Ranch Data Project
We use ecological monitoring to assess the effects of our management and inform ranch-wide planning. We freely share these data to foster conversation about rangeland management, support conservation science, and provide transparent, meaningful information about our practices and outcomes.
One of the most important monitoring tools we employ is Point Blue Conservation Science’s Rangeland Monitoring Network. In addition to capturing our management data, Point Blue carefully tracks ecological function at numerous sites across the ranch through regular measurements of soil health, streamflow, local weather, and the abundance and diversity of birds and plants.
Photo Credit: Gabrielle Tigan
We collect ecological data on the ranch by participating in Point Blue’s Rangeland Monitoring Network. This network helps landowners and producers who are interested in understanding and measuring the ecological function of rangelands. The network also facilitates communication and collaboration among managers across California.
Our Ranch Data Pages
About
Point Blue Conservation Science advances conservation of birds, other wildlife, and ecosystems through science, partnerships and outreach. Point Blue’s highest priority is to reduce the impacts of habitat loss, climate change, and other environmental threats while promoting nature-based, climate-smart solutions for wildlife and people. Point Blue Conservation Science is TomKat Ranch’s trusted partner. We work together to use science to guide and evaluate regenerative ranching at TomKat Ranch and beyond.
News and Resources
I recently spoke with Claudia Carter, the Executive Director of the California Wheat Commission, about the Wheat2School Project she initiated in local schools.
We are beyond blessed to experience a diverse array of fungal specimens that readily emerge, almost year round, here in Pescadero.
Ford Smith, a former intern at TomKat Ranch, loves soil and rangeland health and has pursued his interest in both through research and entrepreneurial ventures.
Photo Credit: William Milliot
