GVLT Board Member Bill Cochran has been passionate about building a community bike park that could serve all ages and abilities since the idea was born 13 years ago. Read his Bozeman Daily Chronicle Guest Column to learn why he is so excited to see this dream become a reality.

GVLT Executive Director Chet Work was asked whether he remained optimistic about the future of land conservation work, and his answer was a quick and resounding, “yes!” Read his guest column to learn how Americans’ — and Montanans’ in particular — shared value of open lands fuels this optimism.

The Rieschel family partnered with GVLT to voluntarily establish a conservation easement, ensuring their scenic and productive land in the East Gallatin River corridor will remain forever open and available for agriculture.

Amid Bozeman's rapid changes, GVLT fosters unity through conservation easements, preserving nature, wildlife corridors, and agricultural lands for future generations.

GVLT has partnered with Rob Forstenzer to conserve his 546-acre Ferry Creek Ranch in Park County northeast of Livingston.

Amaltheia Organic Dairy received preliminary approval to use more than $550,000 in taxpayer dollars to help purchase its leased acreage in exchange for placing the farm into a conservation easement to preserve it in perpetuity.

All eyes are on us, the West is watching what we do, and maybe more importantly, what we don’t do. What will the headlines say about what happened to paradise and the people who had the chance to save it?

Outdoor enthusiasts can now explore the expanded Painted Hills and Highland Glen trail system southeast of Bozeman, featuring 1.5 miles of new trails and a 10-car parking lot.

Over 2,200 acres of farmland near Gallatin Gateway will remain protected from development after the Kamps family finalized a conservation easement with GVLT.

Bumblewood Thicket Fairy Village blends art and nature, welcoming thousands to Bozeman trails with whimsical creations, inspiring joy and connection.

Nearly 1,600 acres of farmland between Three Forks and Manhattan will remain undeveloped.

The Gallatin Valley Land Trust hit its goal of 90,000 miles and then some during the 9th Annual Summer Trails Challenge, with trail-goers logging 97,408 miles.

Discover the heartwarming journey of Give Big Gallatin Valley, uniting neighbors for a decade of generosity, empowerment, and community resilience.

Discover the legacy of Gallatin Valley Land Trust, preserving Montana's beauty for over 30 years. Explore partnerships, projects, and community impact.

That answer may be different for just about everyone, but no matter how we look at it, everyone has the right to live in a community where people can thrive, grow, and live healthy lives.

We are optimistic the future of this valley can include large blocks of protected open space, wildlife habitat, farm and ranch land, and healthy rivers—AND a walkable, livable urban core for our growing community.

Land conservation does not end with the establishment of a conservation easement; it is just the beginning of a long-term partnership between a landowner and GVLT, and a perpetual effort to maintain each property for its conservation values.

Nearly a decade ago, GVLT and Haven collaborated on a project that came to fruition earlier this month, one which promises to make our community better.

Arthur Blank established a conservation easement on his 8,800-acre Paradise Valley Ranch in partnership with the Gallatin Valley Land Trust.

Simply put, a conservation easement is a tool that helps Montana farm and ranch lands stay farm and ranch lands.