Grants
Prickly Pear Land Trust is a trusted partner for foundations, corporations, and local, state, and federal government. We collaborate with many partners to meet the needs of our growing community.
BIG LAND. BIG SKY. BIG IMPACT.
In the last five years, Prickly Pear Land Trust permanently protected
15,840 acres, created two community parks, signed three trail easements, and grew a transformative outdoor education program.
Read all about it in our 2024-2024 Impact Report.
2020 - 2024 MILESTONES
PROGRAMS
We’re creating a healthy future for all Montanans by protecting the places where we work, play, and learn.
Land Protection
Land protection agreements permanently protect private land from development so that future generations can benefit from working lands, wildlife habitat, and clean water. PPLT works in Lewis & Clark, Powell, Jefferson, and Broadwater counties and nearby areas.
Public Access
Public access to the outdoors is the heart of our work. Prickly Pear Land Trust has built more than 80 miles of trails in Helena’s South Hills, protected and added almost 700 acres to Mount Ascension Park and Mount Helena City Park, and created three new parks – Tenmile Creek, Grove, and Prickly Pear Park.
Life-long Learning
Our education program reaches thousands of students and community members annually, inspiring curiosity, joy, and a commitment to conservation and stewardship. Hands-on environmental education improves academic performance and attendance and turns today’s students into tomorrow’s advocates for land and water.
Press Releases
PPLT in the News
Volunteers Chop Wood for Neighbors in Need
- October 24, 2024
- KTVH
Greenways and Multiuse Trails Create Paths for People
- June 13, 2024
- Saving Land Magazine
Nearly 1,500 acres in Birdseye area acquired by Prickly Pear Land Trust
- July 3, 2024
- KTVH Helena
