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Enhancing grassland ecosystems while sustaining private, profitable ranching
The Sandhills Task Force
Established in 1993, the Sandhills Task Force’s mission is to partner with Sandhill ranchers; local communities, groups, and organizations; and local, state, and federal agencies to identify, prioritize, plan, and implement mutually acceptable projects that benefit private ranching, wildlife, and vegetative diversity, and associated water supplies.
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IN ACTION
events
HAPPENING NOW
The Sandhills Task Force is dedicated to keeping you informed about events that matter to ranchers, landowners, and others who care about the Sandhills. From workshops and field days to community gatherings and conservation-focused meetings, these events offer valuable opportunities to learn, connect, and engage. Click the link below to explore our calendar of upcoming events across Nebraska and the surrounding region.
Events sponsored by the Sandhills Task Force can also be found here.
board member
SPOTLIGHT
Ted LaGrange
Ted has worked as the Wetland Program Manager for the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission for 27 years. As Wetland Program Manager, he works on a wide variety of wetland issues throughout Nebraska, including partnerships, private land restoration programs, public lands management, research, regulations, and outreach. Before moving to Nebraska, he worked 8 years as a Waterfowl Research Technician for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. Ted received B.S. and M.S. degrees in wildlife biology from Iowa State University. His professional interests are in prairie wetlands and waterfowl/waterbird ecology. He has been on the Sandhills Task Force Board since 1993!
2024
Impacts
Ranch Internship
117
Applicants
Conservation
124,804
Acres
Sandhill Stewards
163
Contacts
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