Community Planning

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WHO WE ARE
Who We Are
Explore our public spaces and connect with nature. Fully accessible to everyone.
Our Story
Discover our journey, values, and the milestones that define who we are.
Mission & Vision
Learn about our core objectives and the future we aspire to create.
Our Team
Meet the dedicated individuals who drive our mission and bring our vision to life.
Board of Directors
Get to know the leaders guiding our organization with expertise and dedication.
PUBLIC ACCESS
Public Access Preserves
Explore our public spaces and connect with nature. Fully accessible to everyone.
North Valley (Ketchum Area)
Explore the scenic beauty and outdoor adventures of Ketchum’s mountainous landscape.
Mid Valley (Hailey Area)
Discover the rolling hills and vibrant community life in the heart of the Mid Valley.
South Valley (Bellevue Area & South)
Experience the open spaces and natural charm of Bellevue’s southern region.
Sawtooth Valley (Stanley Area)
Adventure into the rugged terrain and breathtaking peaks of the Sawtooth Valley.
All Public Access Preserves
View all our public access preserves here
RIVER
River Restoration
Explore our work in river restoration, education, and studies to enhance and protect vital waterways.
Restoration Projects
Revitalize rivers with our targeted restoration projects, enhancing ecological health.
River Education
Explore our programs that teach river stewardship and promote environmental awareness.
Studies & Assessments
Study our research on the Big Wood River to guide effective conservation efforts.
Monitoring Initiatives
Apply systematic methods to improve rivers through process-based restoration techniques.
LAND
Land Conservation
Learn about our preserves, conservation easements, and enhancement projects dedicated to protecting nature.
Conservation Easements
Discover how conservation easements protect land while preserving landowners' rights.
Enhancement Projects
Wood River Land Trust collaborates with diverse partners to enhance and restore landscapes for future generations.
Public Access Preserves
Explore our diverse preserves across the region, each offering unique landscapes and conservation opportunities.
Protect Your Land FAQs
Find answers on how you can protect your land, support conservation efforts, and get involved with our programs and initiatives.
COMMUNITY
Community Planning
Land use decisions affect the precious habitats and natural resources of the Wood River Valley, join us in community planning to protect and maintain the wild spaces and happy places of the special place we call home.
Projects
In addition to ongoing engagement with our partners in land use planning and zoning, each year the Land Trust selects several community planning projects to advance our conservation objectives. Check out what's on deck!
Learn
Familiarize yourself with the land use planning concepts, challenges and practices relevant to gateway and natural amenity regions like the Wood River Valley.
Citizen Science
Our citizen science programs enlist our community members to help gather scientific data used to improve our work.
Focus Areas
Community planning across the five focus areas-- habitat conservation, water availability, transportation mobility, community housing and livability-- builds capacity to steward a livable future for the people and our natural ecosystems in Blaine County.
GET INVOLVED
Get Involved
Explore ways to contribute, volunteer, and support our mission for positive impact.
Volunteer
Share your time and skills to support our mission and make a tangible impact.
Read Our Newsletter
Sign up to receive our monthly e-newsletters and stay updated on our latest projects.
Stay Connected
Sign up for updates and be the first to know about our latest news and projects.
Events
Join us for upcoming events and activities that support our cause and connect with others.
Join Our Team
Become part of our team and help us achieve our mission through collaboration and dedication.
WAYS TO GIVE
NEWS

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

Jul 262 min read

What is a Comprehensive Plan?

Comprehensive plans are “essential feature[s] of long-term planning for cities and counties all over the United States. ” In fact, the...

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What is a "gateway community"?

Jul 262 min read

What is a "gateway community"?

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, environmental planning researchers began to study the challenges experienced by small cities and...

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Revamp: Transfer of Development Rights Program

May 222 min read

Revamp: Transfer of Development Rights Program

One tool that Blaine County leverages to manage its growth is a transfer of development rights (TDR) program.

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What is "community planning"?

May 91 min read

What is "community planning"?

Community planning welcomes everyone to participate in the land use decisions, projects, and programs that shape where they live. The...

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Revamp: Trout Friendly Yard Certification

May 61 min read

Revamp: Trout Friendly Yard Certification

We are excited to announce that we are revamping the Trout Friendly Yard Certification with new criteria, to be launched in Spring 2025....

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Nexus Study: New Development, Employee Generation & Demand for Community Housing

May 64 min read

Nexus Study: New Development, Employee Generation & Demand for Community Housing

Across all jurisdictions, new market-rate residential development generates the need for more locally affordable housing than it creates....

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2024 Wildlife Vehicle Collision Subcommittee

May 66 min read

2024 Wildlife Vehicle Collision Subcommittee

The Wood River Valley community cherishes the beautiful and abundant wildlife of its surrounding mountains and watersheds. The valley...

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