Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust (SSLT) was founded in 2004 with the goal of protecting, connecting, and enhancing wildlife habitats, working lands, and community spaces for all generations. Over the past 20 years, SSLT has taken shape into a robust and dynamic organization to meet that mission across Southeast Idaho.
We’re thrilled to welcome Mary Arnold as our 2026 Artist in Residence! Born and raised in Idaho, Mary is a conservation artist whose work celebrates wildlife, open spaces, and our deep connection to nature. Mary has previously served residencies for Land Trust of the Treasure Valley, Bighorn Canyon National
Our exhibit, “Open Spaces: The role of land trusts in biodiversity conservation” is open now at the Idaho Museum of Natural History! Stop by to learn how land trusts protect open space, support biodiversity, and connect and enhance wildlife habitat. Special thanks to the amazing team that made this
A primary driver of the rapid loss of Idaho farmland is that many farmers never get around to putting in the hard work of succession planning. And that has impacts beyond agriculture. “There’s a recognition that agricultural lands are the only real stronghold for open space and wildlife habitat
Exciting news! Our local Idaho Master Naturalists and some of our Sagebrush Steppe staff are being featured on Idaho Public Television’s “Doing Good in the Great Outdoors” TONIGHT. Tune in at 8 p.m. and check it out! This segment shines a light on the Idaho volunteers who care for
UI Extension surveying Eastern Idaho farmers to improve succession planning workshops Survey link here PRESTON, Idaho — Nov. 19, 2025 — University of Idaho Extension is recruiting Eastern Idaho farmers to take an online survey that will guide the format, content, frequency and locations of future succession planning workshops. UI Extension has
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! The 2025 Holiday Party & Fundraiser is officially in the books — and what an incredible night it was! We were truly moved by the outpouring of support, generosity, and love for conservation from our community. You all showed up big time to help
Go on vacation & support conservation! six incredible trips up for grabs It’s a win-win! Go on vacation and support conservation. We’ve got six incredible trips up for grabs — from cross-country skiing to hunting, fishing, floating, backpacking, and more. Your next outdoor adventure could help protect open spaces,
RSVP FOR Museum exhibit and lecture Nov. 18! It’s a busy (and exciting!) week at Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust! Not only are we celebrating at our Holiday Party this Saturday, but we’ve also got a brand new exhibit and lecture coming up at the Idaho Museum of Natural History
The Habitat Improvement Team (HIT) — a committee of natural resource, land management and tribal trustees — has awarded more than $900,000 to five conservation projects that will restore rivers and wetlands, enhance fish and wildlife habitat and protect open landscapes across southeast Idaho. The awards were made through
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