We are pleased to announce the results of our Summer 2013 funding cycle. We have contributed $750,000 to the 19 organizations listed below. In 2013 we awarded a record $1.5 million in grants. Many great conservation opportunities lie ahead, and we're pleased to be able to support these important initiatives. Please check out the full summary…
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In August, 2013 the American River Conservancy completed the purchase of 1,059 acres of Cosumnes River canyon lands. These purchased lands protect an additional 1.5 miles of river canyon from future residential development on the North and Main Forks of the Cosumnes River immediately east and west of Highway 49 in both El Dorado and…
The Boulder-White Clouds are Idaho at its best-stunning beauty, clear water and rich wildlife habitat. For decades, Idahoans have worked to conserve these mountains and strike a balance between protection, access and responsible use. That vision should move forward and our leaders in Washington, DC, should take note. It is imperative that this pristine land…
Last week, Conservation Alliance grantee, The Thompson Divide Coalition, launched a new website. It's called ‘Faces of the Thompson Divide' and is designed to capture the stories of the people behind our local effort to protect more than 220,000 acres of public lands in the White River and Gunnison National Forests. Check out the website…
Cycle Greater Yellowstone – The First Great Ride in the Last Best Place – was created by the Greater Yellowstone Coalition as a way to inspire and educate people from around the country and world about the incomparable wonders of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. This fully supported cycling event saw nearly 700 cyclists pedal 460…
We had a great turn out at the Wobble this year with nearly 200 participants! The theme was Way2Cool, and nearly everyone was wearing the Way2Cool Sunglasses given to all who signed up, costumes were encouraged and there was some great creativity. A big thanks to everyone that participated and to Montrail for organizing and…
On Wednesday, August 21st, nearly two hundred member company representatives and friends came together to give back to the outdoors through their volunteer action. At Wallace Park we welcomed friends from Yakima, Icebreaker, Merrell, KEEN, REI, Nau, Horny Toad and BrandLive. Volunteer teams migrated to Forest Park to remove invasive species, construct and improve trails. A few miles away…
More than 10,000 people float the Lower John Day River each year from Clarno to Cottonwood, drawn by its exciting rapids, meandering bends and thriving fishery, which includes wild steelhead, salmon and bull trout. In addition, the Lower John Day River canyons provide habitat for an abundance of wildlife including mule deer, elk, big horn…
Conservation Resource Alliance and the Boardman Dams Implementation Team (IT) recently celebrated the reopening and rebirth of 2.5 miles of the Boardman River as project partners, stakeholders and supporters gathered at the former Brown Bridge Dam site. The message was one of goodwill and collaboration as so many partners and community members deserve credit for…
