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Enhancing Marin’s Rangelands: Innovative Soil Amendment Strategies for Landowners

October 11, 2024

As ranchers and farmers know, healthy soil is the foundation of viable agriculture and resilient ecosystems. Here in Marin, one ranch, with the support of the CDFA and MALT, is experimenting with using soil amendments traditionally used in orchards and row crops – gypsum and lime – in a rangeland setting.

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Close up view of tarantula hawk - MALT

Tarantula Hawk: These Wasps Lay Their Eggs in the Backs of Tarantulas

October 9, 2024

California’s tarantula hawk is one of the greatest monsters of the insect world. While these spider wasps might sound like something dreamed up by a Hollywood horror writer, the unfortunate reality is that this parasitoid wasp is no science fiction invention.  The tarantula hawk’s reproductive rituals are one of the most terrifying natural history stories…

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Hikers climb up Black Mountain at MALT's hike at Black Mountain Ranch

Fall Events in Marin County

October 7, 2024

Enjoy our fall roundup of farm visits, walks, markets, nature talks, and volunteer opportunities.

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Old milk pales at the Straus Home Ranch

Poets on the Land: Heather Bourbeau

October 2, 2024

Art is fundamental to human existence. In all its many forms, art can help guide us towards our sense of place. Right here at home, West Marin with its pastoral beauty, breathtaking landscapes, and dramatic seashore has inspired many artists and poets – past and present.  Recently, a Bay Area poet spent time at the…

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Fall scene in West Marin's agricultural landscape - MALT

Spotting Fall: 7 Signs in Marin’s Natural and Working Lands

October 1, 2024

Here are seven signs to spot the fall season here in Marin County.

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Where to Find Pumpkins in Marin County

September 26, 2024

We bring you the latest on where to enjoy the season’s harvest, partake in spooky fall delights, and pick up your home’s gourd season decor. 

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Meet Linda Blackwood, MALT Volunteer

September 19, 2024

Linda Blackwood, a volunteer for 25 years, shares her favorite things about her decades-long support of MALT.

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Charles Kennard and fellow students organizing tule reeds near the pond at Black Mountain Ranch - MALT

Tule Reed Harvest at Black Mountain Ranch

September 5, 2024

Native people in California have been harvesting tule reeds for thousands of years. Learn more.

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The Best Cheeses in Marin County

August 30, 2024

When it comes to cheese, Marin County is a veritable wonderland. Discover more.

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Summer Wildlife to Discover in Marin County 

August 14, 2024

With the sun high in the sky, there is an abundance of summer wildlife to enjoy in our local open spaces.

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