INSPIRATION
The
Jackson Hole Land Trust is a private , non-profit organization established in 1980 to preserve this open space and the critical wildlife habitat , scenic vistas and historic ranching heritage of Western Wyoming .
Privately owned land in Teton County supports “ room-to-roam ” for wildlife species including elk , deer and bison while also supporting a growing human landscape . By working cooperatively with the owners of the area ’ s privately owned open lands , the Jackson Hole Land Trust is ensuring the permanent protection of more than 55,000 acres .
The Land Trust ’ s conservation “ balancing act ” maintains that preservation of scenic , ranching and wildlife elements has equal value . Jenny Wolfrom , Director of Development and Communications , says , “ It ’ s hard to find a property in Jackson or Northwestern Wyoming that doesn ’ t have at least two of these three conservation elements . Our land and open spaces are connected ; therefore each property can have a significant impact on the agricultural , wildlife and scenic values of the surrounding land .”
Formed 35 years ago , the Land Trust has succeeded because of community leadership , involvement and action . Continuing to evolve with the landscape has also helped the Land Trust stay relevant as they plan for the future .
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