Helena’s new and fun Tenmile Creek Park is now officially open. Prickly Pear Land Trust and project partners have created a real community outdoor asset.
Gallatin County Voters Approve Open Space Mill Levy
Gallatin County voters strongly approved an open space mill levy ballot measure in last night’s election. 62 percent of the voters approved the ballot measure, which will provide roughly $20 million over the next 15 years to fund open space conservation projects. Congratulations to Gallatin Valley Land Trust, The Trust for Public Land, The Montana Land Reliance and everyone who played a role in this successful effort.
Prickly Pear Land Trust Sets Summer Trails Schedule
Prickly Pear Land Trust has set its summer trails work days and organized hikes. Events include Kid’s Hikes and Community Trail Work Days through the middle of September.
New Report Shows Why LWCF Essential to Montana
The Land and Water Conservation Fund is an valuable program to Montana and Montanans, and a new report – supported by MALT – shows why and how Montanans benefit from the LWCF program.
Impressive Conservation Gains in the Flathead
The Flathead is one of the highest population growth and fastest economic development areas in Montana, and to help retain open land and traditional agriculture in the area land trusts and others are bringing conservation projects to the finish line.
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Names New President and CEO
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Board of Directors this week announced Kyle Weaver as the new President and CEO, effective June 30, 2018. “It is a tremendous honor to serve as the leader of the most respected wildlife conservation organization in the country, one that does so much for elk, elk habitat and America’s hunting tradition,“ said Weaver. “Moving forward, as a team, we will elevate the delivery of RMEF’s mission, including our lands and access work as well as advocating for our hunting heritage.“ Weaver comes to RMEF from a long and successful career with the National Rifle Association, where he rose from an entry level position to ultimately serve as an NRA Officer and Executive Director of General Operations. His oversight included educational, safety and training programs, grassroots fundraising, as well as hunting and conservation programs. He brings extensive experience with board relations, volunteer management and fiscal responsibility and oversight, along with program building and implementation.
LWCF Provides Benefits to Montanans Every Single Day
Excellent article detailing the many ways in which the LWCF makes Montana a better place to live, work, play, and raise a family. It is Montana’s week in the national LWCF spotlight, part of a 52-week campaign to highlight the need to fund and reauthorize the LWCF program.
Landowners and Wildlife Relationship Explored Through Photos
Photographer Louise Johns has taken some stunning photos to capture the relationship between ranchers and wildlife – including predators – in the Yellowstone area. Tom Kuglin of the Helena Independent Record writes an article that explains the fragile nature of the relationship.
Gallatin Open Lands Bike Tour Rides on May 19
The Gallatin Valley is known for its postcard views, agricultural heritage, and vast recreational opportunities. These are just a few of the myriad of characteristics that make this place so special. Since 1990, the Gallatin Valley Land Trust has worked with willing landowners in order to protect those qualities. This spring, GVLT is hosting an inaugural Open Lands Bike Tour, starting with registration at 9:30 AM on May 19. The event kicks off at Sacajawea Middle School, 3525 S 3rd Avenue.
Open Land Critical for Gallatin County Agriculture
A guest column written by people involved in Gallatin County agriculture explains why the June 5 open space mill levy in so important to the area’s farm and ranch community, legacy and future.