Prescribed Burn Restores Rare Prairie
The Land Trust of Napa County, in partnership with CAL FIRE, successfully conducted a 51-acre prescribed burn on its Missimer Wildflower Preserve, a significant step in restoring native species in one of the region’s most biodiverse ecosystems: the serpentine prairie. These serpentine meadows are among the most important botanical sites in Napa County and the ... Read more
Unlocking Mount Veeder for Hikers
The Napa Open Space District, working in partnership with the Land Trust of Napa County, completed the purchase of a 42-acre property on Mount Veeder. Situated in the Mayacamas Mountains on the west side of the Napa Valley, this beautiful shaded property abuts The Cove, a historic Girl Scout camp already owned by the District. ... Read more
Sheep Help Restore Wantrup Preserve and Reduce Wildfire Risk
If you’ve driven through Pope Valley lately, you may have noticed a remarkable scene: 1,500 sheep grazing across the rolling hills of our 730-acre Wantrup Preserve. While it’s a picturesque sight, this is more than just pastoral beauty; it’s purposeful conservation in motion. At the Land Trust, we aim to steward land with innovative, nature-based solutions ... Read more
Moore Creek Park Expansion Completed
On April 10, the Napa County Regional Park and Open Space District, working in partnership with the Land Trust of Napa County, announced that it has finalized the acquisition of 523 acres of property adjacent to Moore Creek Park. The acquisition will expand the total size of the popular park to over 2,100 acres, connect ... Read more
Land Trust Purchases 262 Acres at Hotspot for Rare Wildflowers
The Land Trust is pleased to announce the acquisition of 262 acres in an area of the county that is a top priority for biodiversity, in the heart of Snell Valley, where serpentine soils give rise to one of California’s most spectacular wildflower displays. The property is next to the Land Trust’s Wildflower Preserve on ... Read more
Recent Wildlife Caught on WPI Cameras
They roam at dusk. They slip between shadows. And thanks to our ongoing Wildlife Picture Index (WPI) project, we get to see what few ever do. These recent images from some of our remote wildlife cameras on Land Trust protected properties reveal the quiet power, raw beauty, and untamed spirit of our region’s wildlife—thriving because ... Read more
Get Your Hands Dirty for a Greener Future – Volunteer with the Land Trust
Nature Needs You—Lend a Hand in Restoration Have you ever wondered what it takes to restore and protect Napa’s most precious landscapes? Conservation isn’t just about preserving land—it’s about actively managing it. That’s where you come in. At the Napa Land Trust, our volunteer restoration efforts play a crucial role in revitalizing natural habitats, supporting ... Read more
Land Trust Protects 280 Acres next to Cedar Roughs Wilderness Area
The Land Trust of Napa County is pleased to announce the permanent protection of 280 acres adjacent to the 6,400-acre Cedar Roughs Wilderness Area, just south of Pope Creek near Lake Berryessa. This newly protected land safeguards a stretch of Trout Creek, a tributary of Pope Creek, and connects 240 acres of existing Bureau of ... Read more
Spring-Summer Field Trips Are Here
Explore the Wonders of Napa with Us! Our spring and early summer field trips are here, and field trip guides are arriving in mailboxes now! 🌸✨ Our guided hikes and events offer a chance to experience the incredible landscapes and ecosystems that the Napa Land Trust works to protect and enhance. 📅 Sign up now—these ... Read more
Restoring Monarch Habitat in Napa County: Progress and Promise
The Western Monarch Butterfly, Danaus plexippus, is one of nature’s most delicate wonders—a species that embarks on a breathtaking migratory journey spanning thousands of miles. But in recent years, their numbers have plummeted due to habitat loss, climate change, and pesticide use. Here in Napa County, the Land Trust of Napa County (LTNC) is taking action to ... Read more
