land for life
Protecting why we live here since 1977
Palmer Land Conservancy exists to ensure that everything we love about the Colorado good life — its natural beauty, locally grown food, outdoor recreation — can be enjoyed by everyone now, and for future generations.
Our conservation priorities
We believe southern Colorado’s lands are essential to our identity, economy and quality of life. To achieve our mission to protect these lands forever, our work is focused on these three areas:
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“ Show me a healthy community with a strong economy, and I’ll show you a community that ensures their natural resources—land, nature, water, open spaces—exist for everyone.”
Southern Colorado resident
Featured Blog Posts
Find Your Farmers' Market
May 19, 2023
We’ve put together a handy (and printable) reference of farmers’ markets in the Pikes Peak region—perfect for keeping on your fridge during the summer and fall seasons.
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Seasonal Bites | Carrots
May 19, 2023
We’re celebrating carrots with two simple recipes that yield different, but equally delicious results.
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Land Lover Hike | Birding at Bluestem Prairie Open Space
May 8, 2023
On Saturday, May 6, 25 members hit the trails with Palmer for the Land Lover Hike at Bluestem Prairie Open Space - a Palmer-protected property and bird-watching paradise.
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The future of conservation
The land doesn't protect itself. It needs a community of courageous land lovers like you to help conserve it forever.