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People sit at a long farm table, eating greens and bread at a brunch. Photo from Lynn Bagley Photography from a Ranches and Rolling Hills MALT event.

May Events Are Abuzz in Marin

April 25, 2023

May is abuzz with activity this year! Find a variety of events this month where you can engage with Marin’s agricultural community, enjoy its open spaces, steward the land, and celebrate the amazing place we call home. Special section for Mother’s Day events, too!

Larry Petersen playing corn hole, tossing a beanbag through the air at a ranch in Marin.

Supporter Spotlight: Larry and Madeline Petersen – A Lasting Legacy

April 14, 2023

When Larry and Madeline Petersen decided to leave a gift to MALT in their estate plans, it was driven by a desire to make a lasting legacy on the landscape. “It’s not so much about being remembered,” Larry shared, “but about helping protect something greater than ourselves.”

Introducing MALT’s New Strategic Pillars

April 10, 2023

Honoring the legacy and vision of our founders, we are excited to embark on the next chapter of our work which builds on their foundation of success. To help guide these efforts over the next few years, we are organizing our work around five strategic pillars.

Wildflowers at Leiss Ranch at a hike event in Marin.

April Events in Marin: Celebrating Earth Month

March 28, 2023

April events in (and near) Marin are blooming with outdoor activities, spring holiday festivities, garden sprucing, and Earth Day celebrations. Check out our monthly roundup of events to enjoy the flora, fauna, and fun.

The view from the Duncan Ranch, with a heifer cow and two calves. - MALT

Duncan Ranch – 539 Acres Protected from Development Near Petaluma

March 23, 2023

The 539-acre Duncan Ranch, just west of Petaluma, is now forever protected, preserving this landscape’s ecological richness and ensuring it remains in agricultural production in perpetuity.

Winter produce on display at the Little Wing Farm Stand - MALT

Women-Owned Farm Stands in Marin County

March 20, 2023

This Women’s History Month, we want to recognize the incredible contributions of women farmers in our community.

The Strange Magic of Marin’s Serpentine Soils

March 14, 2023

Serpentine soil are one of the best places to see the spring wildflower bloom. Here’s where to find them.

March Events in (and Near) Marin

February 28, 2023

March in Marin is the perfect time to venture out for a hike, swing by a farmers market, join a trail restoration at a favorite park, visit a local farm, or watch an online nature talk. We’re serving up a healthy platter of March events in Marin, just for you.

Where to See the Spring Wildflowers in Marin County

February 25, 2023

Wildflowers in Marin County are in bloom and there’s no better time to experience the beauty of our region’s open spaces. From late February to early June, there are places here to experience the peak of the spring flowers; you just need to know where to look and we’ve got you covered.

Rows of green swiss chard farm crops on Fresh Run Farms during a Field to Fork event, an example of a climate-smart buy-local strategy.

Marin Voice: MALT’s work to support ecosystem is part of a climate-smart strategy

February 22, 2023

Farmers and ranchers are among our greatest conservation allies and land stewards. We need to continue to invest in preserving agriculture to build economic and climate resilience, protect biodiversity, and connect our community.