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Sharing The Land A conservation cooperators network. Connecting landowners with hunters and private land access seekers.

We recently sent out survey to our currently enrolled Landowners in Sharing the Land- it’s really just a check-in on how...
09/02/2026

We recently sent out survey to our currently enrolled Landowners in Sharing the Land- it’s really just a check-in on how things are going, whether you’ve connected with an Access Seekers and anything else on your mind. If it didn’t make it to your inbox, no worries, reach out to us directly. Comment below, send us an email, or click the link in our bio and we’ll get you taken care of.

Here’s why we’re asking: we’re building a better system to track connections, time spent, and projects completed across our network. Now that we’re officially a nonprofit this year, even this kind of basic information can go a long way toward strengthening our grant and sponsorship opportunities- which means more support for work in conservation long term.

And if you’re not an enrolled landowner with us yet, but you’ve been curious what Sharing the Land is all about, we’d love to hear from you too. Reach out anytime!

Thank you for being part of this journey with us!

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Sharing the Land isn’t just about hunting access. It’s about creating more opportunities for people to connect with priv...
08/31/2026

Sharing the Land isn’t just about hunting access. It’s about creating more opportunities for people to connect with private land in all kinds of ways- through foraging, birding, fishing, hiking, and more.

Haley and her family recently visited their cooperating farm and spent some time gathering goldenrod flowers to make an oxymel, a traditional herbal preparation. While they were there, they also helped remove invasive purple loosestrife before it could go to seed and spread.

To us, this is what Sharing the Land is all about: building relationships with landowners, learning about the land, enjoying what it provides, and giving something back in return.

Access looks different for everyone, and we want Sharing the Land to help create more of those meaningful connections between people and private land.

Access starts here.Every one of these signs represents something bigger than a property line.It marks a place where a la...
08/11/2026

Access starts here.

Every one of these signs represents something bigger than a property line.

It marks a place where a landowner has chosen to create opportunity through trust, stewardship, and a shared commitment to conservation. These signs are placed on the properties of our active Cooperating Landowners who are currently partnered with an Access Seeker, symbolizing a relationship built on respect and a desire to care for the land together.

At Sharing the Land, we believe access isn’t something that is simply given, it’s something that’s earned, nurtured, and shared. Every sign is a reminder that when people work together, we can open more doors to hunting, fishing, foraging, hiking and wildlife watching that create meaningful experiences on private land.

We love seeing these signs go up because each one represents another place where conservation and access are working hand in hand.

Here’s to opening more gates, building more relationships, and creating more opportunities to experience nature.

We’re excited to welcome Conservation First Bank as a sponsor of Sharing the Land! At Sharing the Land, we believe lasti...
07/31/2026

We’re excited to welcome Conservation First Bank as a sponsor of Sharing the Land!

At Sharing the Land, we believe lasting conservation is built through relationships- with each other and the land. That’s why we’re excited to partner with Conservation First Bank, a bank that believes in investing in communities, conservation, and the people who make both possible.

First Conservation Bank is committed to supporting the people, businesses, and communities they serve through trusted relationships, stewardship, and long-term investment. Those values align perfectly with our mission of connecting landowners and conservation-minded access seekers through meaningful work-for-access partnerships.

We’re grateful for First Conservation Bank’s support and belief in our mission. Please join us in welcoming them to the Sharing the Land family! Give them a follow, and if you’re looking for a bank that shares your values, give them a call and have a conversation with them!

This is one of the busiest times of year for our landowners. Many are actively reaching out to access seekers to find he...
07/11/2026

This is one of the busiest times of year for our landowners. Many are actively reaching out to access seekers to find help with habitat improvement projects, invasive species control, trail maintenance, and other stewardship work.

Recently, we’ve received several messages from landowners who have not received responses after reaching out to access seekers. We know life gets busy, but we ask that you please remember one of the core values of Sharing the Land is that relationships matter.

If a landowner contacts you and you’re unable to help, no longer interested, or simply don’t feel it’s the right fit, please take a moment to respond. A quick, courteous reply goes a long way and shows respect for the landowner’s time and willingness to open their property to others. Building trust is what makes this community work.

