitat in But we need your help. Please consider Several special-status species are likely Prosser Creek and the Truckee River. It H a gift to help us get to the finish line. found in Carpenter Valley including is, in short, an example of how a subal- H The Carpenter Valley acquisition is willow flycatcher, wolverine, mountain pine Sierra meadow should work. Feder- H 1,320 acres just north of Truckee’s Town yellow-legged frog, and Pacific fisher. al and state officials have identified the boundary and Tahoe Donner. It includes If the Land Trust and its partners North Fork of Prosser Creek that bisects over two thirds of the Valley comprised had not acquired the 600 acres in the the meadow as ideal for the recovery of of a pristine meadow, healthy stands of lower meadow, it could easily have been native Lahontan cutthroat trout. These HH willows, and two miles of the North Fork subdivided into seven estate parcels. federally threatened fish have been doc- H of Prosser Creek. The impacts from development would umented in the creek as recently as the More specifically, Carpenter Valley be devastating to the meadow and rich late 80s and may still be present. contains a variety of habitat types and habitat the lower meadow provides. The protection of this property is a is a top priority for biodiversity conser- “The Land Trust has done bigger deals key part of a larger conservation effort H Spring vation in the Sierra Nevada. The entire in terms of ‘bucks and acres,’ but very in the middle Truckee River basin. This Springflow Fens Valley, thanks to conservation-minded few as important from a bio-diversity basin includes the Little Truckee River North Fork Prosser River FloodZoneA private landowners to the west and the and ecological perspective. The resource and Prosser Creek, two of the largest Boundary ! 0 500 1,000 [ Feet Source: Esri, DigitalGlobe, GeoEye, Earthstar Geographics, CNES/Airbus DS, USDA, USGS, AEX, Getmapping, Aerogrid, IGN, IGP, swisstopo, and the GIS User Community 8 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 9 van norden meadow

Restoring Van Norden Meadow

Van Norden Meadow is one of the most important subalpine climatic vulnerability to meadow restoration actions aimed at meadows in the Northern Sierra and the headwaters of the restoring ecosystem function. South Yuba River. As part of the Royal Gorge acquisition, the The restoration project at Van Norden Meadow will target Van Norden Meadow was purchased in 2012 and saved from many of the priorities listed by the state of California, the development by the Truckee Donner Land Trust, multiple National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Business Plan, and Bad meadow local conservation groups, and thousands of local community California’s Water Action Plan, including (1) achieving the members who supported the campaign and raised funds to protection and restoration of important mountain meadow save this property. ecosystems, (2) improving stream flow and drought prepared- The meadow, while picturesque, is impaired by historic uses ness, and (3) managing headwaters for multiple benefits. including roads, a dam, the railroad, numerous non-functioning Once implemented, this project will result in improved culverts, and grazing. These impairments to the natural flow meadow habitat and ecological function, improved hydrologic of water increase the stream’s velocity, causing erosion and function, improved water quality and increased summer base channelization. Snow melt in a properly functioning meadow flows, increased carbon storage, and the improvement of the spills onto the meadow, seeps into the ground forming a vast overall resiliency of the headwaters of the South Yuba River underground reservoir that supports meadow habitat. In its to changing climatic conditions. The project will also lead to current condition, sediment laden run off rushes unimpeded greater scientific understanding of meadow processes which downhill in the incised channels, drying the meadow out. can be applied to meadows and headwater streams across the The South Yuba River Citizen’s League (SYRCL), in partner- Sierra region. ship with the US Forest Service, Tahoe National Forest (USFS), The proposed remedies for this project include filling and other partners proposes to restore 485 acres of meadow sections of the South Yuba River and Castle Creek to recon- habitat in Van Norden meadow. The restoration will involve nect the meadow floodplain to the streams and increasing removing or filling the incised channels allowing water to slow the groundwater levels within the meadow. Willow and sedge and flood the meadow more often. It also involves conducting planting will occur in areas where native plant recruitment is key scientific studies to address specific uncertainties about desired. In addition, invasive species removal will occur for how meadow restoration actions impact meadow hydrology, reed canary grass and encroaching conifers will be removed ecology, biology, and the vulnerability of meadows to climate along the meadow edges. change. The project partners have been monitoring Van Nor- den meadow since 2008 and anticipate that long-term baseline Project Partners: US Forest Service, Tahoe National data will lead to greater understanding of specific uncertain- Forest, Truckee Donner Land Trust, UC Davis Center ties surrounding the response of meadow hydrology, head- for Watershed Sciences, Balance Hydrologics, Stantec, water streamflow, vegetation and wildlife communities, and Point Blue, and Gateway Mountain Center.

