How beavers brought Birch Creek back to life After years of effort, a Preston-area rancher shows how beavers can transform a struggling stream into thriving habitat When Jay Wilde returned to his family’s ranch as an adult, he was dismayed to see it wasn’t as he remembered — Birch
Land conservation and economic vitality go hand-in-hand, new study finds Idaho land trusts help sustain jobs, rural economies, family farms and ranches, recreation opportunities and the quality of life that makes Idaho special. BOISE — Land conservation and economic vitality go hand in hand, according to a new report
Native plant sale: Pre-order yours today Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust is partnering with the Portneuf Pollinator Partnership to offer our community a native plant sale, with the goal of supporting pollinators and boosting biodiversity. You can pre-pay to hold your order (while supplies last), then pick up your plants
Upcoming volunteer opportunities Mark your calendars! We’re excited to share upcoming volunteer opportunities at Wuda Ogwa with the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation. Come lend a hand, connect with community, and be part of caring for this special place. We’d love to see you there! Scan the codes
We’re excited for this year’s Portneuf Valley Environmental Fair, which is coming up on April 18! Since ecosystem restoration is the theme, we created a kids’ zine highlighting what restoration has looked like at Century Heights Preserve following a wildfire. Take a look to see how the landscape is recovering! Scroll
Nature Journaling Workshop with Mary Arnold Space is limited, sign up today! Join Artist-in-Residence Mary Arnold for a hands-on creative experience: ✦ Create your own nature journal ✦ Experiment with gel plate nature printing ✦ Learn techniques to capture the natural world Workshop includes all supplies + a fully
Idaho Gives: Because of you, conservation in Southeast Idaho has a stronger future Our community showed up in a big way during Idaho Gives, and we are incredibly grateful. Thanks to your generosity — and matching support — we raised $19,500 for our internship program. Your support strengthens our organization during
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our 2026 Habitat Haven program! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP This initiative gives community members the opportunity to transform their yards, patios, or other spaces into thriving habitats that support pollinators, birds, and other wildlife. Habitat loss and invasive species have a
Our own Matt Coombs sat down this week with Gemma Gaudette from Boise State Public Radio to talk about 800 acres of newly protected land in Franklin County — and the important work land trusts do to conserve open space. The conversation is part of Boise State Public Radio‘s
POCATELLO — Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust (SSLT) is pleased to announce the permanent conservation of over 800 acres of open space, wildlife habitat and agricultural land through conservation easements on two adjacent properties in Franklin County. With the addition of these two important conservation easements, SSLT has now protected
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