eNews                                                                     February 2013

MALT Combines Forces to Preserve Barboni Ranch
Unique coalition of funders protects one of Marin's largest ranches     

After a complex four-year effort, MALT is proud to
announce the permanent protection
of the historic Barboni Ranch.  Covering a 1,200-acre swath of Hicks Valley, Barboni Ranch is home to prime livestock grazing land, a diverse array of natural habitat and wildlife and, for the Barboni family, "a way of life." Read the full story...  
 
You Helped Protect Barboni Ranch - Thank You! 
Donations to Farmland Forever campaign key to project's success

Without the financial support of MALT's generous donors, protection of the Barboni Ranch could not have been possible. Through the Farmland Forever: Campaign to Honor Bob Berner, MALT supporters contributed $2.2 million to help protect three at-risk farms and ranches, including nearly $1.4 million for the Barboni Ranch. Thank you for your generous support.  See full list of Campaign donors...
 
For the Love of Cheese: Tasting and Farm Tour 
Saturday, March 2, 1-4 p.m.

For the Love of Cheese Get o
ut on the farm this spring and taste a bounty of Marin artisanal cheeses paired with local libations. Tour the MALT-protected Giacomini Dairy and Point Reyes Farmstead Cheese Co. and then gather around the table to enjoy cheese from MALT-protected farms along with local wine pairings.  Cheese makers will be sharing stories, recipes and nuances that make West Marin cheeses so special.
  Learn more about this and all our spring Hikes, Tours & Tastings...
 
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