Finding Common Ground

Great project near Troy that keeps working lands working, conserves wildlife habitat and maintains recreational access. http://www.flatheadbeacon.com/articles/article/finding_common_ground/26535/

From Generation to Generation

Interesting story in the Bozeman Chronicle about the difficulty of passing the family farm or ranch to the next generation. Conservation easements are mentioned as one tool to ease that transfer. http://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/news/agriculture/article_ef244bc0-4fa8-11e1-bbb5-001871e3ce6c.html

Montanans Say Conservation is Important

Interesting poll produced by Colorado College about Montana and land conservation. The message in the polls is pretty clear: Jobs are very important, but so is conservation. http://www2.coloradocollege.edu/stateoftherockies/conservationinthewestsurvey_e.html