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South Fork Snake River Partnership to Receive National State Wildlife Action Plan Partnership Award

One of Idaho’s most valuable wild places has a secure future thanks to a nationally EagleRockfrCWork2recognized conservation partnership. In 1985, a collaboration of state and federal agencies, as well as several conservation organizations, recognized the South Fork of the Snake River east of Idaho Falls as a haven for Yellowstone cutthroat trout, bald eagle, deer, elk, moose, and over 120 bird species.

On February 29th, in Washington, DC, the Idaho Department of Fish and Game along with the Bureau of Land Management, Teton Regional Land Trust, The Conservation Fund, and The Nature Conservancy will receive a national award recognizing the partnership for its exceptional conservation efforts along the South Fork of the Snake River.

Teton Regional Land Trust Executive Director Chet Work will travel to DC to accept the award on behalf of the partnership.  

The partnership began nearly 30 years ago when private landowners along the canyon of the South Fork recognized the scenic and wildlife values of the river and desired to keep the area in its undeveloped state.

A partnership formed among landowners, agencies, and organizations has already resulted in the conservation of more than 20,000 acres benefiting wildlife enthusiasts, both today and for generations to come.

 

The South Fork Snake River Partnership is one of the most successful conservation partnerships in the nation. Its efforts have reduced the potential for development along the South Fork of the Snake River, allowing wildlife to thrive. The partnership continues to work with willing landowners to permanently protect farm and ranch lands and wildlife habitat.

“The success of this partnership along the South Fork is a source of pride for all the organizations and agencies involved. Most of the credit goes to the landowners who have chosen to preserve the scenic and habitat qualities of their property,” said Idaho Department of Fish and Game Regional Supervisor Steve Schmidt.

 The South Fork Snake River Partnership will be honored at the Congressional Champions of Wildlife reception, held in conjunction with the Teaming with Wildlife event in Washington, DC. This event is the primary opportunity to inform Congress about the importance of federal funding for State Wildlife Action Plan implementation through the State and Tribal Wildlife Grants Program.