We gathered over one hundred members, partners and supporters to reflect on a year of accomplishments and to look ahead to the future of local land conservation during our inaugural Annual Report Reception at the prestigious Monday Club.
“We measure conservation success not by the dollars spent, but by the health of our communities. If families don’t have to leave town to have a recreational experience, if our food is grown locally and sustainably, and if our air and water are clean then we consider that an indication of a successful conservation strategy.” - Brian Stark, Executive Director
The Annual Report event also featured the presentation of a substantial check from the Nipomo-based organization, Save the Mesa, to fund conservation and education initiatives in Black Lake Canyon.
“We’ve created a good partnership with community groups, and it’s nice we’re able to move their goals and projects forward,” said Marianne Buckmeyer, President of Save the Mesa.
The Land Conservancy received a total of $159,640 from Save the Mesa over the past five years for land conservation, community education and habitat restoration work.
“The partnership we’ve enjoyed with Save the Mesa over the last few years has allowed us to expand our services and conservation work in the south county. We plan to continue restoring Black Lake Canyon and to provide opportunities for the community to interact with this important natural area,” said Bob Hill, Land Conservancy Conservation Director.
We hope each of you will take time to read about the amazing conservation successes outlined in the report, and we invite you to share it with a friend. Click here to view the Annual Report. Or call 544-9096 to request a report be mailed.
We would like to thank The Cakery and Paso Livo for their contributions to the reception. We would also like to recognize member and volunteer, Paul Jacobus, for initiating the Annual Report project and providing photographs. Thanks also to Matt Whittelsey for working closely with us on the report design and to Paul Courcy for help with editing.
