Riverside County, California — June 2026 — One of the Coachella Valley's most important desert wetlands is the focus of a scientific study initiated by the Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) after CNLM staff documented declining water levels and recurring drying events at Simone...
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Ken Sanchez’s conservation service and accomplishment spans decades, including over 10 years of direct support to the Center for Natural Lands Management. Ken’s prior informal support for CNLM was formalized in 2016 when he was elected to serve on its Board of Directors. Shortly thereafter,...
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The Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) expanded its conservation footprint in Oregon with the acquisition of Henry Creek Preserve in December 2025. At approximately 2,580 acres, the Preserve is CNLM's largest in the state and protects an important watershed, critical fish habitat, and a...
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On April 1, 2026, staff from the Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) and the California Department of Transportation (CalTrans) gathered along the San Joaquin River to celebrate the success of a five-year habitat restoration and enhancement project at CNLM’s Oxbow Preserve. A 30-acre riparian...
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Staff at the Center for Natural Lands Management were concerned upon learning earlier this year that our longtime HR and Risk Manager, Alan Clark, was seriously ill. Within just a few short weeks, we learned that he had succumbed to his health issues. Alan both joined...
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As spring arrives across California and the Pacific Northwest, migratory birds are returning to breeding grounds and resident species are beginning courtship and nesting activities. This seasonal surge in bird activity highlights the importance of protected landscapes that provide safe nesting habitat, abundant food, and...
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As announced in February 2025, the Center for Natural Lands Management (CNLM) purchased two hybrid trucks and several professional-grade electric chainsaws and line trimmers as a pilot project to directly compare the performance of electric equipment and hybrid vehicles with gas-powered counterparts and to reduce...
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