PLACER LAND TRUST

Land Conservation and Protection The primary mission of Placer Land Trust (PLT) is to protect agricultural and natural lands in the Placer County region for public benefit through the acquisition and stewardship of land and conservation easements. During this fiscal year, PLT successfully protected an additional 2,147 acres through two significant projects, increasing the total land protected to 21,076.5 acres. Highlights of the year include: Lincoln 1079 Ranch - A 581-acre organic almond and rice ranch that is now permanently protected as agricultural land and Lake Clementine & North Fork American River Preserve - Over 1,500 acres of critical river canyon habitat near Auburn formerly slated for residential development, which was conveyed to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to ensure permanent conservation. These accomplishments reflect PLTs commitment to safeguarding vital landscapes for the benefit of current and future generations.

Placer Land Trust actively manages the properties it owns to ensure public benefits are preserved now and for future generations in perpetuity. When feasible we work to enhance the public value of these properties by restoring wildlife habitats, controlling non-native invasive species, reducing fuel loads, improving public access, and more. For example, we own vernal pool and wetland preserves in western Placer County, including Doty Ravine Preserve and Swainsons Grassland Preserves. On these properties we protect endangered species, manage invasive species, restore and enhance wetland and upland habitat, reduce fuel loads, and conduct educational tours. Additionally, we protect agricultural lands from urban sprawl, ensuring that viable, productive farmland remains available in perpetuity to support regional, community, and national food needs.