Open Spaces

The goals of this exhibition are to develop an awareness of the importance of land trusts and how they work to conserve biodiversity by protecting and connecting habitat on private and public lands in southeastern Idaho for generations to come. The exhibition was created by the Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust, who work with willing landowners in Southeast Idaho to conserve private land.  The land trust's mission is to protect, connect, and enhance wildlife habitat, working lands, and community spaces in Southeast Idaho, now and for future generations. 

The Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust is a place-based community organization comprised of citizens, landowners, businesses and corporations who are committed to protecting the unique qualities that make Southeast Idaho such a special place. They recognize that one way of maintaining the wildlife habitat and heritage of Southeast Idaho is by protecting the privately-owned land that holds this landscape together. Private lands not only lie at the heart of our farming and ranching heritage, but also harbor critical streams and rivers that are the lifeblood of our vibrant fish and wildlife populations.

Founded in 2004, the Sagebrush Steppe Land Trust is located in Pocatello, Idaho and serves seven counties: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida and Power. Within our nearly 6-million-acre service area, approximately 50% of land is owned by state, federal, or tribal entities, while the remaining 50% is in private ownership.