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  • Teton Basin

    Because of the rare plant and wide-ranging animal species that depend upon it, the Teton River Basin has been ranked the number one private lands conservation priority area within the entire Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem for its combination of irreplaceable ecological value and vulnerability.

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  • Teton Basin

    Steeped in agricultural tradition, farming and ranching remains significant in Teton Basin, benefitting both people and wildlife.

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  • South Fork

    The South Fork Snake River corridor from Swan Valley to Menan Buttes is one of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem’s most outstanding fish and wildlife resources, including the cottonwood gallery forest along this reach of the river, named the number one wildlife resource in Idaho.

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  • Sand Creek and Middle Henry’s Fork

    Because of the combination of rare plant and animal populations in the area, the Henry’s Fork River is ranked as the number two conservation priority within the entire Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem for its irreplaceable ecological value.

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  • Island Park and Shotgun Valley

    The Island Park Caldera, the Henry’s Lake Flat, Shotgun Valley, and the south slope of the Centennial Range make up a large and diverse landscape, where there are is great value for migratory and wintering elk and sage grouse, raptor migration corridors, and expansive habitats of value to many species.

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🌿 Tin Cup Giving Period Opens TOMORROW! 🌿

For 35 years, Teton Regional Land Trust has worked to protect the wild and working lands that define life in Teton Valley. From healthy rivers and wetlands to open fields and migration corridors—this place is worth protecting.

And it’s you, our community, who makes it all possible.

Your support during the Tin Cup Challenge helps keep this landscape intact for people and wildlife, now and for generations to come. Every gift stays right here in the valley, fueling conservation close to home.

You are the reason this valley remains wild, beautiful, and resilient.
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#TinCupChallenge #TetonRegionalLandTrust #KeepItWild #SupportLocalConservation #TetonValley #CommunityPowered #WorkingLandsWildPlaces #TRLT35
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🌿 Tin Cup Giving Period Opens TOMORROW! 🌿

For 35 years, Teton Regional Land Trust has worked to protect the wild and working lands that define life in Teton Valley. From healthy rivers and wetlands to open fields and migration corridors—this place is worth protecting.

And it’s you, our community, who makes it all possible.

Your support during the Tin Cup Challenge helps keep this landscape intact for people and wildlife, now and for generations to come. Every gift stays right here in the valley, fueling conservation close to home.

You are the reason this valley remains wild, beautiful, and resilient.
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#TinCupChallenge #TetonRegionalLandTrust #KeepItWild #SupportLocalConservation #TetonValley #CommunityPowered #WorkingLandsWildPlaces #TRLT35

🌿 Field day in action!

Teton Regional Land Trust's stewardship team spent the day with Cam H., Teton County Weed Superintendent, on one of our fee-owned properties. Together, they gathered insights for an integrated approach to noxious weed control and land management tailored to the unique needs of our conserved lands.
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🌿 Field day in action! 

Teton Regional Land Trusts stewardship team spent the day with Cam H., Teton County Weed Superintendent, on one of our fee-owned properties. Together, they gathered insights for an integrated approach to noxious weed control and land management tailored to the unique needs of our conserved lands. 
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🌾 Teton Regional Land Trust's stewardship team recently joined Russell Clark at Roots and Grow Farm for a regenerative grazing tour! It was a great opportunity to learn how thoughtful grazing practices can support healthy soils, thriving habitats, and working lands. Thanks to Russell for sharing your knowledge and passion!
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🌾 Teton Regional Land Trusts stewardship team recently joined Russell Clark at Roots and Grow Farm for a regenerative grazing tour! It was a great opportunity to learn how thoughtful grazing practices can support healthy soils, thriving habitats, and working lands. Thanks to Russell for sharing your knowledge and passion!
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Plant Ecology Walk

Woods Creek Fen, Driggs

June 12, 2025

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Teton Regional Land Trust (TRLT) is excited to host the Greater…
🌿 Tin Cup Giving Period Opens TOMORROW! 🌿

For 35 years, Teton Regional Land Trust has worked to protect the wild and working lands that define life in Teton Valley. From healthy rivers and wetlands to open fields and migration corridors—this place is worth protecting.

And it’s you, our community, who makes it all possible.

Your support during the Tin Cup Challenge helps keep this landscape intact for people and wildlife, now and for generations to come. Every gift stays right here in the valley, fueling conservation close to home.

You are the reason this valley remains wild, beautiful, and resilient.
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#TinCupChallenge #TetonRegionalLandTrust #KeepItWild #SupportLocalConservation #TetonValley #CommunityPowered #WorkingLandsWildPlaces #TRLT35
🌎 Today is World Environment Day 🌿

At Teton Regional Land Trust, every day is about protecting the wild and working lands that sustain eastern Idaho’s people, wildlife, and waters.

From vibrant wetlands to open rangelands, we partner with landowners and our community to conserve the natural places that matter most—now and for future generations.

Thank you for standing with us to keep this region thriving. 💚
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#WorldEnvironmentDay #LandConservation #EasternIdaho #TetonRegionalLandTrust #ProtectWhatYouLove
🌿 Woods Creek Fen Plant Ecology Walk

📅 Thursday, June 12
⏰ 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Woods Creek Fen, Driggs

Join us for a guided walk through the unique and ecologically rich Woods Creek Fen, protected by Teton Regional Land Trust. Led by our resident plant expert Kristy Smith and board member & plant ecologist Mike Merigliano, this tour offers a deep dive into the fascinating world of native plants. $20 per person.

🌱 Discover what makes this rare wetland so special and learn about the plant communities that thrive there.

Link in bio to register!

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🐄 Calling all Conservation Easement landowners who are interested in livestock grazing!

We are excited to announce a scholarship opportunity to the Lost Rivers Grazing Academy in Marshing/ Homedale, Idaho on September 9th - 12th 2025. This boots-on-the-ground workshop was developed for livestock operators and focuses on increasing forage production, stocking rates, animal performance, and net income. 

Through a grant from the American Farmland Trust, TRLT is able to provide one scholarship to the Lost Rivers Grazing Academy, which includes meals and a lodging stipend. Applications are open now through July 31st, 2025. The recipient will be announced on August 8th. 

Application link in bio!

Please reach out to Nicole Cyr, Stewardship Associate, with any questions at 208-354-8939 ext. 11 or nicole@tetonlandtrust.org.
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🦅 Birding on the Henry’s Fork: There are a few spots left!

Join experienced birder and former TRLT board member Tim Reynolds for a peaceful morning walk through a stunning conserved property along the Henry’s Fork of the Snake River.

We’ll explore cottonwood and aspen forests, riparian areas, and open meadows—prime habitat for hawks, eagles, swans, cranes, ducks, and songbirds.

📅 June 4, 2025
🕢 7:30–10 AM
📍 Lawson Property, St. Anthony, ID
🎟️ Tickets ($20)
🌿 Limited to 20 participants

Don’t miss this chance to birdwatch in a beautiful, protected landscape! 

Link in bio to register!
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