3rd Annual Greater Yellowstone Crane Festival

🦅 Did You Know?
Bald eagles are amazing hunters, capable of diving at speeds up to 100 mph to catch their prey! These incredible birds rely on healthy habitats to thrive, and the South Fork of the Snake River is one of the most important nesting areas for bald eagles in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.

Since 1991, Teton Regional Land Trust, the Bureau of Land Management, The Conservation Fund, and The Nature Conservancy, have protected over 20,000 acres along the South Fork. This corridor remains the most productive bald eagle nesting habitat in the region, producing half the bald eagle chicks in Idaho each year. 💛

📸: Tim Mayo
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#Conservation #BaldEagles #GreaterYellowstoneEcosystem #WildlifeHabitat #TetonRegionalLandTrust #SnakeRiver

Did you know? 🤔 The Sandhill Crane`s brownish hue isn`t just their natural coloring—it`s a product of their environment and grooming habits!

During their preening rituals, these majestic birds apply iron-rich mud from their wetland habitats to their feathers. This natural "makeup" not only gives them their rusty-brown tint but also helps with camouflage as they forage in grassy and muddy areas.🌾

Thanks to our incredible supporters, Teton Regional Land Trust is working to protect the wetlands and open spaces that these magnificent birds depend on.

📸: TRLT Trail Cam
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🌾Teton Regional Land Trust Launches New Farm Succession Program 🌾

Read the new article by TRLT Staff Attorney/Conservation Project Manager, Lydia Hanson, to to learn how TRLT is stepping up to support farmers and ranchers in planning for the future of their lands

"In the next 20 years, close to 1/3 of agricultural lands in the United States will be transferred from the current owner and producer. This transfer of land is directly related to the rising average age of farmers and ranchers. As they retire and land ownership changes, the land previously stewarded by the producer is vulnerable to conversion away from agricultural use. The rural communities of eastern Idaho depend on the viability of agricultural lands, and in the last few years, we have witnessed great changes to our landscape that are very concerning. Farmers and ranchers are feeling more and more pressure to sell their land to development, and low-density housing developments are replacing agricultural lands."

To learn how this program aims to keep working lands in working hands and ensure the long-term sustainability of our region`s agricultural heritage, visit Teton Valley News.
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🎉✨ Thank You! ✨🎉

Thanks to your incredible support, we surpassed our end-of-year fundraising match goal! Your generosity fuels our mission to conserve the lands and waters that make our region so special. 🌿

As we step into our 35th Anniversary year in 2025, these contributions will support even more critical projects—protecting wildlife habitats, preserving working lands, and safeguarding open spaces for generations to come. 🦌

Here’s to another year of conservation success, made possible by YOU. 💚

#ThankYou #ConservationMatters #TetonRegionalLandTrust #35YearsOfConservation #Gratitude #Wildlife #ProtectOpenSpace

Cheers to an incredible year—and an exciting year ahead! 🎉

Thanks to your support, 2024 has been a year of growth, impact, and meaningful conservation work at Teton Regional Land Trust. None of this would be possible without our members, volunteers, and landowners—thank you for your commitment to protecting the lands and wildlife we all love.

Some highlights from this year include:

🌾 Permanently protecting 2,438 acres

🌾 Completing 178 stewardship visits ️

🌾 Counting 1,318 Sandhill Cranes in one day

🌾 Releasing and monitoring 8 cygnet Trumpeter Swans

🌾 Hiring 6 new full-time employees

🌾 Hosting 15 volunteer days with countless hours given

🌾 Welcoming 62 new members to our community

As we step into 2025 and celebrate our 35th anniversary, we’re excited to continue this important work—together.

Thank you for being an essential part of Teton Regional Land Trust. Here’s to another impactful year ahead! 🥂

📸: Linda Swope
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🏔 Only a few more days to give! Double your impact to preserve open spaces in eastern Idaho for this and future generations.

Thanks to an anonymous donor, every eligible gift will be matched 1:1 until the end of 2024. Your support helps protect the landscapes, waterways, and habitats that countless species call home.

Eligible donations include:

🏔 New Donors: Your first gift will be doubled.

🏔 Increased Donations: Any amount above your previous gift will be matched.

🏔 New Monthly Members: Your first year of monthly gifts will be matched.

Time is running out—let’s make every dollar count for wildlife and wild places. ✨

Give now and double your impact—link in bio!
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🦌🌿 Less than one week left to make twice the impact for wildlife in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem!

Thanks to an anonymous donor, every eligible gift will be matched 1:1 until the end of 2024. Your support helps protect the landscapes, waterways, and habitats that countless species call home.

Eligible donations include:

🌿 New Donors: Your first gift will be doubled.

🌿 Increased Donations: Any amount above your previous gift will be matched.

🌿 New Monthly Members: Your first year of monthly gifts will be matched.

Time is running out—let’s make every dollar count for wildlife and wild places. ✨

Give now and double your impact—link in bio!
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#TetonRegionalLandTrust #GYE #SaveOpenSpace #wildlife #conservation #wildlifehabitat

✨ Happy Holidays from Teton Regional Land Trust! 🌲 As more snow settles across eastern Idaho, we reflect on our gratitude for your support in protecting these incredible places. Wishing you a season filled with peace, joy, and connection to the natural world.❤️
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