We also encourage all access seekers to regularly update and strengthen their Conservation Resume- just as you would a professional resume. Add new skills, volunteer experiences, certifications, conservation projects, and outdoor interests. The more complete your resume, the better a landowner can determine whether you’re the right fit for their property and conservation goals.

Updating your resume is easy! Simply visit our website, log into your account through the Community Login page, and update your Conservation Resume whenever you gain new skills, experiences, or interests.

Thank you for helping us build a community rooted in respect, stewardship, and meaningful relationships.

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Did you know Sharing the Land is inspired by the Riley Game Cooperative model, created in 1931 by conservationist Aldo L...
06/03/2026

Did you know Sharing the Land is inspired by the Riley Game Cooperative model, created in 1931 by conservationist Aldo Leopold? Leopold believed conservation worked best when landowners and community members came together cooperatively to care for the land, wildlife, and habitat—an idea that helped shape the foundation of modern conservation and continues to guide the Sharing the Land model today.

Recently, we had the honor of gathering at Leopold’s historic property, now home to the Aldo Leopold Foundation, alongside friends and our partners. We spent a May morning touring the land, visiting the legendary Shack, and helping with restoration work around some of the very pine trees Aldo and his family planted decades ago.

There was something special about spending a morning caring for the same landscape that inspired generations of conservationists. The work itself was simple, but the significance of the place was impossible to ignore. Surrounded by the prairie, the pines, and the Shack where A Sand County Almanac was written, it served as a powerful reminder that conservation is not a destination—it is an ongoing responsibility passed from one generation to the next.

The history rooted in this land and Shack is powerful and inspirational, but what resonates most is that Leopold’s vision is still alive today. The prairie continues to grow, the trees continue to mature, and people continue to come together in service of the land. It is a reminder that conservation is never finished—it is a responsibility each generation inherits and passes on. Or, as Doug Duren says, “It’s Not Ours, It’s Just Our Turn.”

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Big things have been happening behind the scenes… and today we’re finally ready to share it.Sharing the Land is official...
02/05/2026

Big things have been happening behind the scenes… and today we’re finally ready to share it.

Sharing the Land is officially a 501(c)(3) nonprofit!

For those who have noticed we’ve been a little quieter on social lately- just know this: quiet doesn’t mean gone. It means working. It means building. It means laying a foundation that lasts.

Over the past months we’ve been strengthening the initiative from the inside out- formalizing our structure, building partnerships, and doubling down on what matters most: creating more private land access through conservation and cooperation.

This next chapter allows us to expand our impact- connecting landowners and access seekers, supporting meaningful habitat work, and investing in long-term conservation solutions that benefit land, wildlife, and community.

And here’s what matters most: we didn’t get here alone.

To every landowner who said yes.
To every access seeker who showed up ready to work.
To every partner, sponsor, volunteer, and friend who believed in this idea early on — thank you. Your support, encouragement, and trust are what made this possible.

If you’ve shared our posts, told a friend, opened a gate, written a check, attended an event, or simply cheered us on YOU are part of this foundation.

We believe access builds stewards.
We believe cooperation builds trust.
And we believe conservation happens best when we work together.

This is just the beginning.
We’re here. We’re growing. And with your continued support, we can continue to grow the Sharing the Land initiative!

Several of the First Round Doe Derby Winners picked up their prizes Saturday.We have over 300 entries! Darren picked up ...
01/05/2026

Several of the First Round Doe Derby Winners picked up their prizes Saturday.
We have over 300 entries!
Darren picked up the blind for his brother in law and Morgan picked up hers and her brothers.
Still a couple to pick up
We’ll be drawing the final round this week!
Thank you to our sponsors! .outdoors

Matt Murphy congratulations on winning this Honcho 80 Case and OnX and Troutroutes subscriptions! Will be reaching out,...
12/19/2025

Matt Murphy congratulations on winning this Honcho 80 Case and OnX and Troutroutes subscriptions!
Will be reaching out, but please contact us if you see this post !

Brianna Stearns congrats on winning this Trail camera and and subscription package! Reach out if you see this post an...
12/19/2025

Brianna Stearns congrats on winning this Trail camera and and subscription package! Reach out if you see this post and we will be contacting you to make arrangements for you to pick it up!

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