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As Colorado celebrates its Sesquicentennial in 2026 – the 150th anniversary of becoming a state – CCALT, together with landowners from across Colorado, is also nearing a major milestone: Our First Million Acres of Conserved Working Lands. Thanks to the vision, commitment, and strong land ethic of farming and ranching families from across the Centennial State, CCALT is approximately 150,000 acres away from reaching this remarkable benchmark.
As we honor our landowners, partners, donors, and supporters, we invite our broader community to join us on the journey to reaching Our First Million Acres. Because of you, Colorado’s 150-year story is ours to celebrate, and its future is ours to write.
Please consider making a gift that will enable CCALT to conserve the next 150,000 acres and continue moving closer to the One Million Acre benchmark.
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ONE RANCH AT A TIME
Our Mission
CCALT partners with landowners to conserve and steward Colorado’s working landscapes and agricultural heritage for the benefit of all Coloradans.
Since 1995, The Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust has partnered with over 400 families to conserve more than 820,000 acres of Colorado ranch land. Learn more.
Our Vision
CCALT seeks to build a future where Colorado’s working lands, farm and ranch families, and rural communities thrive — ecologically, economically, and culturally.
Our Values
Commitment – We are devoted to serving agricultural families and conserving working landscapes.
Integrity – We act with honesty, accountability, and purpose.
Collaboration – We build strong partnerships across industries and communities to achieve durable conservation outcomes.
Innovation – We seek creative, practical solutions to challenges, balancing tradition with forward-thinking approaches.
conservation
matters
Colorado’s future depends on the land and the families who maintain it.
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stories
Each conserved ranch highlights a unique connection between family, nature, and agriculture.
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820k+
ACRES CONSERVED IN PERPETUITY
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FAMILIES PARTNERED WITH CCALT
FEATURED STORIES
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Dramatic changes sweeping across Colorado are putting our vital agricultural lands, wild open spaces and rugged natural beauty at risk. Preserving Colorado’s heritage starts with taking care of our land. Help us keep the Colorado way of life alive for future generations!
