The Gunnison Ranchland Conservation Legacy (GRCL) was established in 1996 to "create a legacy for future generations by preserving ranching and conserving ranchlands in the Gunnison Country." This scenic Colorado mountain valley, home of Crested Butte Mountain Resort and the Black Canyon National Park, is experiencing tremendous growth. The non-profit GRCL is working to ensure that productive agricultural lands can remain a part of our changing community.
Acting on behalf of landowners in conjunction with established land trusts, the GRCL facilitates the placement of conservation easements on agricultural lands. Ranch families benefit by knowing their land is available for agriculture forever. Additionally, their land is significantly reduced in value for estate tax purposes. The permanent protection of large expanses of hay meadows, riparian areas, and sage uplands also benefits the wildlife that depends on these undeveloped spaces. Local residents and visitors benefit from the assurance that these beautiful agricultural open spaces will never be developed. As of December 31, 2007, 15,794 acres have been protected through the GRCL’s efforts.
| Contact Information For more information about the GRCL, or to make a donation, please contact: Lucy Goehl, Executive Director
307 N. Main, Suite 2A Gunnison, CO 81230 970.641.4386, voice 970.641.4685, fax info@gunnisonlegacy.org |
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Finally Spring! …. An Update from the Executive Director Thank you to all the donors, granting agencies, board members, and ranch owners who are vital to Gunnison Ranchland Conservation Legacy’s continuing success! Since our inception in 1996, we have protected 16,214 acres of productive, scenic ranchlands for 25 families. In the next few weeks, we expect to complete another easement covering 300 acres. Watch for details at the end of May. We are also working on raising additional funding to complete two more easements by the end of the year. We continue to make progress toward our goal of protecting 30,000 acres of ranchlands in the Gunnison-Crested Butte area. Thank you for your help with our mission to preserve ranching and conserve ranchlands in the Gunnison Country. -Lucy Goehl, April 2009
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