10 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 11 Good meadow trails update More good, trails update Royal Gorge dirty fun I have two doctors, my left leg and my right. g.m. trevelyan stewardship In the Land Trust’s World Donner Lake Rim Trail The Donner Lake Rim Trail (DRLT) is a 23-mile HQ is a whiteboard list- multi-use trail circumnavigating the ing a full and ambitious mountains and ridges surrounding and trails season of trail building Donner Lake. Currently nine miles of the have been constructed and are commencing just as available for public use. After a break soon as the snow melts. to focus on Royal Gorge, Martis Val- Here’s a sampling: ley and Webber Lake, Land Trust staff Managing the 3,000-acre Royal Gorge were mostly harvested from an area to are excited to be working on the Rim Property has been a high priority for the be thinned in the future, and the Boy Perazzo Meadows Trail The finishing Trail again. The trail will be a shared Truckee Donner Land Trust since clos- Scouts were able to stock their Christ- touches will be put on this two mile me- alignment with Nevada County’s Pines ing in 2012. The Land Trust has invested mas tree lot with beautiful firs for their andering trail along the Little Truckee to Mines Trail connecting Truckee heavily in forest fuels management, annual fundraiser. River. Park at the Perazzo picnic area with Nevada City, and Placer County’s constructing new trails, restoring Van The Land Trust is excited to an- off Henness Pass Rd. and combine the Emigrant Trail connecting Donner Norden Meadow, bringing the dam at nounce the completion of the Walter new trail as a nice start for a hike up Memorial State Park with Cisco Grove Van Norden Meadow into compliance, and Esther Hewlett Royal Gorge Rim Mt. Lola. Please visit tdlandtrust.org/ and permitting and construction is and promoting recreational use that is Trail. The trail is nearly fourteen miles Top: A trail sign for the 13-mile Walter and perazzo-meadows for more information. underway. Look for new sections of the compatible with the resources. in length, travels the perimeter of the Esther Hewlett Royal Gorge Rim Trail. trail north of Interstate 80 to be com- The property was previously managed property, and has truly stunning views Above: Local Scout Troop 267 takes a break Elizabethtown Meadows Trail A new pleted this year. The Rim trail across for timber production which created of the Royal Gorge and the high peaks while adding finishing touches to the Hewlett Royal Gorge RimTrail. trail linking Waddle Ranch Preserve Schallenberger Ridge is in the works! unsafe forest conditions and an unnat- of the Granite Chief Wilderness. It with the Northstar Drive/State Route tdlandtrust.org/dlrt ural composition of tree species. To is open to hiking, running, mountain 267 intersection will be completed this remedy this, thinning areas of forest biking, and equestrian use. A map of the summer. The trail traverses the Eliza- Carpenter Valley Trails and the along the wildland-urban interface property and the trail can be found at bethtown Meadows property, traveling Royal Gorge Rim Trail (WUI) is underway around the Serene tdlandtrust.org/royal-gorge. through several beautiful meadows and Please see pages 8, 9 and 12 to learn Lakes subdivision. Forestry work focus- The Land Trust's goal is to promote Gorge. Two running events at Royal mature pine forests. The route showcas- more about the trail planning in es on removing dense areas of small recreation compatible with protection Gorge, Ragnar and the Castle Peak 100, es summer wildflowers and fall color, Carpenter Valley and the new Royal lodgepole pines and firs, and promoting of a property’s conservation values. are fast becoming anchors to local rac- with fantastic views of the Sierra Crest. Gorge Rim Trail. growth of mature red fir and western Another consideration is impacts on ing schedules. The new trail also connects with several white pine. Forestry operations will be nearby communities. In addition to To further manage the Royal Gorge different trail networks and is fast be- ongoing; management of the WUI will opening properties for use by the pub- property harmoniously with adjacent coming a favorite with trail runners. continue and selective management of lic, the Land Trust hosts events. These lands, the Land Trust and partners tdlandtrust.org/elizabethtown-meadows adjacent forest areas for wildlife habitat events make protected lands available Sugar Bowl/Royal Gorge, the Donner will begin. Management of the forest for to people who otherwise might not visit Summit Area Association, SLOPA, Plac- habitat will focus on protection of ma- them and generates a modest amount er and Nevada Counties, and the U.S. Top: The scenic Donner Lake Rim Trail ture trees from disease and promotion of for the property’s management budget. Forest Service. A master trails planning With this exceedingly snowy winter, trails have taken a Middle: A new bridge in the Martis Valley. Bottom: Buffing out a new trail in the Martis Valley. late-seral conditions. These include a half-marathon at Wad- process is in its infancy with the goal of beating and the maintenance “to do” list is long. This includes In December 2016, the Land Trust dle Ranch Preserve, Trails and Vistas’ promoting sustainable recreation over reconstructing tread in washed out areas, removing deadfall, augmented the thinning by allowing Plein Air painting at Lacey Meadows, various land ownership in the Donner clearing drains, and removing rocks. A list of trail maintenance the local Boy Scout Troop to harvest rock climbing and backcountry skiing Summit region. Priorities will be trail and construction days is located on the next page. To volunteer Christmas Trees from the property. The instruction by local guide services, ski access, parking, signage, winter access, for trail maintenance contact: Kevin Starr [email protected] partnership was a win-win; the trees races, and trail-running events at Royal and bolstering the local economy.

