Every place and every relationship is different.

Western Sky works with landowners through consultation, evaluation, and voluntary agreements. Together, we consider the land's natural and working values, the landowner's goals, and practical paths that can endure over time.

01

We listen

The conversation begins with the landowner, the land, and what matters to them.

02

We understand the place

We learn about its natural, agricultural, scenic, recreational, and heritage values.

03

We explore options
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Together, we consider voluntary approaches suited to the property and its people.

04

We remain connected

​Long-term care continues through relationships, monitoring, and stewardship.

The path forward is shaped around the land and the landowner.

No single option is right for every property. Western Sky helps landowners understand the possibilities and decide whether one reflects their goals.

Conservation easements

The landowner retains ownership and use of the property while voluntarily limiting certain future development. Western Sky holds and monitors the agreement over time.

Gifts of land

​A landowner or estate may transfer ownership to Western Sky, allowing the property to be cared for according to an agreed long-term purpose.​

Purchases and other arrangements

Depending on the property and available resources, other approaches may include a land purchase, partial donation, or partnership with another organization.

Close to 30,000
acres of natural and working landscapes cared for with landowners

​25+ km
of connected Rosebud River corridor protected and stewarded

​Up to 100,000
acres sought through the Prevailing Winds Initiative by 2030

​Our work follows watersheds, grasslands, and relationships.

​Western Sky's work extends across southern Alberta, with current attention on important river corridors, native grasslands, and the working landscapes that connect them.

Bow

Rosebud

​South Saskatchewan

Ghost

Highwood and Sheep​

Our work in action: what lasting care can look like.

Each story reflects a different place, relationship, and practical path forward.

Rosebud River Conservation Area

​A connected landscape of more than 8,000 acres in Alberta’s Badlands, cared for in partnership with local landowners.

Before
​A prairie river corridor at risk of fragmentation, affecting wildlife movement and water quality.

After
More than 25 km of connected river corridor supports healthier waterways, wildlife movement, and resilient grasslands.

READ THE ROSEBUD STORY

Gray Park Natural Area

​A donated riparian landscape in Diamond Valley now cared for through a community partnership.

Before
​Privately held land with ecological value but limited public access and long-term certainty.

After
A protected natural area supporting education, community access, habitat, and hands-on stewardship.​

READ THE GRAY PARK STORY

Thinking about the future of your land?

​A conversation does not create an obligation. It is simply a place to begin exploring what matters to you, what makes the land distinctive, and what options may be available.

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