COCEWL Discussion Series
ZoomPlease join the Colorado Coalition to Enhance Working Lands to: Build important connections with other working land folks Broaden and deepen your understanding of pertinent topics Collaborate more effectively in our work toward healthier landscapes in Colorado. Third Thursdays beginning in September 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. on Zoom September 21 - What resources and gaps…
2023 Annual Water Seminar
CMU Meyer Ballroom 1455 N 12th St, Grand Junction, CO, United StatesWanted: Durable Solutions on the Colorado River The Colorado River District presents its Annual Water Seminar at Colorado Mesa University's Meyer Ballroom. Keynote speakers include Colorado River District general manager Andy Mueller, Senator Michael Bennet, and journalist and author of Downriver, Heather Hansmann. Register for in-person or virtual attendance. In-person registration includes breakfast, box lunch…
Exploring Options for a Brucellosis Compensation Fund
Buffalo Bill Center of the West Cody, United StatesIn partnership with the East Yellowstone Collaborative, WLA will host a landowner listening session with PERC (Property and Enviroment Research Center) leaders Brian Yablonski and Travis Brammer, to understand producer needs and concerns around brucellosis in Park County. PERC will present on work they are currently doing with ranchers in Montana's Paradise Valley around a "Brucellosis…
Reviewing Agricultural Water Users’ Preferences for Addressing Water Shortages in the Colorado River Basin
Join co-authors Drew Bennett and Hallie Mahowald, as well as other water experts, for presentation of the findings of our survey of Agricultural Water Users in the Colorado River Basin. Read the Report: Agricultural Water Users’ Preferences for Addressing Water Shortages in the Colorado River Basin Watch the webinar on demand if you miss the live…
Private Lands Partners Day 2023
Join us at the Private Lands Partners Day as it celebrates its 15th anniversary at the Blackfoot watershed, known for its intact ecosystem with diverse habitats supporting various species. The Blackfoot River runs for 132 miles and supports agriculture, forestry, and recreational activities. The Blackfoot Challenge has been leading collaborative conservation efforts for 30 years.…
The New Era of Conservation: What Working Landscapes Bring to the Table
The Community Library in Ketchum, Idaho 415 Spruce Ave, Ketchum, ID, United StatesWestern Landowners Alliance presented this panel discussion on the New Era of Conservation in partnership with the Trailing of the Sheep Festival. The conversation focused on the importance of both private and public lands, the critical role of agriculture in conservation, and obstacles that landowners face in stewarding these landscapes. The panel will also discuss…
Trailing of the Sheep Festival
The Argyros Performing Arts Center 120 Main Street, Ketchum, United StatesJoin the 27th annual festival To gather, celebrate, present, and preserve the history and cultures of sheepherding in Idaho and the West. https://youtu.be/CwlilGi6k7s Western Landowners Alliance is proud to be a sponsor of Trailing of the Sheep and present a partner event on October 3rd at the Ketchum Library. Hope to see you there!
Quarterly webinar: Soil Sponge and Ecological Function
Mark your calendar for this fall’s webinar to be presented by Tip Hudson: The Art of Range Podcast, Wednesday, October 5th at 3 p.m. PST/ 4 p.m. MST Zoom link Tip Hudson is an Associate Professor at Washington State University Extension and host of The Art of Range Podcast. He specializes in rangeland and livestock…
Sustainable Ranching Workshop
Southwest Montana Sagebrush Partnership is hosting a workshop sharing ideas to increase the sustainability of ranching, rangelands, open spaces and culture. October 11th: Regenerative Grazing - Morning Session Speaker and panel discussion on innovative grazing practices to restore and rejuvenate our rangelands. Woodland Expansion & Vegetation Management - Afternoon Session Using Fire and other active…
2023 Symposium on Conservation Impact
CSU Spur Campus 4777 National Western Drive, Denver, CO, United States5th Annual International Symposium The Symposium will bring together diverse thought leaders from across North America to share their insights on how to move beyond individual projects to lasting systemic change that will drive a nature-positive future. Attendees will learn about high-level challenges and opportunities that we all face in trying to solve these environmental…