12 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 13 hikes & trail building schedule donors Thank you Hike with us to our donors

Join the Land Trust on a docent-led Docent Hikes & Trail Days Pyramid Household $100K + $5K to $9999 Mark Linton and Susan Ellis 2017 Schedule Estate of Ed Henney Trudy and William Ausfahl Phil and Carolyn McIntyre hike to Lower Carpenter Valley and Gina and John Biondi Chris Ottenweller and Barbara Lovero other hikes on protected lands. trail work days $20 to $99,999 Tom and Louise Burns Hope Page Carpenter Valley is an easy five June 17 Gordon and Carolyn Davidson Geoff and Patty Chin Andrew Pasternak and JoAnn Ellero Connie and Jon Hartung Ruth Donohugh Donna Poggi and Jay Anderson mile walk with gorgeous displays of July 29 August 19 Jim and Denny Hoelter Vivian and Bruce Euzent Margaret and Albert Steunenberg wildflowers in one of the Northern September 23 Jim Loughlin Merle and Michael Fajans Buck and RT Taylor Sierra’s most spectacular meadows. Susan McClatchy Dan and Monica Flynn Steve Vallarino and Raini Sugg carpenter valley hikes Sheri and Jack Overall Mike and Sue Friedenbach Ken and Lynn Weakley To register please visit Chris Sacca and Crystal English Sacca Bill and Sara Jo Goerke William Wendin June 27 J. Holley Taylor and Debra Duffer Rob and Clair Hamner Thomas Winn tdlandtrust.org/plan-your-visit. July 5, 8 , 10, 15, 22, 24, 28, 30 Kenneth and Megan Wright Harriet Johnson August 4, 7, 12, 18, 20, 26, 28 Bill and Diane Zuendt Cheryl and Grady Kromer $1000 to $2499 September 1, 10, 16, 24 Or give back by joining staff and Mary Loomis and Robert Farina Noelle Allen and John Hetz October 2, 13, 21, 29 volunteers in maintaining portions $10K to $19,999 Jennifer Martin and Daryl Odnert Jonathan Alloy Jeanne and Larry Aufmuth Judy Mayorga Thomas Ausfahl point mariah hike 5.2 miles, moderate of the Land Trust’s 32-mile trail Martin and Holly Bern Shanna O’Hare and John Davis Nancy C. Bean July 16 network. To register for trail work Sharon and John Brauman Cindy and Ron Olander Damon and Stephanie Becker Ann Burchill and Dennis Kundsin Mike Roudnev Diane Behrle days, please contact Kevin Starr at lacey meadows hike 6 miles, easy Tony and Barbara Grasseschi Crabb Sue Sage Jeff and Laura Brown August 19 [email protected]. Isaac and Renee Goff Ian Simmons John and Julie Buckley

Photo credit ©Tom Lippert Margaret Hand and John Hartog Jeri Ann Smith and Tony Francis Anne Chadwick Castle and Basin Peaks with Euer Valley and mt lola hike 12 miles, strenuous Nick and Sue Hellman George and Amy Somero Ernest Chan Carpenter Valley in the foreground. September 8 Rod and Jonnie Jacobs Wendy Sumner Douglas and Susan Chance Hank and Eileen Lewis Grace and Steven Voorhis Patty Coe and Barry Freifeld Lanie and Charlie Linker James and Marie Colbert Christney and William McGlashan $2500 to $4999 Helen Conway Bernard and Joan Pech Ned and Jimi Barnholt Wayne Crow Andre Henri Joseph and Kristen Pech Joachim and Nancy Bechtle Nancy Wendt Cushing Kitty and Lee Price Emily and Lance Conn Steve and Jade Dahl Ann Reisenauer and Dick Simpson Susa Gates Cooper Seth Dee Michael and Carol Sabarese Pam and Dennis Fisco Richard and Sherry Dumke Daniel and Charlene Simmons Peter and Sandra Golze Murray and Renee Einarson Jean Snuggs Geoff and Barbara Griffin Kathy Englar Gail and Rick Stephens Steve Hamill Dean and Daria Eppley Jill and Jack Svahn Robert and Mary Hery Katherine and Randall Erickson Julie Thornton and Craig Falk Douglas and Cindy Lacey Gerald and Linda Feeney Estate of Timothy Edmond Treacy Gary and Carolyn Lawson Doug and Jane Ferguson Thomas and Cathy Van Berkem John Lee Chris Fichtel and Nancy Light Wettstein Family Suzanne Legallet Frannie Fleishhacker Mary and Arnie Levine Sharon and Kin Fong

14 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 15 Robert and Donna Frassinello Steven and Wendy Shray Lane and John Emerick Janet Peterson Bob Brown Kevin and Donica O’Laughlin Robert and Kimi Fukotumi Mark and Mary Sliwkowski Elizabeth and Charles Farnsworth Romulus Portwood Philip Browning and Grace Starr Brian and Julie O’Melveny David George and Amy Shaw Stormy Snively and David Hensley Robert and Cathy Farnsworth Lynette and Graham Powell Carl and Nanon Buchell Ted and Sara Owens Susan Groshong and Bob Dillard Paul Snowberg Robert Felton Mike and Cathy Puckett Richard Glynguard Burge Lois and David Parsons Margaret and Ernie Grossman Ben Solomon Leslie and Stephen Francis Gale Rankin and V.J. Bonnard David and Andrea Campos Blair Paterson Daniel S. Haas Joel Steinberg and Mayumi Kelly Kosugi Diana and Michael Fredrich Sarah and Ken Reid