Black Forest
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The Lake County Land Trust became interested in the Black Forest when it became known to the community that three logging families had purchased it and they started talking to the community about their plans to log the forest. The community approached the Land Trust for help in preserving this beautiful and pristine forest on the northeast side of Mount Konocti, a signature landmark of the area, and over 55 members of the community financially supported efforts to preserve this (approximately) 200-acre parcel.
The primary reason for the acquisition of this parcel is the preservation of a unique, intact and pristine Douglas fir forest, with many trees estimated to be over 100 years old. The forest offers a diverse habitat for a variety of birds and mammals, including mountain lion, bear, wild pig, deer, fox, bobcat, gray squirrel, coyote, raccoon, skunk and vole. It provides summer habitat for the red-breasted nuthatch, and pair of peregrine falcons frequently nest in the adjoining BLM parcel.
The scenic aspects of this forest are deeply valued by visitors and residents alike. The Southeastern Pomo Indians have considered Mount Konocti a sacred site, and it is the focus of important Native American legends. The Native Americans of Lake County consider the mountain an important part of their heritage.
The Black Forest, with its old growth canopy and extensive root system, offers significant value for the Clear Lake Watershed.
The primary reason for the acquisition of this parcel is the preservation of a unique, intact and pristine Douglas fir forest, with many trees estimated to be over 100 years old. The forest offers a diverse habitat for a variety of birds and mammals, including mountain lion, bear, wild pig, deer, fox, bobcat, gray squirrel, coyote, raccoon, skunk and vole. It provides summer habitat for the red-breasted nuthatch, and pair of peregrine falcons frequently nest in the adjoining BLM parcel.
The scenic aspects of this forest are deeply valued by visitors and residents alike. The Southeastern Pomo Indians have considered Mount Konocti a sacred site, and it is the focus of important Native American legends. The Native Americans of Lake County consider the mountain an important part of their heritage.
The Black Forest, with its old growth canopy and extensive root system, offers significant value for the Clear Lake Watershed.
