Purchase Your Piece of Paradise at Art for...

There's something special about the Eastern Sierra: no matter where you stand or in what direction you look, this unique landscape has the ability to inspire. Over the years, ESLT has met many artists living and working on the Eastside who recognize how important it is to preserve our region's fragile wilderness, breathtaking vistas, and rural heritage - forever. These artists immortalize the Eastside's wonders in their timeless works of art; their …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-03T11:05:47-08:00July 10th, 2014|Blog, Volunteer|

Allison Peeler: ESLT’s new Special Events Champ!

Since moving to Bishop, Allison has found the town to be full of support, welcoming residents, and amazing events that combine to create a wonderful community. ESLT is excited to welcome Allison Peeler to the office as our new part-time Special Events Assistant. We are thrilled to have her expertise and assistance as we prepare for our major summer events, Art for Conservation and Lands & Legacy. She brings with …continue reading

Kay2017-03-03T11:06:21-08:00June 3rd, 2014|Blog, Volunteer|

Share Your Love for the Eastern Sierra

Join ESLT's Community of Volunteers! Make a difference in your backyard! Join Eastern Sierra Land Trust at its Volunteer Orientation on February 22, 2014 from 12-2pm, at its office on 176 Home Street in Bishop. Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:29-08:00January 27th, 2014|Membership, Press Releases, Volunteer|

ESLT’s Annual Benefit Dinner

ESLT's Annual Benefit Dinner, Lands & Legacy, Takes Place August 3 Eastern Sierra Land Trust (ESLT) invites everyone to join us in celebrating another successful year of land preservation at its annual benefit dinner, Lands & Legacy, on Saturday, August 3 at Mammoth Mountain's Mountainside Conference Center...

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00July 16th, 2013|Celebrations, Membership, Press Releases, Volunteer|

ESLT to Host Member Appreciation Campout at Benton...

Please join us in celebrating the ESLT community at Benton Hot Springs! Co-hosted by ESLT landowners Bill and Diane Bramlette, this fun weekend will include a guided walk on one of our preserved lands, dinner, live music by local bluegrass band Idle Hands, free access to the hot springs, and more. Press Release [PDF]

Marguerite2017-03-10T14:14:30-08:00May 28th, 2013|Celebrations, Membership, Press Releases, Volunteer|

What’s in your Waterway?

2012 Great Sierra River Clean Up Volunteers Last Saturday, September 8, Eastern Sierra Land Trust partnered with the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power to clean up areas on the Owens River as a part of the state wide Sierra Nevada Conservancy's Great Sierra River Cleanup. Last year nearly 2,000 volunteers across the state cleaned up about 36,000 lbs. of trash and recycling from rivers throughout the Sierra Nevada. …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:05:48-08:00September 12th, 2012|Blog, Press Releases, Volunteer|

2011 ESLT Annual Report now online

Dear Friends, 2011 was a banner year for ESLT. Highlights included celebrating our 10th birthday, receiving accreditation by the Land Trust Alliance's Accreditation Commission, and increasing the total number of conservation easements to fifteen. President of the Board, Tony Taylor, cuts the cake at ESLT's 10th birthday party. Yet these achievements didn't happen overnight. They are instead the culmination of years of effort and diligent behind-the-scenes work on the part …continue reading

Marguerite2017-03-03T12:12:23-08:00August 20th, 2012|Blog, Press Releases, Volunteer|

ESLT Seeking 2013 AmeriCorps Member

Current AmeriCorps member Victoria Ortiz (myself) planting sunflowers with local 3rd graders Do you love the Eastern Sierra? Do you or someone you know want to live and work in one of the most spectacular outdoor meccas in the US? Apply to become Eastern Sierra Land Trust's 7th AmeriCorps member and help protect these vital lands for generations to come. ESLT has enjoyed the bright minds and enthusiasm of 6 …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T12:12:23-08:00August 8th, 2012|Blog, Volunteer|

A Weekend to Remember

Last weekend ESLT hosted the 2012 Lands and Legacy events to celebrate and enjoy the beautiful wide open spaces of our region. The festivities began Friday afternoon at Mammoth Lakes High School where NBA great Bill Walton led a free basketball clinic for local high school players. That afternoon Steve Marenberg and Alison Whalen generously opened their gorgeous home to ESLT for a private reception featuring Bill Walton and Olympic hopeful Meb …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:06:21-08:00July 23rd, 2012|Blog, Volunteer|

The 11 Layers of an Onion – An...

On Tue., March 27th my roommate Elsbeth and I rode our bikes to Rick Devore's 100% organic Apple Hill Farm. I was fulfilling an AmeriCorps requirement to volunteer at a farm to celebrate Cesar Chavez Day. Elsbeth is simply a great human being and wanted to help. We were greeted at the end of the driveway by a spry Belgian shepherd and an adorable golden retriever graying at the nose. …continue reading

Aaron2017-03-03T11:07:56-08:00March 29th, 2012|Blog, Volunteer|