Chaffin Family Michael J. Pease Sarah and Parke Hafner Diane and Joe Stemach Yoav and Robin Gal George Rekouts Renee and Michael Child Susan Peick Sam and Mary Hammonds Susan and Merton Story Clara Gerdes and Ken Biba Vicki and Gordon Rosenberg Edmund and Barbara Czerwinski Peter and Jacqueline Poulsen David and Gale Harding Bill and Mary Alice Thauvette Eleanor Hewlett Gimon Kari and Chris Rust William and Rosalee DeLacy William Reller Louis Hebert Gretchen and Garfield Thomas Michael and Laurel Gothelf Paul Sassenrath Mitchell and Sydney Dion Jeff and Mylene Reuvekamp Wei Hong Nathan Trueblood Robert Green and Kathleen Kearley Edna and Paul Schumacher Theresa May Duggan Craig Ritchey Joseph and Sue Huettl Matthew Tucker Charles and Marcia Cohn Growdon Gretchen and Thomas Selfridge Chrissy Earnhardt Alexander and Britta Mackey Rogerson Sandra Hughes Peter Van Der Naillen and Bridget Fla- Arne and Lee Hamala Sandra and Bill Shepherd John and Elizabeth Eaton Kate and Doug Rundle Tamara and Zachary Hymanson nagan Jon and Katherine Harvey Jan and Mike Shinn Arlene and Mike Edminster Jennifer and Steve Ryder Fred and Barbara Ilfeld Frits and Letty Vanderlinden Wendi and William Haskell Mary Simpson and James Reinke Sally and Rodger Engebrethson Page and Ferrell Sanders Caroline and James Jenkins Jack and Judy Warner Lauri and Robert Heath Irina and James Scott Sinnott Bill and Martha Folk Jeffrey Schloss and Emily Desfor Bob and Suzanne Jessell Zaitlin-Nienberg Family Nancy and Mark Himelstein Frank Smith and Dian Duryea Cynthia Foster Karen Seaward Carolyn Johnson and Rick Theis Charles Zipkin and Janet Zipser Zipkin Joseph Hovell David and Judie Stepner Fernanda and Paul Franco-Ferrara Lydia and Jim Seely Michael and Susan Jordan Mark and Mary Lou Zoback Joseph Howard Shaun and Suzanne Sullivan Bill and Jackie Gage James Sherman Padget M. 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22 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 23 Special acknowledgements

Partners, Foundations, Nonprofits Mountainside Partners Tahoe Donner Cross County Ski Resort Amazon Smile National Fish & Wildlife Foundation Tahoe Donner Giving Fund American Alpine Club Nevada County Tahoe Donner Hiking Club American Hiking Sociaty North Fork Association Tahoe Donner Trails Club Bear Yuba Land Trust North Lake Tahoe Chamber Tahoe Institute for Natural Science Bicyclists of Nevada County of Commerce Tahoe Pyramid Bikeways Bretthauer Management Inc. Northern Sierra Partnership Tahoe Rim Trail Association California Council of Land Trusts Northstar California Tahoe Trail Trekkers California Department of Fish & Wildlife Pacific Crest Trail Association Tahoe Trampers California Natural Resources Agency Patagonia Tahoe Truckee Community Foundation California State Parks Placer County The Access Fund California Wildlife Conservation Board Placer Land Trust The David and Lucile Community Foundation of Point Blue Packard Foundation Western Nevada REI The Flora Family Foundation Donner Lake Property Resources Law Group The Nature Conservancy Dan, Dana and Campbell Goddard Owners Association Sagehen Creek Field Station The Trust for Public Land Photo courtesy of Dan Goddard Donner Lake Woods Homeowners Save Van Norden Meadow The William and Flora Association Serene Lakes Property Hewlett Foundation Donner Summit Area Association Owners Association Town of Truckee Emigrant Trails Greenway Trust Sierra Business Council Trails & Vistas A shout out to our eScrip Sierra College Trout Unlimited Feather River Land Trust Sierra County Truckee Chamber of Commerce Gateway Mountain Center Sierra County Historical Society Truckee River Ranch supporter Dan Goddard Gold Country Trails Council Sierra Nevada Conservancy Truckee River Watershed Council GoodDirtyFun.org Sierra Tinker Belles Garden Club Truckee Rotary Headwaters Science Institute Sierra Watch Truckee Tahoe Airport District Dan Goddard, loyal Truckee Donner Dan’s work is wonderfully creative and IBIS Bicycles South Yuba River Citizens League Truckee Trails Foundation Land Trust supporter, is a craftsman and reflects the alpine environment. “I shoot for Lahontan Community Foundation Sugar Bowl/Royal Gorge Ski Resort Truckee-Donner Historical Society contractor. He also makes the Land Trust’s an organic blend of materials, combined Mellam Family Foundation Tahoe Area Mountain kiosks, trail signs and gates. So impressive with steel and metals,” he explains. Morgan Family Foundation Biking Association is his work, that State Parks and local ski Dan’s a fan of the Land Trust. “I am ex- Mountain Area Preservation Tahoe Donner Association resorts have also asked