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Conservancy Acquires 585 Acres to Protect Trout Habitats

1/3/2026

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The Western Rivers Conservancy purchased 585 acres along the Saint Joe River near Avery, Idaho, to transfer to the U.S. Forest Service next year.
The acquisition, finalized in November from PotlatchDeltic, boosts public access and protects trout habitats.
Mike Thomas, a fisheries biologist, noted its importance for spawning and cold-water input.
Chip Corsi of Trout Unlimited and other conservationists hailed the deal as a benefit for wildlife and public access.

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Story summary

The Western Rivers Conservancy purchased 585 acres along the Saint Joe River near Avery, Idaho, to transfer to the U.S. Forest Service next year.
The acquisition, finalized in November from PotlatchDeltic, boosts public access and protects trout habitats.
Mike Thomas, a fisheries biologist, noted its importance for spawning and cold-water input.
Chip Corsi of Trout Unlimited and other conservationists hailed the deal as a benefit for wildlife and public access.