Conservation is about far more than protecting land, and few people understand that better than Justin Spring, Vice President and Colorado & Southwest Regional Director for The Conservation Fund. Justin joins us this week to discuss how conservation projects come together, the challenges landowners face, and why innovative partnerships are becoming increasingly important across the West.

We also take a closer look at Tolland Ranch, a recent conservation success story that involved The Conservation Fund, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and Mirr Ranch Group. Justin shares stories from the field, explains how his team helps bridge the gap between landowners and public agencies, and offers insight into where conservation, public access, wildlife habitat, and water resources are headed in Colorado and beyond.

Topics

[0:00] Introduction and Meet Justin Spring

[4:05] How Conservation Projects Are Identified and Prioritized

[8:34] Why The Conservation Fund Exists

[10:56] Favorite Projects and Success Stories

[15:30] The Tolland Ranch Project Comes Together

[22:18] The Future of Conservation in Colorado

[26:50] Federal Challenges

[29:45] How The Conservation Fund Values Ranch Properties

[35:45] Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

Links

About Justin

The Conservation Fund

Tolland Ranch

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