for Dan’s help. tremely grateful for the Land Trust’s work Dan grew-up in quintessential New and being such a big part of the community England, in the Berkshires. His father is a in so many different ways,” craftsman as well. Out of high school, he When not backcountry skiing, hiking InKind Mountain Hardware & Sports The Carmel Gallery enlisted in the Marine Corps, although or rock climbing, Dan spends time with his Cedar House Sport Hotel Northstar California Resort The Mountain Forge, Inc. given his truly free spirit, you might never wife, Dana, and their young son, Campbell. David Galson Patagonia The Pour House DMB Highlands Group Paul Hastings LLP Touchstone have guessed it. He moved to Truckee in Dan is owner/worker-bee of DG Construction, Don and Pat Malberg REI Viole Skis and Snowboards 1993, smitten by the mountains. specializing in custom homes, remodels Gateway Mountain Center Richard Rose “I like walking out my front door and and additions. Law Office of Tom Archer Sugar Bowl seeing the mountains everyday,” he said.

24 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 25 transitions meet our partners Shout-out to Welcome to the board our partner

The Land Trust is pleased then decided to go to law school and The Land Trust is delighted to welcome Paco Lindsay arrived in Truckee in The Truckee Donner region is chose Santa Clara University School of Daniel Simmons to our Board of 1974 and immediately saw Truckee as to announce four new Law where she received a J.D. and her Directors. A retired faculty member and his home. Being from Iowa, he was en- surrounded by 875,000 acres of Board members to guide M.B.A. from Santa Clara University. professor emeritus at UC Davis School of amored with the beauty of the Northern United States Forest Service lands, the Land Trust’s work: Law, Dan is a sought after tax specialist Sierra, uniqueness of Truckee, and the managed by the Tahoe National “Jim Winterberger is perhaps the who brings critical domain expertise to mountainous terrain. Holding various Aparna Reddy, Jim most effective small business owner in the Land Trust. In his words, “There’s very year-round jobs, including at the infa- Forest, one of the Land Trust's Winterberger, Dan Truckee. His leadership and vision for little we can do in today’s society that mous Flop House and as a cook in the most important partners. Simmons & Paco Lindsay. our region will be paramount in guiding doesn’t have tax implications,” and that Passage, Paco began his own summer the organization as we delve into new includes land preservation. And he also business, Paco’s Truckee River Bicycle, Over the past 15 years, “The Tahoe” has been blessed to have a succession of acquisitions and land management brings the passion: Simmons is president out of his garage. With his interest in remarkable and visionary leaders, Steve Eubanks, Tom Quinn, and today’s Su- The Land Trust is excited to welcome endeavors. Jim has covered nearly every of Far West Masters Ski Racing Associa- Nordic skiing, the bike shop became a pervisor, Eli Elano. The public is also fortunate also to have committed, commu- Aparna Reddy to our Board. She mile of the region by bike or ski and adds tion and competitive alpine racer affiliat- Truckee institution, Paco’s Truckee Bike nity-minded and passionate District Rangers, Joanne Roubique in Truckee, and joined the Porter Simon law firm in an athlete’s mentality to our board,” said ed with Squaw Valley Masters ski team. and Ski. Quentin Youngblood in Sierraville. Truckee last fall as an associate attorney Jeff Brown of the Land Trust’s new Board “I am excited and honored by this Paco brings a wealth of experience in “At every level I have worked with, Forest Service personnel have been profes- concentrating on general business, busi- member, Jim Winterberger. opportunity to contribute to the success finance, trail building and advocacy to sional, hardworking and exceptionally dedicated to the land and public service,” ness formation, employment, and real After graduating from the University of Truckee Donner Land Trust,” stated the Land Trust board. said John Svahn, the Land Trust’s Associate Director. estate matters. A Reno native, she began of Vermont, Jim was lured to Tahoe by Simmons emphatically. “The Land Trust’s As a member of the Truckee Trails Unfortunately, and especially in the Truckee Donner region, public lands here her career in the Bay Area working as in- snow-covered mountains and pristine al- Carpenter Valley acquisition is incredibly Foundation Board of Directors, Paco are a checkerboard of alternating public and private square-mile sections of house