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Connecting
wild spaces +
creating
happy places
15
MILES OF BIG WOOD RIVER
& TRIBUTARIES RESTORED
30,908
ACRES PROTECTED FOREVER
20
PUBLIC PRESERVES ESTABLISHED
Current Projects
The Wood River Land Trust is moving to protect nearly 10 acres of riverside habitat along the Hailey Greenway. We acknowledge that the integrated community housing plan has sparked a lot of discussion, and we are here to provide clarity as the project evolves.
The Wood River Land Trust and the City of Bellevue seek to acquire a 0.55-acre parcel to secure a permanent entrance at the south end of the Howard Preserve.
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Join Us At One of Our Upcoming Events
Bird Monitoring - eBird TrainingThu, Apr 30Online Training
Fly Fishing Film FestivalSat, May 02Liberty Theater
Birding 101Wed, May 13Draper Preserve Pavilion
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Rivers don’t work in a straight line — and neither do we.
The Side Channel exists as a space for deeper reflection on the Wood River Land Trust’s river program. It’s where we explore the science, stories, and values that shape habitat restoration, fishery health, and community benefit in the Wood River Valley and beyond. Like side channels in a river, this blog runs alongside our on-the-ground work. It’s a place to slow down, ask deeper questions, and share what we’re learning as we monitor, restore, and prioritize river habitats.
This space is for anyone who cares about the future of the fishery and the river corridor — and who understands that meaningful restoration takes time, curiosity, and a willingness to look beyond what we’ve always known.
Welcome to the Side Channel.
Preserving Our Valley's Legacy
For 31 years, the Wood River Land Trust has been powered by people like you—passionate community members who care deeply about preserving the Valley’s wild places. Thanks to your support, we've protected nearly 30,908 acres, created 20 public access preserves, and restored over 15 miles of the Big Wood River and its tributaries. These efforts have given us cherished spaces like the Hailey Greenway, Boxcar Bend, Howard Preserve, and Warm Springs Preserve—where we can all explore, recharge, and connect with nature. As our Valley grows and environmental pressures increase, we’re committed to protecting more places you love. Together, we’ll protect even more vital habitats for plants and animals, restore more river miles for trout and wildlife, and keep the Valley a vibrant place to live, work, and play—today and for generations to come.
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