Learn from Local Conservation Champions

Creating a Sanctuary for Wildlife and Their Habitat

When Marjorie first moved to Colorado in 1971, she found Colorado’s scenery breathtaking, and in 1978 settled in the area she now calls home. At that time, climate change and solar panels weren’t on many people’s radars. But after two decades of living in Colorado’s high country, Marjorie became well aware of the impacts development and a booming population could have on the environment.

In 2001 Marjorie partnered with Eagle Valley Land Trust to write a conservation easement. It offered Marjorie a way to protect her 67-acre property forever.

“We have saddened mother earth down to the core.

I’m just doing my little bit to save what I can.

— Marjorie Westermann

Marjorie’s property is a mix of wetlands and forests. Taylor Creek runs through the south side, and a large meadow has grown where Taylor City was once home to 200 people and featured a saloon and a school. When Marjorie first moved to the property, she scavenged her first plate and fork from the old Taylor City dump site.

On a recent hike with friends, Marjorie identified more than 61 wildflower species in just three hours. Bountiful treasures like these compelled Marjorie to secure a conservation easement to protect them. As climate change and development increasingly threaten this delicate ecosystem, Marjorie is doing everything she can to prevent their destruction.

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Meet EVLT's newest team member, Axel Lloyd!

Introducing Axel Lloyd, EVLT's new Associate Director of Philanthropy. Here is a little bit about Axel:

Axel moved to the Eagle River Valley in 2017, drawn by its magnetizing beauty and vast recreational opportunities. He met his future wife in this beautiful community and learned to ski, kayak, mountain bike and run along its accessible rivers and trails.

Axel loves connecting with the huge variety of community members that interact with the Eagle Valley Land Trust. He wakes up every morning excited that his small service to the organization allows future generations the opportunity to enjoy the richness and beauty of this special place we call home.

Questions? Want to chat about conservation? Drop him a line at Axel@evlt.org.

Want to learn more about the benefits of conserving your property?

A conservation easement is a win-win-win: The land you choose to protect in perpetuity will benefit you and future generations who live and work on it, the wildlife that has habitat on or moves across this land, and Coloradans who value knowing that the landscapes they love will be protected from development.

Should you choose to conserve your property with our help, you will be part of a unique community of people committed to ensuring Colorado stays beautiful, healthy and productive.

Interested in learning more about conservation options on your land? Email us at stewardship@evlt.org.

Photo by EagleValleyWild.org.

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Trust Our Land: What are your barriers to access?

If public land is all around us, why isn’t everyone in our community able to enjoy it? This is a question that the Eagle Valley Land Trust is often asked.

Looking at a map, it might seem like everyone in our community has the same access to public lands since they appear more or less evenly distributed. The White River National Forest, which expands both north and south of the I-70 corridor, is open to the public to enjoy. Plus, there are many public properties owned by Eagle County Open Space and local towns. So, what are the obstacles?

Well, accessing public land doesn’t happen in a vacuum. There are layers and complexities that reduce the ability of many in our community to access the benefits of nature that a map simply doesn’t display.

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What can 1% do?

Is your business, or a business you know of committed to protecting our wildlife, open spaces, and economy? Joining the 38 other Land & Rivers partner businesses is a great way to ensure the long term viability of our landscape and way of life. Plus, there are excellent marketing benefits that come along with it. Learn more and join the movement by contacting Sue@landandrivers.org.

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Eagle Valley Land Trust | Phone: (970) 748-7654 | Website: www.evlt.org

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