Blue Mountain Land Trust (BMLT) is taking bold action to secure the future of Hayshaker Farm, a 11.53-acre farm and regional food hub on the edge of College Place, WA. With development rapidly encroaching and the current landowner prepared to sell, this property, farmed since the early 1900s, was at risk of being lost to residential development. BMLT stepped up to purchase the property, keeping the land in agriculture and accessible to the farming community. Hayshaker Farm is the second property BMLT owns, the first located in Washington, and a major step to protect local food systems.

BMLT is excited to introduce five great additions to the Blue Mountain Land Trust board of directors and advisors. Plus, our summer stewardship intern!

Blue Mountain Land Trust is deeply grateful to everyone who made Celebrate the Blues an unforgettable evening! Together, we raised funds to support our work at this sold-out event with 150 attendees. These funds will directly support our work to protect the lands and waters of the Blue Mountain region for people, wildlife, and agriculture.

Blue Mountain Land Trust is excited to announce the return of Learning on the Land, a series of guided outdoor events designed to deepen our connection to the land and one another. This community-centered program offers a range of hands-on experiences in ecology, restoration, and recreation, led by regional naturalists and partner organizations.

As farmland disappears across the Pacific Northwest, protecting agricultural land has never been more urgent. Blue Mountain Land Trust (BMLT) is excited to announce the permanent protection of Welcome Table Farm, a 24.62-acre diversified vegetable farm located on the south side of Walla Walla. Through a conservation easement, this protection ensures that the land will remain in agricultural production while safeguarding critical fish and wildlife habitat along Yellowhawk Creek.

The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Blue Mountain Land Trust is pleased to announce it is applying for renewal of accreditation. A public comment period is now open.

The project site is upstream from its convergence with the Umatilla River and is a 60.5-acre parcel, including half a mile of Birch Creek. Located on private property, the site will be under a non-development and restoration easement on 943 acres, including water rights to be left instream in perpetuity among the landowner, Blue Mountain Land Trust and Bonneville Power Administration.

Through the dedicated efforts of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR), fish populations now have a better chance at recovery in one of the most productive steelhead tributaries in the region.

Blue Mountain Land Trust (BMLT) is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors. As a member of our Board, you will play a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction of BMLT and ensuring the long-term protection of the landscapes, wildlife, and communities of southeast Washington and Eastern Oregon.

Join us on Saturday, April 19, 2025, for Celebrate the Blues, an inspiring evening of community, conservation, and regional food at Abeja Winery, home to BMLT’s first conservation easement on Titus Creek.

With your support, BMLT protects over 23,327 acres of farms, ranches, and fish and wildlife habitats across the Blue Mountain region.

BMLT Blues Crew, Greater Hells Canyon Council, and the Northwest Youth Corps, worked together to repair and improve sections of Umatilla River trail, ensuring it remains accessible to the community.

Forest restoration isn't just about trees — it's a game changer for bird and wildlife populations.

How do you protect vital plant species during restoration? BMLT's latest project at Phipps Meadow aims to find out. 

BMLT is excited to introduce four great additions to the Blue Mountain Land Trust team: Andrew Addessi, Emma Erickson, Marcus Frey, and Craig Piefer.

During Earth Month, we take time to reflect on our connection with the outdoor world and rally for a better future together.

Media Mention: Bennett Family protects sage-grouse habitat with agricultural land easements.

Blue Mountain Land Trust finds new home at Kindling Coworking in downtown Walla Walla, WA

BMLT Blues Crew volunteers transformed Horseshoe Prairie into a cross-country skiing and snowshoeing destination, including construction of a new warming hut.