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Bay Area Wetlands Forever: Beauty, Biodiversity, and Balance
January 2, 2025

Dive into why these vital landscapes matter, their challenges, and how POST restores and protects Bay Area wetlands like Laguna Seca and Bair Island.

Posted on By Vickie Rozell
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San Vicente Redwoods: A Learning Laboratory in the Santa Cruz Mountains
September 20, 2024

In the Santa Cruz Mountains, researchers and students collaborate to collect data and study conservation science in the San Vicente Redwoods.

Posted on By Dan Olstein
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A New Chapter for the Iconic Johnston Ranch
June 5, 2024

We and our partners have been hard at work to ensure that Johnston Ranch’s open grassland, rich farmland, and stunning views are preserved forever.

Posted on By Marti Tedesco
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Improvements Continue at Butano Creek
April 15, 2024

Exciting work is underway to reconnect Butano Creek with its historic floodplain on POST-protected Butano Farms.

Posted on By Laura O'Leary
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Unveiling Tunitas Creek Beach: A Coastal Oasis
March 21, 2024

Tunitas Creek Beach will open to the public this year with improved infrastructure designed to welcome visitors of all kinds.

Posted on By Taylor Jang
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Bringing Good Fire Back to Local Lands
January 7, 2024

Learn more about planning and executing prescribed burns, from the perspective of POST's resident good fire practitioner.

Posted on By Lindsay Dillion
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A Landscape Renewed: Calero Lakeview
September 16, 2023

Last May, POST transferred the 136-acre Calero Lakeview property to our colleagues at Santa Clara County Parks. Nestled in South San Jose’s verdant Almaden Valley, it features stunning views of Coyote Valley and Mount Umunhum across Calero Reservoir.

Posted on By Taylor Jang
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A Key Connection Protected: Mount Madonna North Reserve
September 8, 2023

Recently, POST partnered with Santa Clara Valley Habitat Agency and Santa Clara County Parks to purchase and protect Mount Madonna North Reserve.

Posted on By Lindsay Peterson
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Preparing the Forest for Fire: Shaded Fuel Breaks
July 2, 2023

Learn how we're collaborating to prepare San Vicente Redwoods for wildfire season using shaded fuel breaks.

Posted on By Susie Petrie
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Honoring Charles Young: Buffalo Soldier, Park Superintendent, Leader
January 31, 2023

In 1903, Colonel Charles Young (1864 – 1922) became the first Black national park superintendent. Learn more about his unique contributions.

Posted on By Vickie Rozell
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