From One Generation to the Next – Centennial Ranch
A new generation of stewardship and conservation has begun on the first property conserved with CCALT.
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Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust celebrates its 30th anniversary of service in 2025
CCALT celebrates a 30th anniversary mission that benefits generations.
A Legacy of Conservation: Honoring Aldo Leopold’s Land Ethic and 30 Years of CCALT’s Mission
November 6, 2024 By: Erik Glenn and Rick Knight As we mark the 75th anniversary of Aldo Leopold’s A Sand…
The FAMILY Legacy Lives On
Families in Northwest Colorado have made multigenerational commitments to care for the land as conservation easement stewards.
The WILDLIFE Inspires Us
Northwest Colorado’s ranching community is vital to the conservation of big game and other wildlife species.
The WATER Sustains Us
CCALT conservation partnerships support tributaries and creeks that feed into important rivers that sustain agriculture, communities, and wildlife in Northwest Colorado
Closely Connected to Saguache Creek
Jocelyn Catterson reflects on her first monitoring season witnessing that connection between agriculture and conservation.
The LAND Connects Us
The first of a four-part monthly series that highlights the 5th Anniversary of the Yampa Valley Conservation Partnership as a continuation and extension of conservation partnerships this region has built over the last 30 years.
Buying Property in Colorado? Consider A Conservation Easement.
Contributing author Ken Mirr provides insight about placing conservation easements on a Colorado property from a real estate perspective.
Where the Elk, Deer, and Antelope Play
The Emery-Wilhem Family Agricultural Resiliency Fund supports a new fencing project on Howe Ranch.
Water, Water, Everywhere
The Emery-Wilhem Family Agricultural Resiliency Fund supports new headgates installation on the Greene Ranch.
Maggie Hanna’s Personal TOP-10 at CCALT
Maggie Hanna shares her favorite memories at CCALT.
Maggie Hanna Tribute
After a decade with CCALT, Maggie Hanna will find new horizons.
Seeing The Need: Saguache Creek and the San Luis Valley
How CCALT’s Agricultural Resiliency Fund can support landowner projects in the San Luis Valley
Biking and Private Lands Coexist in NW Colorado
Summer biking events in Northwest Colorado offer public opportunities to ride past many conserved properties and landscapes.
My One True Home
“This is the most beautiful place on Earth. There are many such places. Every man, every woman, carries in heart…
Season of Gratitude
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, the CCALT team shares what we are thankful for this year. Happy Thanksgiving from our…
D2 Ranch Feature
D2 Ranch: Steamboat Cattle Company “If we lose all the land, all we are going to be left with is…
State of the Land Trust, 2021 in Review
2021 was a successful year for the Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT) in delivering on its charge to keep…
“Throw your hat across the creek,” committed and focused on the future
The Gates Family Foundation (GFF) has demonstrated what it means to be committed to Colorado. With a generational history in…
CCALT To Assist Farmers & Ranchers in Navigating the Succession Planning Process During Free Workshop in Steamboat Springs, June 25
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Darryl Seibel, Darryl@ccalt.org , 720-557-8266 June 3, 2025 LAKEWOOD, Colo. — With an estimated 300…
Fritzler ranch adds to the growing connectivity of conserved lands in the white river valley
The Fritzler family joins other local families in the conservation and stewardship of working lands. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact:…
One family’s conservation legacy in Southeast Colorado expands with Tim and Pam Williams’ Home Place Ranch
The Williams family adds a link to their network of conserved lands that supports livestock operations and wildlife habitat. FOR…
Landmark ranch conserved by Pappas family for community and wildlife
Margaret (Sparky) and Rocky Pappas conserve Nine Mile Ranch lands that support ranching and outfitting in Rio Blanco County. FOR…
2025 National Western Stock Show Cocktail Supper
It is the last year we held our annual CCALT National Western Stock Show (NWSS) Cocktail Supper in the historic…
CCALT welcomes two new members to its conservation team
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Karina Puikkonen, karina@ccalt.org, 720.557.8277 January 9, 2024 LAKEWOOD, Colo. – The Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust (CCALT)…
Hank’s Creek Conservation Easement exemplifies land stewardship across landscapes and generations
Northeast Colorado ranching family expands their conservation commitment to the Uncompahgre Plateau. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Karina Puikkonen, karina@ccalt.org, 720.557.8277 January…
The Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust expands its conservation services to aid agricultural land succession and transfer
The Colorado Cattlemen’s Agricultural Land Trust joined the national Land Transfer Navigators Program to assist producers with generational transition. FOR…