CENTRAL ARIZONA LAND TRUST
Preserving Open Space In The Heart of Arizona
Current Campaign:
Date Creek Ranch Forever
Date Creek is a rare oasis in an arid, high desert environment. It is a tributary of the Santa Maria River and part of the Bill Williams River watershed, in southwestern Yavapai County. The area straddles a transition zone between the Mohave and Sonoran deserts, where large Joshua trees and saguaro cactus thrive. Elevations range from 2500’ in the lower desert to 4500’ feet on nearby Date Creek Mountain.
Central Arizona Land Trust Announces
Conservation Agreement on Historic Bar Triangle Ranch
Williamson Valley, Arizona, landowners Mike Pierce and Pam Powers have taken the first step in protecting their 5,600-acre ranch. A conservation agreement on 648 acres of the ranch has been finalized, it was announced today by the Central Arizona Land Trust (CALT).
“The Bar Triangle Ranch is our home, and we desire nothing more than to see all of it remain as it is today, with wide-open spaces for future generations,” said Mike Pierce. “We feel privileged to work with Central Arizona Land Trust, which has just brought together the first of several transactions that will result in permanent protection of our entire ranch.”
Central Arizona Land Trust Announces
Conservation Agreement on Historical Bar Triangle Ranch
Williamson Valley, Arizona, landowners Mike Pierce and Pam Powers have taken the first step in protecting their 5,600-acre ranch. A conservation agreement on 648 acres of the ranch has been finalized, it was announced today by the Central Arizona Land Trust (CALT).
“The Bar Triangle Ranch is our home, and we desire nothing more than to see all of it remain as it is today, with wide-open spaces for future generations,” said Mike Pierce. “We feel privileged to work with Central Arizona Land Trust, which has just brought together the first of several transactions that will result in permanent protection of our entire ranch.”
Creating a Lasting Legacy of Conservation
Protect Your Family Lands with CALT’s Expert Guidance and Support.
At CALT we believe that protecting open space is crucial for preserving Arizona’s unique landscapes and cultural heritage. That’s why we work closely with willing landowners to provide the necessary technical support and linkage to resources to permanently protect working lands, riparian areas, historic land marks through customized conservation easements.
With our expert guidance, land owners create a lasting legacy of conservation to benefit future generations and help ensure long term health and stability of our communities. Join us in our mission to protect Arizona’s wide open spaces today.
Our Mission
Preserving Arizona’s Natural and Cultural Heritage for Future Generations
Grasslands make up one third of Earth’s terrain.
They support biodiversity, act as carbon reservoirs and offer livelihoods to more billions of people. Yet grasslands are disappearing faster than forests all over the globe.
Let’s work together to preserve Arizona’s iconic grasslands.
Protected Lands in the Area
CALT monitors each of our protected properties annually to assure the conservation values on the land remain protected.
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Campaign SUCCESS:
Orme Ranch
In 2023 CALT, in partnership with Arizona Land and Water Trust, completed a 907-acre conservation easement on the historic Orme Ranch near Mayer, Arizona. Major funding was provided by the Natural Resources Conservation Service and many generous individuals and foundations. A perpetual stewardship endowment was established to assure the protected lands along Ash Creek will remain undeveloped for future generations.

Saving The Places We All Love
Join us in creating a lasting legacy of conservation and preserving Arizona’s natural beauty and cultural heritage for generations to come.

Meet Our Team
Our team consists of community leaders who serve on our board of directors as well as a cadre of conservation specialists who work with land owners, governmental agencies and private funders to protect the places we all love.
Explore Our Successes
Our portfolio showcases a variety of conservation projects that demonstrate our commitment to preserving Arizona’s unique landscapes and cultural heritage.
Join Us in Our Mission
Help Us Save The Places We All Love
If you're passionate about preserving Arizona's natural and cultural heritage, then support the Central Arizona Land Trust today. Whether you're interested in making a donation, or learning more about conservation easements, we offer a range of opportunities for you to get involved.
Contact us today to learn how you can make a difference in Arizona for future generations!