counsel for a variety of public and pine lakes. Jim joins the Board with great meaningful to me personally because helped pass Measures R and V, a bond land. This debacle is the result of land grants going to back to 1863 and the con- private companies. enthusiasm and passion for protecting of its proximity to my home in Tahoe measure focused on road repair and struction of the transcontinental railroad. “Filling in the checkerboard to create a sensible land management regime and improve wildlife corridors is a priority for the USFS and the Land Trust,” said Fran Herbst of the USFS. The Land Trust works closely with the USFS, often behind the scenes to broker deals on the USFS’s behalf, such as 419 acres at the entrance to Castle Valley recently added to Tahoe National Forest. In other cases, the Land Trust acquires and outright donates land to the USFS. “Our best success in stewarding the Tahoe National Forest comes when we work with partners. The Truckee Donner Land Trust is a shining example of this. TDLT plays a critical role in conserving lands within and around the Tahoe "Aparna Reddy brings tremendous beautiful open spaces with high recre- Donner. I felt I had to get involved to maintenance (and bicycle lanes), and National Forest through their ability to act quickly and nimbly when the need education and experience that dovetails ational value and environmental signifi- make sure the Land Trust continues its construction and maintenance of Truck- arises. In addition to their decades of securing lands for the public, the Land nicely with the Land Trust’s mission,” cance. Jim is the Founder and President momentum.” ee’s Trail Network. He also advocates Trust has built numerous trails on and around the Forest and every year they said Anne Chadwick, chair of board of Tahoe Getaways, a property manage- Dan and his wife Charlene spend their tirelessly for the protection of open spac- host hundreds of hours of volunteer trail maintenance,” said Forest Supervisor development. “It helps that she’s an avid ment firm in Truckee. He also chairs the time in both Davis and Truckee, but as es and connectivity in the local earthen Eli Elano. “Not only does the Forest Service share common goals with Truckee mountain biker, skier, and paddle board- Truckee Business Improvement District passionate skiers, they are not fair-weath- trail network. Perhaps most notably, he Donner Land Trust, we really enjoy working with the people.” er who loves being in the mountains. and is a member of the Truckee Down- er visitors to Truckee where they spend a is one of the lucky Truckee characters to Her heart is in the mountains.” After town Merchants Association and the great deal of their time. You can find them have an omelet named after him at the graduating from Wooster High School, North Lake Tahoe Resort Association. on the slopes in the winter and the hiking Squeeze Inn. she completed her B.S. in plant biology When not working, Jim can be found suf- and biking trails in the summer. Recently retired from his bike shop, at U.C. Davis and while working in a lab fering up single track, coaching skiing, Paco spends time with his wife Carol one summer she learned of opportuni- and exploring the backcountry with his and gets in lots of miles on his road bike. ties to work in science and the law. She wife and three young kids. Welcome Paco! 26 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 27 wildflowers Elizabethtown Meadow For the shortest drive to wildflowers and easiest access to lunch in Truckee or Northstar afterwards, check out the Land Trust’s new Elizabethtown Trail which is accessible from the traffic light at 267 and Northstar Drive. Finding wildflowers in the Plenty of parking is available near the roundabout just off Truckee / Tahoe area some- 267. The upper part (eastern side) of the meadow is drier and An Insider's Guide times involves detective work, wildflowers often appear early in the season. There is a small so we asked Land Trust Board spring near the north end of the meadow that holds interesting member and Sierra wildflower to Finding Wildflowers wildflowers. If you have time for a jog or a hike, continue on and bird enthusiast Geoff this new trail to Waddle Ranch Preserve. Griffin to share his secrets. and Birdwatching Photo credit (all): Geoff Griffin Lacey Meadows A must visit spot in your search for wild- Meadows Penstemon in Van Norden Meadow flowers and birds is the Land Trust’s Lacey Meadow Trail. Thanks to ample precipitation this winter, naturalists are fore- Wear boots, though ­­— it’s easy to get your feet wet early in the casting a spectacular wildflower season, starting