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Tenacity 2026: Where Water, Land, and Leadership Meet

April 10, 2026

Ten years ago, Women in Conservation began as a backyard get together. It was an opportunity to bring women together around shared values, shared challenges, and a shared belief that land and…

Speed and Scale: How a $1 Million Investment Accelerates Palmer's Conservation Vision

March 5, 2026

A $1 million investment from Lyda Hill Philanthropies marks a pivotal moment for Palmer, accelerating our proven water solutions across Colorado and ensuring we can act swiftly when critical…

Tenacity 2026: Women Leading the Future of Land & Water

February 26, 2026

For ten years, TENACITY: Women in Conservation has brought women to the stage who are not simply participating in conservation conversations but actively s

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New Research Confirms Working Birds Support Healthy Land Management

February 4, 2026

In the expansive shortgrass prairie of Colorado, raptors have acted as precise guardians of the land for centuries.

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You Have More Influence Over Colorado's Water Than You Think

January 28, 2026

If you've been paying attention to the news, you've probably heard it already—Colorado's snowpack is well below normal levels for this time of year.

The Camping Trip that Planted a Seed: Meet Trustee Luis Creel

January 15, 2026

Some people discover conservation through a single transformative moment. For Luis Creel, it arrived quietly on a camping trip when he was eight years old—his first time truly taking in the beauty of the outdoors.

"After the trip, I was truly humbled and grateful," Luis recalls. That childhood experience planted seeds that would grow into a lifelong commitment to protecting the land he loves.

From Tropical Rainforest to the Front Range: Meet Trustee Chris Long

January 15, 2026

Chris Long's journey into conservation began unexpectedly during a 2010 trip to Puerto Rico with his wife, Jill, when they visited El Yunque—the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.

The beauty was undeniable. So was the trash and the disregard for the local ecosystem.

Hybl Takes the Helm: Honoring Geary's Impact and Welcoming New Leadership

January 5, 2026

Leadership transitions mark pivotal moments—opportunities to honor dedicated service while embracing fresh vision. At Palmer Land Conservancy, we’re proud to celebrate John Geary's remarkable…

Before the Year Turns: A Lasting Choice for the Land You Love

December 23, 2025

The holidays are coming to a close. The lights and trees will soon come down, and the pace of life is slowing down, even if just a little.

2025 A Year of Impact: A Conservation Community in Action

December 17, 2025

In 2025, community-driven conservation with Palmer Land Conservancy resulted in tangible results and wins across Colorado.

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Watch: Tackling the Biggest Challenges Facing the Colorado Good Life

December 10, 2025

There's something powerful about seeing the land we protect—not just in still images, but in motion. We're thrilled to share Palmer’s newest video, a visual journey across four Palmer-protected…

Forever Protected: Silver Mountain Preserve

December 10, 2025

In a collaborative conservation effort, Palmer Land Conservancy and The Nature Conservancy in Colorado are proud to announce the permanent protection of Silver Mountain Preserve, an expansive 11,000-acre working cattle and bison ranch in southeastern Colorado

A FILM ABOUT WATER, LAND, AND A WAY OF LIFE

We are delighted to announce the full film is now available to watch for FREE online!

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