I have been a full-time resident of Sonoma County since 2015 and I have enjoyed much of the open space that the district has offered over the past decade. I am very grateful for the efforts to keep Sonoma County wild and the mental, emotional and physical benefits I receive …
Throughout my career, my passion to serve our community, create spaces of belonging, and foster connections with nature has been at the heart of everything I do. As the youth programs manager for Sonoma Land Trust, I have the opportunity to invest in what I care about most. With support from …
I have been a part of Ag + Open Space for nearly 30 of its 35 years of existence, working my way from an entry level Technician to the General Manager. I can proudly say that our organization has evolved over the years along with the priorities and needs of …
Have you ever wondered how or why Ag + Open Space was created? Are you familiar with our organization, but not exactly sure what we do or how we do it? Are you aware that a quarter cent of your sales tax goes to fund Ag + Open Space, but …
On June 10, Ag + Open Space and CAL FIRE completed a prescribed burn at our Saddle Mountain Open Space Preserve. At 2.8 acres, this grassland burn was small but has the potential to have a big impact – its aim was to enhance habitat for a critically endangered plant, …
Flowers, and bees, and crops, oh my! Whether it’s a farm, a ranch, or even your urban backyard garden, pollinators – and encouraging the habitats that attract and sustain them – are integral to agricultural operations, biodiversity, pest control, and so much more. To put into perspective the importance of …
Following the 2020 wildfire season, which included the devastating Glass Fire, the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors established the Sonoma County Vegetation Management Grant Program to provide resources and grant funding for vegetation management in areas at high risk of wildfire. In its four grant funding cycles, the Vegetation Management …
Many will remember the iconic words, “If you build it, they will come.” In the case of the Crane Creek Regional Park Expansion and Copeland Creek Trail Extension project, it’s more like, “If they come, we will build it.” A project that has been in the works for over 15 …
We’re proud to celebrate a major milestone in the journey of the Southeast Greenway – a project that just received the Merit Award for Acquisition from the California Council of the American Society of Landscape Architects! This prestigious award recognizes the collaborative efforts that have brought this transformative project closer to reality, with Ag …
Sue Jackson was more than just an exceptional administrator—she was a cornerstone of Ag + Open Space, a fierce advocate for her colleagues, and a source of endless laughter and support. She first joined our staff in 2009, bringing with her a meticulous attention to detail and an unwavering commitment …