Beautiful Grazing Land and Elk Habitat Now Permanently Protected By LPOSC
Views of Lake Durango and La Plata Mountains from the conserved property. Photo by Cottonwood Consulting.
In mid-June, LPOSC completed the permanent protection of a 35-acre conservation easement. Located adjacent to picturesque Lake Durango, this conservation easement encompasses expansive sagebrush and gambel oak shrublands. The property also consists of dryland pastures where cattle graze during the summer and fall.
This easement not only safeguards agricultural land, but also preserves vital wildlife habitat. The property contains winter habitat and migration routes for large game species moving between high-elevation summer territories and lower-elevation winter ranges, as well as habitat for a diversity of birds and small mammals. Situated near numerous other conservation easements, this newly-conserved property complements existing protected lands.
LPOSC is proud to steward this easement for the benefit of future generations, ensuring that the land, water, and Southwest Colorado way of life is protected forever.
Upcoming Events
LPOSC is grateful once again to be the beneficiary of Ska Brewing’s Anniversary Party and Brewer’s Invitational. Come enjoy beers from 30+ different breweries and dancing with live music from Save Ferris and special guests The Toasters! Interested in sponsoring or volunteering at this event? Contact clara@lposc.org for more information.
Calling all owners and grantors of LPOSC-conserved properties! Join us for a special event – the Landowner Appreciation Picnic on Saturday, August 10, from 4 to 7 pm. We’ll gather at the beautiful Rockin’ M Ranch at the end of Lightner Creek Road.
On Friday, June 28, LPOSC celebrated at the preserved paradise, Sunnyside Farm, to witness a unique spectacle: a rare population of fireflies illuminating the night sky. It was an enchanting evening marked by lively conversation and breathtaking vistas, and raised critical funds for LPOSC. We are so thankful for the wonderful Jerry and Karen Zink for hosting and extend a heartfelt thank you to all who joined us. We eagerly look forward to hosting this event again next year!
La Plata Open Space Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Your gift may be tax deductible. Our EIN number is: 84-1204273.
To contribute, go to: lposc.org/donate-today/
or mail a check to the address below. Thank you!