As farming intensifies to meet global demand, we face critical challenges related to soil health, water conservation, and wildlife habitat. Sand County Foundation is a national nonprofit conservation organization equipping farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners with conservation data and reliable examples to guide their ethical land management.
Our team of scientists works in partnership with landowners and land managers to conduct research and demonstrations of effective agricultural conservation techniques like cover cropping, managed livestock grazing, and pollinator habitat creation that can benefit the environment and the farm's bottom line.
Read More »We celebrate conservation achievement through the Leopold Conservation Award® which honors farmers, ranchers and forestland owners for their exceptional environmental stewardship. Their stories inspire other landowners across the nation to consider conservation opportunities on their land.
Read More »Our Land Ethic Mentorship Program connects historically-underserved farmers and ranchers nationwide with conservation mentors, events, and other resources.
Read More »Sand County Foundation needs your help to advance conservation-minded land management. We are grateful for your support.
Tour Wickens Salt Creek Ranch, the 2024 Montana Leopold Conservation Award recipient. This field day is for ranchers desiring to learn from others who are implementing innovative grazing and agricultural practices. Registration is $65 and includes a banquet breakfast and lunch. Transportation from Lewistown to Hilger is also provided.
Wagon Wheel Ranch will be presented with the 2025 Colorado Leopold Conservation Award at this event.
“Conservation can accomplish its objectives only when it springs from impelling conviction on the part of private landowners."
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