2018

Thick bark enables giant sequoia to withstand lower-severity ground fires

Grants Fund Research on Wildfire, Wildlife and a Rare Plant in Coast Redwood and Giant Sequoia

by Kristen Shive on

Nearly $150,000 in research grants from Save the Redwoods League have been awarded as part of the 2018 grant cycle. Funding these projects is a significant component of fulfilling the League’s mission, and each of these projects will contribute to scientific knowledge of coast redwood and giant sequoia forests. This research can help us answer big questions that will protect the health of people, wildlife, and the forests.

A #GivingTREESday Success Story

by Kate Berry on

#GivingTREESday is a chance to see our community of redwoods supporters come together, and this year was no exception. Thanks to our dedicated members, we hit our $50,000 goal!

The extraordinary Grove of Titans. Photo by Max Forster

The Power of Partnership Will Protect the Grove of Titans

by Jessica Inwood on

Discovered in 1998, the Grove of Titans is a stand of gargantuan coast redwoods immured deep in the lush Mill Creek watershed. Their discovery was a momentous occasion in the world of redwoods conservation and science, and soon led to concerns about visitor impacts.

The Once and Future Forest: California's Iconic Redwoods limited edition book.

The Once and Future Forest: California’s Iconic Redwoods

by Save the Redwoods League on

In commemoration of the 100th anniversary of Save the Redwoods League, Heyday is proud to present The Once and Future Forest: California’s Iconic Redwoods, a stunning book that showcases both the grandeur of the redwood ecosystems that sustain California and the deep love they have engendered in scientists, writers, artists and the general public.

What the Election Results Mean for California’s Redwoods

by Shelana deSilva on

The midterm election on November 6, 2018, held mixed results for conservation and climate change priorities, and they will have lasting impacts on our ability to protect, restore, and connect people to California’s redwoods.

Trails through Peters Creek Old-Growth Forest lead through a hushed wonderland. Photo by Paolo Vescia

Deadline Extended: Make a Gift Today!

by Kate Berry on

We want to make sure we give everyone a chance to be part of our first-ever crowdfunding effort, so we’ve extended our deadline to October 31! We’ve also replenished the supply of our most popular Centennial thank-you gifts.

Thank you for celebrating the League's 100 anniversary with us during our Centennial Celebration Week!

Thank You for Celebrating with Us!

by Sam Hodder on

Thank you for being a part of the League family and for joining us at the many events and activities held during Centennial Celebration Week from October 7–14! All of us at the League have enjoyed meeting so many dedicated members and supporters and celebrating a century of work together during this special week.

Save the Redwoods League Centennial Celebration Gala Raises Nearly $2 Million in Contributions

by Save the Redwoods League on

On Saturday, October 13, more than 730 committed environmentalists gathered in a redwoods-inspired tent in San Francisco’s Union Square to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Save the Redwoods League. The event and its after-party raised over $1.9 million to support the League’s redwood education and parks support programs, which will serve 18,000 students this year and millions of park visitors with improved access and amenities within the parks.

Celebrate the Redwoods at night

by Adrianna Andreucci on

In partnership with Save the Redwoods League, Bothe-Napa Valley State Park is offering two hikes; one in the day, and one at night! Learn more at: https://napaoutdoors.org/join-us-october-13th-nature-hike-night-hike-bothe-napa-valley-state-park/ Day Hike: 10am at the Redwood Trailhead Night Hike: 7pm at the Redwood …

Celebrate the Redwoods by day

by Adrianna Andreucci on

In partnership with Save the Redwoods League, Bothe-Napa Valley State Park is offering two hikes; one in the day, and one at night! Learn more at: https://napaoutdoors.org/join-us-october-13th-nature-hike-night-hike-bothe-napa-valley-state-park/ Day Hike: 10am at the Redwood Trailhead Night Hike: 7pm at the Redwood …

Park Champions Volunteer Workday

by Save the Redwoods League on

This special Park Champions workday is co-sponsored by California State Parks Foundation and Save the Redwoods League to celebrate their 100 years defending these beautiful giants. Help paint park structures, and repair split rail fences and historic benches. Kids ages …

October 2018 proclaimed California Redwoods Month by Gov. Brown.

Governor Jerry Brown Declares October California Redwoods Month

by Save the Redwoods League on

California Governor Jerry Brown has issued a proclamation declaring October 2018 “California Redwoods Month.” The announcement honors California’s state trees, the iconic coast redwood and giant sequoia, during the centennial year of Save the Redwoods League.

October 2018 proclaimed California Redwoods Month by Gov. Brown.

Governor Proclaims October California Redwoods Month

by Shelana deSilva on

Governor Jerry Brown has proclaimed October 2018 California Redwoods Month in honor of the redwood forests, “a globally significant treasure and a quintessential symbol of the Golden State.” With this Proclamation, Governor Brown and the State of California have taken an important stand for the redwoods!

Birthday Edition of 'Free Second Saturday' in 100+ parks statewide: 100 Parks for 100 Years

100 Parks for 100 Years on October 13

by Save the Redwoods League on

To celebrate its 100th birthday during October, Save the Redwoods League invites everyone to #Stand4Redwoods and visit one of the 100+ redwood parks across California — for free! That’s 100 parks for 100 years. This expanded “birthday edition” of our Second Saturdays program will take place in October only. The October free entrance day is Saturday, October 13th, but you must first download your pass.

Peters Creek Old-Growth Forest. Photo by Paolo Vescia

Help Dedicate a Members Centennial Grove

by Kate Berry on

We’re doing something new and exciting in honor of our Centennial: inviting individual supporters to join together to permanently dedicate the Members Centennial Grove 2018 in Peters Creek Old-Growth Forest. And, I need your help.