Sage grouse Initiative
During 2016, we created a series of Rancher Success Stories featuring ranchers from Nevada, Idaho, Oregon, and Utah for the Sage Grouse Initiative (now known as the Working Lands for Wildlife). From 2010 to 2015, this program enabled producers to conserve more than 5.6 million acres of prime sage grouse habitat.
Each profile included photography, interviews, writing, and videography.
Rockin’ TD Ranch Champions Conservation Practices in Nevada
Since purchasing the Rockin' TD Ranch in northern Nevada a decade ago, Tony and Diane Stobiecki have put in place multiple conservation projects in partnership with the Natural Resource Conservation Service-led Sage Grouse Initiative (SGI). These projects include developing better access to water on their property and opening up more habitat for wildlife, especially sage grouse. Read their story here.
Helmick Family Conserves Vital Habitat For Sage Grouse In Idaho
To this multi-generational family, conservation and ranching are one and the same. Learn how they’ve worked with SGI to increase carrying capacity and grass production for the benefit of both livestock and wildlife. Read their story.
Kennedy Ranch Conservation Improvements Benefit Both Livestock And Wildlife In Utah
In northeastern Utah, the Kennedy family’s land ethic and commitment to improving natural resources has led them to expand their ranch. Learn how SGI helped them install water delivery systems and adopt rotational grazing to improve agricultural operations. Read their story here.
Oregon Rancher Mike Greeley Enhances Mahogany Mountain For The Bird And The Herd
Rancher Mike Greeley uses conservation-minded management to sustain his working lands in eastern Oregon for wildlife and livestock. Read his story here.