News

Stay up-to-date with what we’re doing at Inland Northwest Land Conservancy. From creature features to new conservation easements, the latest is all here.

January 23, 2026

Upcoming Events – From Local Trails to Antarctic Tales

With 2026 settling in, it’s a perfect time to explore new places, learn something new, and meet others who love the outdoors. Take a look at what’s coming up. We hope to see you at an upcoming event!

January 16, 2026

Meet Our Board

We’re excited to share that four new members have joined Inland Northwest Land Conservancy’s Board of Directors, each bringing a deep love for the lands and waters of our region. We’re also taking a moment to appreciate four outgoing board members whose dedication has helped strengthen conservation across the Inland

January 9, 2026

Words, Art, Land

Neither Wes Hanson nor Gertie (Carder) Gosselin knew how to play tennis. But when she appeared at his dorm room door looking for his roommate, she spotted a canister of tennis balls. Wes didn’t tell her it was full of coins. When she asked if he’d like to play sometime,

January 2, 2026

Five Ways You Helped Nature Thrive in 2025

As the year comes to a close, we’re feeling grateful for all the ways our community showed up for the lands and waters of the Inland Northwest. Every acre protected, native tree planted, and every volunteer hour makes an impact. Together, we moved important conservation projects forward, cared for the

December 26, 2025

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival Jan 9-11

You are invited to join us for the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour, which is returning to Spokane for three nights to celebrate world-class adventure films, inspiring stories, and a community that loves the outdoors as much as we do. Proceeds from the Saturday VIP Event will be

December 19, 2025

Someplace to Belong to – a Musical Tribute to Our Lands and Waters

By Maria Vandervert, Communications & Engagement Director Today, musicians Olivia Brownlee and Michael Kropf released Someplace to Belong to, a collaborative work created on behalf of Inland Northwest Land Conservancy. At the Conservancy, creativity helps us communicate complex ideas, inspire connection, and explore innovative approaches to protecting the lands we

December 12, 2025

The Nature of Belonging

What does it mean to feel truly at home in the Inland Northwest? For many, it’s the quiet comfort of familiar trails, the peace found beside a river, or the open space beneath a Ponderosa pine that gives you room to breathe. That feeling, a deep-rooted sense of belonging, is

December 5, 2025

Honoring Our Volunteers

In 2025, our community of over 200 volunteers contributed in countless ways. For example, they planted more than 4,200 native plants, dedicated over 1,000 hours to stewarding the land, and connected 550+ people to nature by leading more than 65 hikes. On International Volunteer Day and every day, we celebrate

November 28, 2025

Six Ways to Support Our Treasured Lands and Waters

This Giving Tuesday, join a movement bigger than any one organization—caring for the lands and waters that sustain our communities. Whether you have time, resources, or passion to share, here are some ideas to make a meaningful impact.

November 21, 2025

Support for People and the Planet

As you stroll through your local grocery store aisles you may recognize popular natural food brands such as Bob’s Red Mill and Primal Kitchen. This is partially due to natural and organic food broker GreenSpoon. GreenSpoon works with grocery stores and brands to promote products that positively impact people, community,

November 14, 2025

Our Fall 2025 Newsletter is Here!

Our Fall 2025 Newsletter is here! We’re excited to share stories of our community coming together to protect the lands, waters, and landscapes we all love.

November 7, 2025

Speak Up for America’s Public Lands Before November 10

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is considering revoking the Public Lands Rule, which helps ensure our nation’s public lands are managed for clean water, healthy wildlife habitat, and future generations. BLM is accepting public comments through November 10, 2025 on a proposal to rescind this critical rule. We urge