The Ventana Wilderness Alliance has an amazing track record of success in everything they do -- from organizing trail crews, to getting kids into the great outdoors, to organizing work projects out in the field, and to advocating for the protection of wilderness lands throughout the Santa Lucia Range. They do it all with grace, finesse, and an eye towards getting the biggest bang for the buck. If you care about Big Sur, the Ventana Wilderness, and the Santa Lucia Mountains, the bottom line is that you should support this group in any way that you can. Donate money, volunteer, and get involved. You'll be glad you did, and this little corner of the wild California landscape will be better for it.