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February Mountain Memo E-Newsletter
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Public Benefits of Private Land Conservation
Have you ever wondered what we as a community gain from private land conservation? Or how conservation benefits you and your friends and family directly?
Researchers at Colorado State University recently completed a study on the public benefits of private land conservation. Turns out the benefits are vast for both the environment and for Colorado communities. Preserving natural landscapes helps maintain biodiversity, protect ecosystems, and safeguard critical habitats for wildlife. Conservation contributes to the overall well-being of our community and economy by supporting recreational opportunities, promoting clean air and water, protecting our ranching heritage, and ensuring a sustainable and vibrant future for generations to come. Considering CBLT’s 30-year dedication to public access, wetlands, wildlife, and agriculture, the positive community impact in the Gunnison Valley is immense.
Check out some of the numbers below and view the complete study here.
Introduction to Leave No Trace Skills and Ethics
Leave No Trace principles provide a framework to protect the outdoors while minimizing our impact on the land, water, wildlife, and vegetation we all love. Whether you’re in the backcountry or frontcountry, these guidelines can be applied anywhere. Learn more about how you can get outside in a sustainable way by registering for Leave No Trace’s free workshop, Introduction to Leave No Trace Skills and Ethics, on Wednesday, February 14 at 6 PM MST.
Register online for free here.
Winter Field Trip
Our last field trip of the winter season is on Friday, March 22 @ 10 AM with Crested Butte Nordic!
Join the Crested Butte Land Trust and Crested Butte Nordic for a ski and pastries at the Magic Meadows Yurt. Hear updates from both organizations and learn about the partnership between Nordic skiers and land conservation. Enjoy a free day pass and ski the trails afterward!
Email jessica@cblandtrust.org to sign up today.
Partners in Conservation
Here, we highlight fellow organizations and businesses committed to preserving the lands that make our home so special.
Please enjoy this snow study led by Dr. Heike Kalesse-Los from the University of Leipzig and conducted at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory.
