Join us in welcoming our incoming Executive Director!
The Trinidad Coastal Land Trust Board of Directors is pleased to share that Michelle Kunst has agreed to take on the role of Executive Director starting January 17, 2022. Many of you already know Michelle through her work as the current Programs and Projects Manager. Her dedication and passion to coastal conservation, as well as her in-depth knowledge of the Land Trust, make her uniquely suited to lead the organization. She has already taken on a leadership role in connecting and inspiring volunteers, program participants, and our partners to be a part of our work to steward and care for the beautiful Trinidad Coast.
"I am tremendously honored by the Board's decision and ready to begin the transition into directing this special organization, alongside the skilled and passionate TCLT team. Our mission of providing public access and protecting coastal ecosystems aligns strongly with my personal ethics and interests. The Trinidad coast is a treasure for our community and it is a great joy to connect people to this place." Michelle Kunst, incoming Executive Director.
Michelle graduated from Humboldt State University with a degree in Environmental Science and Management, and an emphasis in Interpretation and Education. In addition to working for the Land Trust, she's spent several seasons teaching children and adults how to kayak and introducing them to coastal ecosystems, she has worked as a naturalist in Alaska, connecting people to natural coastal communities, and has worked in a variety of educational settings in the Humboldt Bay area.
“I could not be more pleased with the Board’s decision. I look forward to working with Michelle through the leadership transition and will continue to do whatever I can to support TCLT during this exciting time.” Carol Vander Meer, outgoing Executive Director.
"I am tremendously honored by the Board's decision and ready to begin the transition into directing this special organization, alongside the skilled and passionate TCLT team. Our mission of providing public access and protecting coastal ecosystems aligns strongly with my personal ethics and interests. The Trinidad coast is a treasure for our community and it is a great joy to connect people to this place." Michelle Kunst, incoming Executive Director.
Michelle graduated from Humboldt State University with a degree in Environmental Science and Management, and an emphasis in Interpretation and Education. In addition to working for the Land Trust, she's spent several seasons teaching children and adults how to kayak and introducing them to coastal ecosystems, she has worked as a naturalist in Alaska, connecting people to natural coastal communities, and has worked in a variety of educational settings in the Humboldt Bay area.
“I could not be more pleased with the Board’s decision. I look forward to working with Michelle through the leadership transition and will continue to do whatever I can to support TCLT during this exciting time.” Carol Vander Meer, outgoing Executive Director.
Save the Date!
Annual Member Meeting
Saturday, December 4th, 3-5pm
If you haven’t met Michelle please consider stopping by our Annual Member Meeting, which will be open house style at the TCLT office/Simmons Gallery, located behind the Trinidad Library. This will also be a time to celebrate our accomplishments this year and envision the year to come together.
P.S. Check you snail-mailbox for our End of the Year Member letter! If you appreciate the work we do, now is the perfect time consider making an end of the year gift to the Land Trust. You can renew membership via a return envelopment contained in our letter to you. As a member, this is also your opportunity to vote on board members. We look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like to become a first time member of the Trinidad Coastal Land Trust or make a one time donation, click below.
Saturday, December 4th, 3-5pm
If you haven’t met Michelle please consider stopping by our Annual Member Meeting, which will be open house style at the TCLT office/Simmons Gallery, located behind the Trinidad Library. This will also be a time to celebrate our accomplishments this year and envision the year to come together.
P.S. Check you snail-mailbox for our End of the Year Member letter! If you appreciate the work we do, now is the perfect time consider making an end of the year gift to the Land Trust. You can renew membership via a return envelopment contained in our letter to you. As a member, this is also your opportunity to vote on board members. We look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like to become a first time member of the Trinidad Coastal Land Trust or make a one time donation, click below.
Upcoming Opportunities
Visit our web calendar for more events.
We're hiring!
We are excited to announce two positions opening with the Trinidad Coastal Land Trust: Administrative Manager and Coastal Stewardship Coordinator. Find the detailed job description and how to apply here. We hope you consider joining out team.
Houda Point Stewardship Work Day
Saturday, December 4th
9:30am-Noon
Join volunteers for a morning of stewardship at the treasured Houda Point. We will be pulling invasive species, picking up trash, making trail repairs, and generally caring for the coast we love.
Email michelle@trinidadcoastallandtrust.org with questions or to sign up!
Saturday, December 4th
9:30am-Noon
Join volunteers for a morning of stewardship at the treasured Houda Point. We will be pulling invasive species, picking up trash, making trail repairs, and generally caring for the coast we love.
Email michelle@trinidadcoastallandtrust.org with questions or to sign up!
The Trinidad Coastal Ambassador Training currently is FULL, but there are always more ways to be an Ambassador for the coast.
Spring & Summer 2021 Newsletter and 2020 Annual Report
Trinidad Coastal Land Trust recently published our annual newsletter and financial report for 2020. This newsletter contains our Spring and Summer schedule of events, community science updates, land conservation projects, and a message from our Director. Check it out!
