The Power of Private Philanthropy in Protecting Open Lands

The Power of Private Philanthropy in Protecting Open Lands

Private philanthropy helps to create conservation easements | Photo: Gallatin Valley Land Trust BOZEMAN, MT — (24 September 2025  | Gallatin Valley Land Trust) In the face of rapid growth and development, GVLT set an ambitious goal in its 2023-2028 strategic plan: to...
Redford Inspired Land Protection

Redford Inspired Land Protection

Photo: The Redford Center Redford’s Life: An Inspiration for Land Protection and Stewardship By Nicole Adimey | Atira Conservation Founder Last week, we learned of the passing of Robert Redford — a legendary actor whose impact extended far beyond the screen.  While...
The Roadless Rule

The Roadless Rule

Photo: Atira Conservation The Roadless Rule and What it Means for Land Conservation By Nicole Adimey | Atira Conservation Founder Some of our greatest and unique treasures in the United States are our national parks forests. Their integrity is supported in-part by the...
Limestone Gap Preserve established on Pine Mountain

Limestone Gap Preserve established on Pine Mountain

By Jay Compton, Middlesboro News | Sept. 2, 2025 The Kentucky Natural Lands Trust (KNLT) has announced the establishment of the Limestone Gap Preserve. The 204-acre preserve is located on the north face of Pine Mountain and safeguards the viewshed of the City of...
Enduring Arctic Wildlife Proves Importance of Land Conservation

Enduring Arctic Wildlife Proves Importance of Land Conservation

Torellneset ice edge | Photo: Stephen Bradley Enduring Arctic Wildlife Proves Importance of Land Conservation By Nicole Adimey | Atira Conservation Founder In June 2025, we had the immense privilege of crossing off a bucket list dream — a voyage to the High Arctic....