Photo above by Karie Boone during the 2025 annual monitoring visit to Boars Nest Ranch, Idaho County. Each year, Payette Land Trust visits every property it helps protect through a conservation easement. Currently there are 21 properties! These visits are an...
Conservation Day 2025 is just around the corner (June 21), and we need your help to make it a success! Volunteers are the heart of this event. From serving food and beer to helping with cleanup, every role plays a part in creating a smooth experience. Plus, volunteers...
We’re excited to introduce a new way to connect with the land and each other through Payette Land Trust’s seasonal workshop series at Huffman Pasture! This hands-on program invites people of all ages and backgrounds to roll up their sleeves and get involved in...
Mark your calendar for the 5th annual Conservation Day BBQ! We invite you to join us on Saturday, June 21 for this free, family-friendly event, at the Ludwig Terrace, Ponderosa Center in McCall. The West Central Mountains of Idaho are home to a mix of conservation...
Payette Land Trust is excited to announce the conservation of a 45-acre agricultural property in Valley County, located just south of the City of McCall and visible from Highway 55. This conservation effort represents a crucial step in preserving the region's...
2025 SweetHEART Party & Auction Saturday, February 8 5:30-9:00pm Shore Lodge, McCall This event is the signature Valentine event in the McCall area, featuring a live auction, raffles, carving station, heavy hor d’oeuvres, chocolate and whiskey tasting. The event...
Payette Land Trust (PLT) is pleased to announce the completion of two agricultural conservation easements protecting 560 acres of farmland in Idaho County, near Cottonwood. The farmland, owned by the Uhlorn Family, offers spectacular views of the Camas prairie and...
In 2022, a unique project facilitated by Payette Land Trust was completed to protect 44 acres of North Fork Payette riverfront property from development. This summer, we spoke with Judy Secrist, a key leader in this project from the very beginning. Born and raised in...
Payette Land Trust invites Valley, Adams & Idaho County high school students to submit their artwork for the 2024/25 Conserving the Heart of Idaho Student Art Contest! WHAT YOU DO: Create a design in the medium of your choice to be placed on a 12-inch three...
PLT’s BIG HEART: A Star Attraction at the Huck Trot! Sharon Herther’s BIG HEART was the turnaround point at the Huck Trot, a 5km fun run from the Donnelly Public Library to Historic Roseberry and back. The Huck Trot, part of the annual Huckleberry Festival, serves as...