The San Benito Agricultural Land Trust on May 17 hosted a rare opportunity to explore the beauty and history of Soap Lake Ranch in San Benito County! We took a guided walking tour of Soap Lake Ranch that featured its wetlands, wildlife, and conservation efforts. We learned about 1) the wildlife in the wetlands, creek and alkaline meadows, that serve as a wildlife corridor and refuge, 2) the watershed and hydrology of the San Felipe (Soap) Lake region, and 3) the Tribal cultural history of the Amah Mutsun Tribal Band on this land. This beautiful land is bound by the Gabilan, Santa Cruz and Diablo ranges. This special Soap Lake Ranch Tour gave us a close look at a protected landscape, rich with biodiversity and history. Thank you San Benito Agricultural Land Trust!
Luna Sanchez, student at West Valley College Park Management Program, Shani Kleinhaus, Sierra Club Loma Prieta Executive Committee member, Will Hess, student at West Valley College Park Management Program and Mary Buxton, Sierra Club member.
There were 2 people doing plein air painting! Part of the easement is to have public access for hikes, photography, art, etc.