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Man atop a green hill, looking out at more rolling hills, sunshine, and blue skies. Photo by Paige Green.

Events in Marin: January 2023

December 20, 2022

With the new year upon us, here are a variety of events and activities in Marin in January where you can get outside and enjoy a fresh start to a bright 2023!

Big Wins, Top Stories & News You Shouldn’t Miss – 2022 in Review

December 12, 2022

It’s been an action-packed year for us here at MALT. Here are the highlights.

Meet Sam Cohen, Marin’s Most Tenacious Weed Eater

December 2, 2022

Since acquiring the 623-acre Hicks Canyon Ranch in 2019, owner Sam Cohen has invested hundreds of hours working to control invasive species like milk thistle.

A long dining table full of people sharing food together sits outside in a field in the evening, with a barn and string lights in the background at a field-to-fork event on the land.

Events in Marin: December 2022

November 21, 2022

To enjoy these final weeks of 2022, we’ve highlighted events and activities that give back to and connect us with the natural and working lands of Marin, as well as the entrepreneurial “maker” communities that provide us with food, fiber, and crafts.

A Year of Conservation Success & Renewed Momentum

November 14, 2022

We’ve had an amazing year of success, here are some of the highlights.

A group of people hiking in a golden field by large gray boulders

Events on the Land: November 2022

October 25, 2022

Don’t miss any of the fun events on the land – hikes, talks, celebrations, and cultural events – in and around Marin before the colder weather and rain (fingers crossed!) envelopes us indoors.

Ellen Straus enjoying time with her cows in the pasture - MALT

5 Life Wisdoms from MALT’s Cofounder, Ellen Straus

September 29, 2022

Vivien Straus, daughter of MALT cofounder Ellen Straus, shares five insights into her mom’s guiding life principles, ingredients for success in any endeavor.

Key Funding Secured to Protect Tomales’ Duncan Ranch

September 27, 2022

Earlier today, our team secured half of the funding needed to protect the 540-acre Duncan Ranch just east of Tomales.

Oak tree surrounded by grassland, Marin County - MALT

$1 Million Investment for Marin Farmland Stewardship

September 22, 2022

Earlier this year, MALT’s board of directors committed $1 million toward agricultural stewardship grants over the next year period, the largest annual allocation of stewardship funding in the organization’s history.

Meet Lily Verdone, MALT’s New Executive Director

September 7, 2022

After an extensive search process led by members of both our board of directors and staff, we are thrilled to announce that Lily Verdone has been selected as MALT’s next executive director.