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From 1970 to 2007, Leonard Robinson was the Jasper Ridge caretaker, a title that barely skims the surface of decades of contributions to the preserve. He was the carpenter, mechanic, heavy equipment operator, and plumber who kept the place functioning. He was also a dedicated father who raised a family at Jasper Ridge, and a blues guitarist. His legacy at... more

Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve is home not only to world-class science, but also offers right-brain inspiration to a wide variety of photographers, artists, and writers. This month one of those writers, Kevin Arnold of Palo Alto, was honored by having a poem he wrote about Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve published on-line at the webstie Your Daily Poem . Kevin wrote... more

Don Kennedy has a multitude of legacies. Perhaps none is more important than his role in protecting Jasper Ridge when it mattered most. Several of the most significant turning points in the conservation and management history of Jasper Ridge took place under Don Kennedy’s leadership as chair of the biology department from 1965 to 1972 and as president of Stanford... more

A new Jasper Ridge paper examines the changes in soil bacteria and fungi—two major components of the grassland soil microbiome—under long-term global change treatments and disturbance by fire. Lead author Clara Qin ’15, MS’16 conducted the research as part of an undergraduate honors thesis, advised by professor Kabir Peay. The paper was selected as the editor’s choice for the March... more

In compliance with Stanford policy now in place to adjust to the Shelter in Place announcement that came out today for Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties, until further notice Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve is closed to all except essential staff. This means that all research activities will have to cease for the time being, as well as meetings for... more

(Photo courtesy of Jeff Schwegman) Because of the need to slow the accelerating spread of the COVID-19 virus, until further notice Jasper Ridge Biological Preserve is suspending all visitation except essential research, on-line education, and administrative activities. This is in accordance with with Stanford and San Mateo County protocols as well as advice from health care professionals. Please note that... more

All tours are canceled until further notice in accordance with recommendations to minimize the spread of the COVID-19 virus and help ensure the health and safety of our community. Stanford Health Alerts more

All of us here at Jasper Ridge are happy to announce that Becca Nelson is joining us as the new tour coordinator and scheduler. Becca is a graduate of the BIO/ESYS 105 class (’19), an active member of the docent community and an undergraduate researcher in Stanford’s Department of Biology. She will be assisting us in managing our busy schedule... more

Last week JRBP researchers and staff presented their work at the annual meeting of the American Geophysical Union in San Francisco, an event that draws tens of thousands of scientists, educators, and students from around the world to learn about the newest research in earth and environmental sciences. And a Jasper Ridge photo won first place in the Stanford Earth... more

It’s once again that time of year when we realize how much has happened as we compile our annual report . It has been quite a whirlwind year, and it's hard to believe we’re already near the end of it. As we look back on the year, we reflect on our good fortune in having such an engaged and helpful... more