NFWF Grant Profile

Conservation Program(s):
Keystone Initiative - Wildlife & Habitat
Project Title: Cascades to Rockies Lynx Corridor, Early Actions (WA)
Organization:
Conservation Northwest
Project ID:
0103.12.036335
Description:

Maintain and improve functional connectivity for lynx and other wide-ranging species by protecting a key parcel, creating permeability under Highway 97 bisecting the western portion of the corridor, restoring habitat on U.S. Forest Service lands, and helping private landowners coexistence with carnivores.

Award Amount:
$199787.73
Location:
The ranch is just west of Sherman Pass, adjoining public wildlands of Washington's Kettle River Range. This remote area is between Colville and Omak, where Walmart stores are located.