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2025 Year in Review
We have had an absolutely amazing year thanks to the steadfast support of our community. In February, we were able to place approximately 2700 acres into permanent conservation . Over the last four years, we have been able to permanently conserve over 10,000 acres in the Bear River Watershed along with our partner Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust . Our focus on collaboration has paid off in so many ways this year, proving that even in tumultuous times, we are stronger together.
14 hours ago2 min read


Food & Fiber: Keeping it Local
Nate and Tara Stireman are the stewards of Steep Mountain Farm in Wellsville, operating under a “Community Supported Agriculture” model. BRLC staff toured their farm in August to learn more about this unique model. Each year, customers purchase a “farm share” or a “herd share” or both, which provides Steep Mountain with the funding needed to buy seeds and feed and fund their operation. Customers can use their share as a credit on custom orders. The Stiremans were not born or
15 hours ago3 min read


Wildlife Friendly Fences (and why they matter to BRLC)
A property’s connectivity to migration corridors and other conserved land is one of many factors we consider when evaluating potential conservation properties. Migration corridors through the Bear River Watershed cross thousands of acres of privately owned property. These fences keep livestock in while allowing wildlife to more safely cross over or under the fence. If a landowner is willing, we often encourage them to specifically allow wildlife friendly fencing in our conser
15 hours ago7 min read


Mendon Meadow: Refuge for the Rare
From the road, Mendon Meadow looks like a typical hay field in Cache Valley, but this small acreage is anything but typical. Fireflies flicker across the fields after dark in June and early July, and an active breeding population of Silver-bordered fritillaries can be seen nectaring on clover, goldenrod, Joe-Pye weed, and other native plants that line the borders of the field. Viceroy butterflies flit through the willows laying eggs, while Monarch butterflies swoop and glid
4 days ago2 min read


Heart of the Rockies is hiring!
Our partner organization, Heart of the Rockies, is hiring a "Keep It Connected Coordinator." From the job description: This position is...
Jun 92 min read


Pollinator week is coming up!
BRLC is a proud sponsor of this event. See you there!
Jun 91 min read


TNC Seeks Utah Protection and Stewardship Coordinator
Attention jobseekers! Our partner agency, The Nature Conservancy is hiring for a Utah Protection and Stewardship Coordinator. Click here...
Jun 21 min read


Well-Being & Open Space Infographic
We are excited to share the work of USU students Anna Roghaar, Shauna Wolfgram, Carter Lentz, and Janessa Grover. This infographic was...
Jun 21 min read


Maintaining Perspective
A message from our Board President 2025 has been a turbulent and unpredictable year for Bear River Land Conservancy and many of our...
May 192 min read


Project Update: Elkhorn Ranch
This project has been approved for federal funding! This does not mean the project is complete, however. We are working with the...
May 191 min read


The Northern Bog Violet
Each year, volunteers gather at our Mendon Meadows site to count the threatened Ute lady’s tresses as part of an ongoing citizen science...
May 191 min read


Pollinators are busy busy!
Enjoy this video of pollinators at our Mendon Meadows property this Spring! Photo & videos taken by our newest board member Miriam...
May 131 min read


Weeding at Wuda Ogwa
Check out these upcoming volunteer events from the Northwestern Band of the Shoshone Nation. CLICK HERE TO RSVP Can't attend? Click here...
May 61 min read


South Wellsville Ranch: Project Complete!
Bear River Land Conservancy Secures 2,700 Acres for Conservation in the Wellsville Mountains
Mar 113 min read


An Update on Elkhorn Ranch
The Elkhorn Ranch is one of the projects we have been working on over the past year. Currently, the Elkhorn Ranch is in step three of the...
Oct 29, 20242 min read


How We Save Land
Take a peek behind-the-scenes of our projects pipeline and learn why it takes so much staff time and effort to protect our local open...
Oct 29, 20244 min read


How Project Funding Flows
Where it comes from and where it goes! Many donors ask, “If you are raising millions for projects, why do you need my money?” ANSWER: The...
Oct 29, 20241 min read


History made: Cache County approves first-ever Open Space Bond project
We are so proud to announce that the Cache County Council has approved our request to fund the Elkhorn Ranch project! This is the first...
Aug 12, 20241 min read


Mendon Meadows Open House
Every once in a while, we love to showcase the land we have conserved. This upcoming Wednesday, we will be hosting an open house at our...
Aug 12, 20241 min read


ANNUAL PUBLIC MEETING
Bear River Land Conservancy is excited to announce our Annual Public Meeting of the Board of Directors. This annual meeting serves as an...
May 10, 20241 min read
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