soon in the wildflower season. The area along the far eastern edge of the lower elevations in Truckee and lasting through Labor Day in lower meadow consists largely of volcanic soil which drains the north and east-facing areas of the Sierra Crest. quickly once the runoff starts; expect to see 40-50 species of wildflowers. Marsh Marigolds are prolific early in the season Sagehen Creek is well known locally as a bellwether site along some of the feeder creeks. Birding is generally excellent for wildflowers because of its southern exposure and rela- along the meadow fringes and in the willows along Lacey tively low elevation. From a small parking area off Highway Creek. Over 100 species have been recorded for Lacey 89 about 7 miles north of Interstate 80, a trail heads gently Meadows, including rare/threatened species, such as the downstream along the creek for about 2 miles, traverses a Willow Flycatcher. small meadow, and then crosses the creek to a very large meadow on the south side of the creek. Numerous species of early season wildflowers can be found along the trail shortly Wildflowers in Sherwood Forest (1 of 2) Albino Meadow Penstemon in Van Norden Meadow

Van Norden Meadow One area of the meadow has a different soil structure than the rest of the meadow and dries out earlier resulting in early-season wildflowers. This spot is about a half mile north of Castle Creek and a few hundred yards into the meadow from Old County Road; it's easily recognizable by some fairly large rocks. When conditions are right, there is a huge area of Meadow Penstemon, including an unusual albino variety. With this year’s snow, late May/early June will be too early for wildflowers at Donner Summit, but this particular area will dry much more quickly than the rest of the meadow. Later in the season be sure to check out the meadow area just east of the Beckwith Violet, Sagehen Creek Wildflowers in Sherwood Forest (2 of 2) old sheep pen for a great display of Camas and other wet-mead- Steer's Head, Lacey Meadows after the snow has melted. Check out the big meadow on the Sherwood Forest chair lift. As soon as the snow melts, early- ow wildflowers. You’ll find parking along the side of Old County south side of the creek where it enters Stampede Reservoir season wildflowers begin to appear along the maintenance Road, a good dirt road, shortly after it crosses Castle Creek. for huge blooms of Camas. Along the trail and in the mead- road that starts near the base of the chairlift and traverses up Access Old County Road through a large dirt parking area ows, when conditions are good, it’s easy to find 40+ species the ski slope. By mid-July, the ski slope is a mass of wildflowers shortly after you cross the railroad tracks on Soda Springs Road of wildlfowers. The birds love it, too, so be on the lookout. and some unusual species can be found along the small feeder and follow about half a mile to Castle Creek. creeks. In mid-summer incredible masses of wildflowers can be The Sherwood Forest side of Alpine Meadows gets lots of sun found near the two waterfalls higher up toward the crest. Bring making it a great location for early and mid-season wildflow- binoculars if you’re a birder and let us know what you see. ers. Parking is available at a small paved area at the upper end of Courcheval Rd and along the road near the base of the

28 summer 2017 truckee donner land trust 29 Meadows Road about 1.5 miles to a left turn marked “Indepen- transitions dence Lake Road. Turn left onto this graded dirt road, cross the bridge over the Little Truckee River, and proceed to the first right turn (0.8 mi from Jackson Meadows Rd). This unsigned Welcome road is Henness Pass Road, one of the most popular routes across the Sierra during the mid 1800s. In about 2 miles, Henness Pass Road drops down a short hill and crosses a small Kathy Englar Photo credit: meadow. Parking for the Land Trust property is on the right Anne Chadwick about 300 yards past the end of the meadow. Our experienced and committed Director of Philanthropy, Kathy Englar, enjoyed a successful Silicon Valley career — and a ski team parent’s high mileage Cold Stream Meadow — Mt. Lola Trail In 2010, the Land staff, board, and partners have built Trust acquired a beautiful meadow and surrounding forest lifestyle — for many years but was looking for more meaning a 27-year history of getting things in her professional life, specifically for the opportunity to Seep-spring Monkeyflowers in Shirley Canyon that the Mt Lola trail passes through. From the trailhead just off Henness Pass Road, the Mount Lola trail climbs 2.8 done and I jumped at the chance