Bowles Family Protects 157 Acres

Teton Regional Land Trust is proud to announce that the Bowles family has completed their third conservation easement with TRLT in just two years, permanently protecting 157 acres of farm ground northwest of Darby Canyon. One parcel has been in the family for 88 years, the other for 35, continuing a legacy of stewardship and care for the land.

“I made this choice for the land and to keep it in farming,” said Boyd Bowles.

The easement safeguards working farmland, scenic views, and valuable wildlife habitat. Species such as Short-eared Owl, Columbian Sharp-tailed Grouse, Common Nighthawk, and moose will continue to thrive here. Located near U.S. Forest Service land and other conserved properties, this project strengthens a larger corridor of protected open space in Teton Valley.

By donating this easement, the Bowles family ensures that these lands will remain available for agriculture and wildlife for generations to come.