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County approves conservation easement on 2,416-acre Lone Pine Ranch to protect wildlife, water and views
Summary
The Larimer County Board approved acquisition of a conservation easement on the Lone Pine Livestock Ranch to protect 2,416 acres including Lone Pine Creek habitat, with a closing scheduled next week and county open-space funds contributing millions.
Larimer County commissioners on Jan. 28 approved acquisition of a conservation easement on the Lone Pine Livestock Ranch in the Livermore priority area, a 2,416-acre working ranch that county staff said will protect wildlife habitat, wetlands and scenic views.
Natural Resources staff said the conservation easement will preserve grazing and agricultural uses while protecting about a half-mile of Lone Pine Creek and associated riparian habitat that supports the Preble’s meadow jumping mouse, a species of conservation concern.…
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