January 1, 2015:
A coalition of organizations urges your support for the Sonoma Developmental Center. As the Sonoma Developmental Center is at the heart of Sonoma Valley and the core of the valley’s wildlife corridor, a lot is at risk.
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Protecting the Land and the People of Sonoma Developmental Center
January 1, 2015:
Located in the “pinch-point” of the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor, nearly 800 of the Sonoma Developmental Center’s 1,000 acres are undeveloped and wild, making it critical habitat for wider-ranging mammals, like mountain lion, deer, bobcat, bear, and coyote. This is why Sonoma Land Trust is a leading partner of the effort to develop a community-centered plan for SDC.
“The Main Building” Plaque
January 1, 2015:
With the Sonoma Developmental Center added to the National Register of Historic Places in the year 2001, it is one of the oldest facilities in California established specifically for serving the needs of those with developmental disabilities.
Photo courtesy of Scott Hess Photography.
California Red-Legged Frog
January 1, 2015:
Pictured at Stevenson Pond in the Sonoma County Parks near the Sonoma Developmental Center is the California red-legged frog. This species can be found on the special status species list.
Photo courtesy of Jeff Wilcox.
Ferruginous Hawk
January 1, 2015:
Pictured is a special status species, the Ferruginous Hawk at the Mitsui Ranch near the Sonoma Developmental Center.
Photo courtesy of Jeff Wilcox.
Horned Lark
January 1, 2015:
Listed as a special status species, pictured is the Horned Lark on the Mitsui Ranch near the Sonoma Developmental Center.
Photo courtesy of Jess Wilcox.
A Glimpse of the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor
January 1, 2015:
Offering but a glimpse of the Sonoma Developmental Center’s property, this view provides an idea of the uses this site offers not only to the individuals who enjoy its beauty, but the species who call it their home as well.
Photo courtesy of Scott Hess Photography.
Keeping the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor Open and Wildlife Friendly
January 1, 2015:
The Sonoma Land Trust is working with landowners in the Sonoma Valley to ensure that wild animals can move safely between Sonoma Mountain and the Mayacmas Mountains.
Please click on the link below to read our article on how we’re helping to keep the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor open and wildlife friendly.
Keeping the Sonoma Valley Wildlife Corridor open and wildlife friendly
Western Pond Turtle
January 1, 2015:
Pictured is the Western pond turtle, listed as a special status species traveling through the Copeland Creek on the Mitsui Ranch near the Sonoma Developmental Center.
Photo courtesy of Jeff Wilcox.
Sonoma Developmental Center: At a Crossroad
January 1, 2015:
John McCaull from the Sonoma Land Trust describes the efforts being put forth towards the ‘Transform SDC’ Project in the article provided below. By engaging the community as well as tapping into imaginations and passions of those who care for the Sonoma Valley, the recommendations for future uses of the SDC land, health care, and infrastructure appear fruitful in this en devour.
Please take a minute to read the following article.
Sonoma Developmental Center at a crossroads
Provided courtesy of The Kenwood Press website, by John McCaull, Sonoma Land Trust.
Transform SDC 