to contribute to environmental preservation. She found it with Truckee Donner Land Trust last year and now lives full time miles to reach Cold Stream Meadow., which is just over a join the team and make a difference Shirley Canyon is one of the premier wildflower areas in the half mile long and about a quarter mile wide. From mid-July in Truckee, where she hikes or skis daily and is a member of Truckee/Tahoe area during the entire summer. Follow the in land preservation around Truckee. Truckee’s masters swim team. Granite Chief trail (trailhead is near the Olympic Valley Inn kathy englar registration office) for about a half mile until it veers away from the creek. From here is an excellent “use” trail that continues up the north side of the creek. In the early summer carpets of Seep- spring Monkeyflower surround the open granite areas. There are also numerous unusual species, such as California Skullcap. A high five for

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For six years, Geoff Griffin has provided careful guidance and leadership to the Land Trust Board of Directors. Geoff served as Chair of the Finance Committee where he put in Wildflowers in Cold Stream Meadow place internal controls and a new investment strategy. Geoff also served on the audit committee. Besides his financial to mid-August, there is an abundance of wildflowers in the acumen, Geoff is a well studied naturalist. More than once, meadow and numerous birds around the fringes. The Mt. Lola Land Trust staff went to Geoff to help identify a wildflower or a trail follows the west side of the meadow and then begins bird’s whistle. His photographs have graced many of the Land its climb to the summit of Mt. Lola (elevation 9,149’). To get Trust’s newsletters, this edition no exception. to the trailhead, follow Highway 89 north approximately 17 “During Geoff’s board tenure, the organization took quan- miles and turn left onto Jackson Meadows Road. Drive about tum strides both in terms of land acquisition and organiza- 1.5 miles to a left turn marked “Independence Lake Road.” tional capacity. Geoff has played a critical role in this progress. Turn left onto this graded dirt road, cross the bridge over the Without Geoff’s participation, TDLT may not be in a position Large Leaf Lupine, Little Truckee River, Perazzo Meadow Little Truckee River, and proceed to the first right turn (0.8 mi to handle multiple high-profile acquisitions simultaneously. from Jackson Meadows Rd). In just over 3 miles, the Mt Lola The organization is fortunate for Geoff’s involvement,” Jeff trailhead parking area is on the left (watch carefully for the Perazzo Meadows In 2008, the Land Trust acquired nearly Brown, the Land Trust’s Board President, said. sign because it is partially unreadable). 900 acres of pristine wet meadow and montane forest along Geoff has been involved in the greater Lake Tahoe area since the Little Truckee River. There are two picnic areas and a use the late 1970s. He and his wife, Barbara, live in Tahoe City. trail that provides access to the river as well to the riverside Geoff enjoyed a long international career in management con- meadows that host beautiful displays of wildflowers in the sulting in advising financial services organizations, technolo- summer. In addition, the Little Truckee River corridor hosts gy companies, and payments associations. An avid cross-coun- numerous species of both resident and migrating birds, includ- try skier, Geoff also has served on the Boards of the Far West ing some endangered and threatened species. From Interstate Nordic Ski Education Association and Auburn Ski Club. 80 in Truckee, drive north on Highway 89 approximately 17 The Land Trust thanks Geoff for his many contributions miles to Jackson Meadows Road and turn left. Follow Jackson and service.

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About this image Elizabeth Carmel, owner of The Carmel Gallery in Truckee and Calistoga with her husband and fellow celebrated photographer Olof, believes that “experiencing the Earth’s beauty has the power to help nourish and unify us, both on a personal and global level.” Her dazzling image “Evening Sun, High Sierra” was taken in Lower Carpenter Valley. Elizabeth has generously donated this image, hand-mounted on canvas and ready for display, to the Campaign for Carpenter Valley and is making it available to a generous supporter via a virtual silent auction. Valued at $980, we’re opening the bidding at $500 (shipping or delivery to be arranged separately). To place your bid, contact Kathy Englar at the Land Trust, [email protected]. Bidding remains open until July 15.