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The Land Line
Protect What Unites Us
June 5, 2025
"Palmer Land Conservancy shares my vision, working with communities to address challenges by creating solutions where both people and the environment can thrive."
A Birdwatcher’s Paradise: Highlights from Pikes Peak Birding and Nature Festival
May 21, 2025
Recently, Palmer participated in the 10th Annual Pikes Peak Birding and Nature Festival, an event that celebrates the natural heritage of the Pikes Peak Region, particularly its birds.
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From Classroom to Open Space: Youth Conservation in Action
May 8, 2025
The future of our iconic landscapes rests in the hands of those who will inherit them. Connecting young people with conservation is about nurturing tomorrow's Colorado stewards.
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The Thread That Connects Us All: How TENACITY's Women Leaders Envision Conservation as Community
April 17, 2025
Vibrant energy filled the room during Palmer Land Conservancy's 9th Annual TENACITY: Women in Conservation event. What started as a backyard gathering has blossomed into an annual event that…
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Birds and Nerds: Palmer’s Fun Approach to Learning
March 19, 2025
The more we engage with our community, the more we hear people are increasingly eager to have fun while they learn, blending education with enjoyment to make the experience more engaging and…
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Wings of Change: Observing the Spring Bird Migration in Southern Colorado
March 4, 2025
With the spring equinox fast approaching, many species of birds are feeling the change of seasons and beginning their respective northward migrations.
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Palmer is Committed to Working with Colorado Springs to Evaluate E-bikes
February 18, 2025
As many of our supporters are aware, the City of Colorado Springs is evaluating options to legally and safely allow electric bicycles (E-bikes) on public trails. Currently the Trails, Open…
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Maximize Your Winter Adventures: How to Choose Snow and Ice Traction Devices for Your Hiking and Running in Colorado
January 22, 2025
There’s something about the tranquility of wintertime in Colorado.
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Bear Creek Volunteer Day: A Paw-sitive Impact on the Park, Community, and Water Quality
January 17, 2025
What do a group of first-year students, a banker, a journalist, a cohort of college staff members, and a brewery employee all have in common? A shared love of caring for the outdoors!
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Protecting the Winter Wonderland: Tips for Responsible Outdoor Fun
January 7, 2025
Winter outdoor recreation in southern Colorado offers a unique opportunity to embrace the serene beauty of nature—often with fewer crowds than the rest of the year.
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From Vision to Trail: Hiking with Landowners and Parks Planner at Santa Fe Open Space
November 13, 2024
The first day of November dawned crisp and cool in the shadow of Ben Lomand Mountain that watches over Palmer Lake.
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Why do you love Colorado?
November 8, 2024
As the first snowfall blankets Colorado, we’re reminded of the magic that winter brings to our incredible landscape.
The water for next year’s blooms.
Crisp air.
Shimmering peaks.
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