This spring, something magical (and a little mischievous) happened in Lunada Canyon on the Agua Amarga Reserve—our hills came alive with the sound of… munching goats!
Every year, the Conservancy works hard to remove invasive weeds like fennel, tumbleweed, and acacia from our nature preserves. These fast-growing plants don’t just crowd out our beautiful native species—they also increase the risk of wildfires by creating dangerous fuel loads. Clearing them out is a crucial first step in restoring healthy, resilient habitats for native plants, birds, and wildlife.
And this is where our goats come in.
Thanks to the support of our amazing Adopt-a-Goat donors, we bring eco-friendly grazers to help us tackle these invasive weeds naturally—no heavy machinery or harsh chemicals needed. Goats are surprisingly effective restoration partners, and they love their job!
On May 4th, our Adopt-a-Goat supporters were invited out to Lunada Canyon to meet the herd in person. Families, friends, and nature lovers spent the morning snapping photos, learning about restoration, and watching the goats do what they do best: eat everything in sight (well, almost).
Here’s how your support makes an impact:
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A $200 gift helps fund one goat for half a week—enough time to clear space for drought-tolerant native plants to take root.
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A $500 gift supports a goat for a full week, preparing the land for restoration and helping create habitat for threatened birds and other wildlife.
We’re so grateful to everyone who joined us this year. Your contributions are helping transform the Peninsula into a healthier, more vibrant place—for people and nature alike.
Want to join the herd next time? Mark your calendar and join us next spring for another chance to make a difference (and take some adorable goat selfies). Restoration has never been so fun—or so fuzzy.