A successful morning contributing to citizen science with the Great Backyard Bird Count! Photo by ESLT Staff.

Times in the conservation world might feel a bit uncertain, but here are a few things we are sure of:

Conservation of the Eastern Sierra natural and working lands remains vitally important and work will continue to ensure the resilience of these landscapes and communities.

Connecting our community to the natural world creates a lifelong appreciation for the wonder of the Sierra and the importance of conservation.

Orange Lutheran High School students volunteered their Friday morning to prepare the ESLT pollinator garden for spring. Thank you Orange Lutheran! Photo by ESLT Staff.

Today is the first day of spring, which is a welcome reminder of a new season of growth and hope.

We’ve appreciated the spirit of community throughout this last month, between the joyful first sighting of a mule deer to laughter from friends in our backyard. As we move into a new season, we would like to take a moment and say thank you for doing your part and helping us do ours in protecting the landscapes we all love so dearly.

Whether you contributed to nationwide efforts to understand bird populations or took a moment to learn why the success of conservation easements is critical to land protection beyond our generations, each step is a step forward for a resilient future. Thank you!

Here’s to a new season, spring wildflowers, and a chance to buckle down and strengthen our conservation efforts across the Eastern Sierra.

Thank you for being a part of the ESLT family. With our caring landowners, volunteers, members, and supporters, we’re protecting a bright future for the Eastern Sierra.

Sincerely,

Mark, Amy, Darlene, Emmie, Gena, Noah, Siobhan, Ziani, Sarah, Katie, and our Board of Directors