The Land Line
Sand Creek Ranch Becomes the First Palmer-Protected Property to be Added to the National Register of Historic Places
August 19, 2024
Nestled along the lower flanks of the granite-armored Tarryall Mountains, the 109-acre Sand Creek Ranch holds a rich history steeped in agriculture, recreation, and deep family connections to the…
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Local Teenagers Expand Their Perspectives of Conservation
July 24, 2024
A quiet room hummed with creativity as a group of teenagers focused on drawing their favorite outdoor spaces.
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Equipping the Next Generation of Land Stewards
July 9, 2024
As the prairies turn vivid shades of green and early-blooming wildflowers dance in the spring breeze across the vast landscapes of southern Colorado, the stewardship team at Palmer Land…
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Summer Solstice Hike at the Paint Mines
June 26, 2024
Learning about a place often leads to a greater appreciation and a deeper connection to that place, which is why we reached out to El Paso County Parks to organize a guided hike of the marvelous…
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Five Ways Local Farmers and Food Producers Help Mitigate Rising Food Prices
June 25, 2024
Since the COVID pandemic, bringing home full bags of groceries has cost more and more.
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We Never Imagined We Would Share Our Film at MountainFilm
May 28, 2024
Last week was a big, bold, and beautiful week for Palmer’s new documentary film MIRASOL, Looking at the Sun.
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Protecting the Lifeblood of the West
May 28, 2024
Just 45 minutes from Colorado Springs, a vibrant farming community east of downtown Pueblo stretches the length of the Bessemer Irrigation Ditch, one of Colorado’s most important waterways. …
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Colorado College Students Contribute More Than 200 Hours to Advancing Palmer's Mission
May 24, 2024
We applaud and say farewell to a dedicated group of Colorado College students in the environmental studies department who spent the last two semesters assisting Palmer staff on key projects and…
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Be the Change | 5Point Adventure Film Festival
May 1, 2024
MIRASOL, Looking at the Sun, Palmer Land Conervancy’s new groundbreaking film, was an official selection at the 5Point Adventure Film Festival this past weekend and screened to over three hundred…
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Join Us for the Pueblo Premiere of Mirasol, Looking at the Sun
April 8, 2024
We’ve been working on a special documentary film for the last two years, and we are thrilled to celebrate the first public screening with the Pueblo community.
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Raising Up Jr. Land Lovers: Nurturing Colorado's Future Stewards
April 2, 2024
In the heart of Colorado's majestic landscapes lies a legacy that transcends generations—the duty to protect and conserve our precious natural resources.
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New Study Reveals $31-$49 of Public Benefit for Every Dollar Invested in Conservation
February 20, 2024
Colorado's landscapes are not just a canvas for scenic beauty; they are the economic engine driving the state's prosperity.
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