Flying Elk Conservation EasementProject Summary
The Flying Elk Conservation Easement is located along Rapid Creek in Bannock County, Idaho. The 282 acre conservation easement sits along Rapid Creek amid rolling agricultural fields, wooded hillsides, and aspen and maple groves that yield spectacular fall color displays — all providing critical habitat for foothill wildlife as well as scenic open space.
In late December 2009 Sagebrush Steppe Regional Land Trust accepted the donated conservation easement, which will protect the family property from development, and ensure conservation values are protected forever. Along with reducing subdivision and excessive development, the conservation easement also prohibits harmful activities such as grading, dumping, and mining, while allowing for the continued agricultural use, which has historically included farming and ranching.
The easement allows for the construction of a cabin and guest home on the property, but prohibits other subdivision and development. The property will remain in under the ownership of the landowners and will be managed to protect important riparian habitat along Rapid Creek.
Watershed: Portneuf River
Acreage: 282 acres of farm and ranch land, riparian habitat, and natural springs and vegetation
Project Goals:
- To protect wetland function, riparian condition, water quality, and fish and wildlife habitat through habitat restoration, enhancement and management;
- To maintain open space and scenic view
- To sustain priority natural resource features for the long-term through monitoring and adaptive management
Public Access: No, easement is held under private ownership
Project Partners
Sagebrush Steppe Regional Land Trust and landowners.
