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More Mesa Preservation Coalition We’re a community coalition working to preserve More Mesa. Our members share a deep commitment to protecting this vital open space.

We track development, advocate for conservation, and aim to preserve it as a public nature park for future generations.

Here is a note from MMPC board member and wildlife biologist John Storrer. 🌿John recently observed a native southwestern...
08/10/2026

Here is a note from MMPC board member and wildlife biologist John Storrer. 🌿

John recently observed a native southwestern pond turtle on More Mesa, a species proposed for listing as threatened under the federal Endangered Species Act.

More Mesa provides habitat for a remarkable diversity of wildlife, including several sensitive, threatened, and endangered species.🐾

Over the last few months, we have had the pleasure of hosting biologist-led walks with John Storrer, Wayne Ferren, and V...
06/22/2026

Over the last few months, we have had the pleasure of hosting biologist-led walks with John Storrer, Wayne Ferren, and Vince Semonsen! ☀️

It has meant so much to see the community come together in support of More Mesa and to share the beauty of this treasured open space.

A special thank you to Congressman Salud Carbajal and Supervisor Laura Capps for joining us and supporting the permanent protection of More Mesa.

To RSVP for future walks, email us and check out the event schedule on our website.

Together, we can Save More Mesa! 🌊🌿🦉

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our events over the past few months!It has been amazing getting to connect with com...
06/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our events over the past few months!

It has been amazing getting to connect with community members and discuss why we love More Mesa. 🌿

We are so grateful for all the support, conversations, and interest in helping permanently protect this treasured open space.

Together, we can Save More Mesa!🌊🌸🌳

We are excited to announce the Doublewide Kings Benefit Concert to support the More Mesa Preservation Coalition at the h...
01/15/2026

We are excited to announce the Doublewide Kings Benefit Concert to support the More Mesa Preservation Coalition at the historic Lobero Theater on April 9th!

Pre-sale tickets are available now for those on the MMPC, Lobero, & DWK email lists and will be available to everyone this Saturday the 17th.

More Mesa stands at a critical crossroads. While 36 acres were recently protected through a conservation easement, the remaining 265 acres of privately-owned land - including the entire coastal bluff-top - remains vulnerable to development and is currently on the market for $65 million. The More Mesa Preservation Coalition is now gearing up for an ambitious campaign to acquire and permanently protect More Mesa as public open space for current and future generations.

Please join us for an unforgettable night of music while supporting one of Santa Barbara’s most important conservation efforts - it’s time to Save More Mesa!

We’ll be at Rincon Brewery this Sunday from 9–11 AM as part of the Santa Barbara Half Marathon’s Lot for the Planet even...
11/05/2025

We’ll be at Rincon Brewery this Sunday from 9–11 AM as part of the Santa Barbara Half Marathon’s Lot for the Planet event! 🌿 Stop by our table to say hi, learn more about local trails, and find out how you can get involved. See you there! 👋🍻

JOIN US AT RINCON BREWERY – SAVE MORE MESA 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONFor 25 years, the More Mesa Preservation Coalitio...
11/03/2025

JOIN US AT RINCON BREWERY – SAVE MORE MESA 25TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

For 25 years, the More Mesa Preservation Coalition (MMPC) has worked to keep More Mesa preserved forever. Through education, advocacy, and community partnerships, MMPC ensures this remarkable stretch of coastal bluff and grassland remains wild, open, and accessible to all.

Join us as we celebrate this milestone and the launch of Save More Mesa Blonde Ale, crafted by Rincon Brewery to support our ongoing efforts to protect this treasured landscape. Enjoy the first batch of Save More Mesa Blonde Ale, meet artist Kevin Gleason, whose painting of the bluffs inspired the b**r can artwork, and take part in the auction launch for the original painting.

EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Rincon Brewery, 205 Santa Barbara St, Santa Barbara, CA

Meet the More Mesa Preservation Coalition Board 🌾Neighbors, scientists, advocates, and outdoor lovers—working together t...
10/29/2025

Meet the More Mesa Preservation Coalition Board 🌾

Neighbors, scientists, advocates, and outdoor lovers—working together to protect one of the South Coast’s last wild coastal open spaces.

➡️ Swipe to meet the people behind the movement!

Visit our website to learn more: moremesa.org

For nearly a century, More Mesa has been one of Santa Barbara’s most cherished open spaces—offering sweeping coastal vie...
10/20/2025

For nearly a century, More Mesa has been one of Santa Barbara’s most cherished open spaces—offering sweeping coastal views, wildlife-rich habitats, and miles of trails for walking, running, cycling, birdwatching, and horseback riding.

In October 2025, the More Mesa Preservation Coalition (MMPC) published Recreational Use and Values of More Mesa, a comprehensive report on how our community uses and values this extraordinary landscape.

The findings show just how deeply connected people are to More Mesa for health, recreation, and inspiration—and why protecting it for future generations matters more than ever.

📖 Read the full report:https://moremesa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Recreational-Use-and-Values-of-More-Mesa.pdf

🌿 Visit our Recreation page: https://moremesa.org/recreation-new/

Welcome to the More Mesa Preservation Coalition (MMPC) page! We’re a community of neighbors, conservationists, scientist...
06/05/2025

Welcome to the More Mesa Preservation Coalition (MMPC) page!

We’re a community of neighbors, conservationists, scientists, hikers, equestrians, cyclists, and beachgoers — all united by our shared love for More Mesa and a commitment to protecting it forever.

For over 35 years, MMPC has worked to preserve the ecological, recreational, and scenic values of this incredible space. We've successfully turned away large development proposals, monitored smaller ones, and advocated for long-term conservation of More Mesa’s 265 acres of open space.

More than 1,000 supporters have already joined our mission — from students to professionals to everyday trail users. Whether you love walking the trails, watching wildlife, or simply want to see open spaces protected for future generations, we’re glad you’re here.

💬 Follow us to stay updated on land use issues, local ecology, and how you can help protect More Mesa.
🌐 Visit our website: www.moremesa.org
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Together, we can keep More Mesa wild, open, and protected for generations to come 🌊

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315 Meigs Road Ste A #364
Santa Barbara, CA
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