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Midpen publishes a monthly e-newsletter with a quick look at the latest news and a brief overview of upcoming activities and public events. An expanded version is published on a quarterly basis and includes includes a full listing of docent-led activities and a message from the General Manager.

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Newsletter Issues

Closeup of deer

Summer 2023

Inside this issue: Take a sneak peek at our newest preserve, Cloverdale Ranch. Discover the two rare species making a surprising appearance at Sierra Azul Open Space Preserve, how Midpen grants help foster future careers in environmental science and sign up for one of several eco-friendly activities available this summer. 
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Silvery blue butterfly

May 2023

This month, discover the incredible journey the beautiful monarch butterfly makes in its brief lifespan. And while trail repairs are in good hands with our dedicated field crews, Midpen is seeking help from the community to fight sudden oak death disease, sort through wildlife camera shots, and plan for ecologically-sensitive public access to a new area of Windy Hill Preserve. Plus, have you ever heard of fungi jumping? Find out more in May's edition of Plug Into Nature.

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Little brown mushroom poking up from a mossy bed

April 2023

Every day is Earth Day at Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District! We appreciate the diverse creatures and plant life that make this earth a healthier place to live, and strive to protect and restore the natural environment in our little corner of this one planet we all call home.  Read on to learn about the impacts of winter's relentless storms and how we are cleaning up as spring slowly awakens.

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Red-tailed hawk perching amongst tree branches at Rancho San Antonio

Spring 2023

Inside this issue: Preparing for wildfire resiliency, connecting La Honda Creek and El Corte de Madera Creek preserves, and some amazing discoveries about artificial ponds originally made for cattle. Learn about this and more in our spring edition of Views. 
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Picture of Western heart's ease flower in shape of a heart

February 2023

We're all about love in this issue: love for our heart-themed plants, love for your photo submissions, and love for newts! See this and more in our Valentine's-themed edition of Plug Into Nature.

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closeup of bird in dry brush

January 2023

Creating Midpen's 27th preserve, new amenities and experiences for La Honda Creek Preserve, a farewell to our outgoing board members, and a Bay Area native flower that smells like wine can all be seen in our first newsletter of 2023! 

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San Mateo County Vegetation Map

Winter 2022

Learn about the potential creation of a new, large Midpen preserve near Pescadero, the reopening of Alpine Road Trail, the potential for upcoming trail closures due to mountain lion research, and get updates on other restoration, agricultural and public access projects in the works. Plus keep an eye out for our brand-new documentary airing on NBC Bay Area later this month.

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A flock of turkeys on a hill at sunrise

November 2022

Mudstomps, wildfire grants, the Alma cultural landscape, and more! Read on to discover what's new. Learn about ongoing projects, find out about upcoming virtual events and get public meeting updates.

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Russian Ridge vista

October 2022

This issue focuses on wildlife and plans for new areas to explore. Read on to discover what's new. Learn about ongoing projects, find out about upcoming virtual events and get public meeting updates.

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View of Upper Lake / photo by Eric Finley

Fall 2022

Inside this issue: celebrating our work on the coastside, events and activities for you to join, new projects and programs, plus ways for you to share your feedback.

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