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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.

Events on the Land: September 2022

September 2, 2022

Year-round, I feel lucky to live in Northern California, where every season allows us to enjoy the beauty and bounty of our Great Outdoors. With that in mind, I want to share some upcoming events on and about the land on which we live and happening in Marin during September. Get events like these delivered…

Cattle enjoying the pastures of McDowell Ranch, Marin County

McDowell Ranch: 723 Acres Protected Forever

August 29, 2022

We are thrilled to announce the protection of the 723-acre McDowell Ranch just east of Tomales near the Marin and Sonoma County line.

What Role Can Agricultural Lands Play in Wildfire Protection?

August 15, 2022

Well-managed rangelands are one of the most important ingredients to mitigating the potential for devastating wildfire.

It’s Been Nearly Four Decades of MALT and George Lucas Land Partnership

August 12, 2022

It’s been 37 years this week since we partnered to preserve more than 2,500 acres of prime agricultural land on Skywalker Ranch.

Bell Family poses in front of vintage farm truck - MALT

The Bell Family: For the Love of Food and the Land

August 3, 2022

David, Lydia, and their daughter Julianne have been MALT supporters for over two decades. Here’s their story.

Highway 1: Best Stops Within Marin County

August 1, 2022

Find the best stops on this route and plan your next adventure.

The Waldeck standing together facing the camera

A Spotlight on Our Donors: Ken and Christina Waldeck

July 20, 2022

For more than 20 years, Ken and Christina Waldeck have brought upbeat, infectious enthusiasm to their support for MALT, as major donors and active volunteers. It all began in 1997 when Christina was attending a 22-week Environmental Forum of Marin (EFM) program. During a course taught by Phyllis Faber, a co-founder of both MALT and…