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TAKE A CULTURAL ECO TOUR
Preserving the Future since 1990
Protecting the Heartland of the Heber Valley is a crucial campaign to safeguard the unique character of Wasatch County, Midway, and the North Fields, representing a cherished part of the community’s identity that transcends individual properties.
Wasatch County is “better by nature”. As you enter the Heber Valley, the North Fields greet you with their pastoral charm. Framed by the silhouette of Mt. Timpanogos, here the Provo River flows; a cherished Blue Ribbon fishery, offering a haven for anglers and nature enthusiasts alike. But it's not just about the scenery; the North Fields are the heart of generational farms and ranches, steeped in tradition and resilience - a testament to our roots. This heartland encapsulates the very essence, character, and distinctive allure that distinguishes the Heber Valley as timeless as the land itself.
KICKSTARTING CONSERVATION
​Utah Open Lands is working alongside several landowners in the North Fields who, despite the substantial profit their land could yield through development, are choosing preservation over profit. By choosing a different legacy, one of stewardship. Each is pledging at least 25% of their property value, amounting to millions of dollars, to permanently preserve the landscapes that define their community. We want landowners to have the choice to preserve their land if that is their wish. To do this, we need funding to match local, state ,and federal sources and to augment future grants.
This is where you come in
Utah Open Lands has worked tirelessly to safeguard the Heartland of Heber Valley by raising over $11 million to safeguard lands in the Heartland of Heber Valley. Over the next 18 months, our goal is to raise an additional $7 million to protect these pastoral views. Your support can make a tremendous difference in securing Heber Valley’s legacy of open space forever.
ACT NOW, donate today!
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Ways to Give
Contribute Today - Your gift supports open spaces, working lands, and the community legacy - making a lasting impact.
Gifts of Stock - Make a gift of stocks, mutual funds, or bonds providing you double the tax benefit.
Multi-Year Pledges - Your campaign commitment helps protect the Heart of the Heber Valley. With a multi-year pledge, you can give at a pace that fits your goals while ensuring support for local conservation.
Interested in discussing your gift and options? Contact Catherine Cargill at catherine@utahopenlands.org
What can you do?
The North Fields are the heart and lungs of the Heber Valley, once they’re gone, we can’t get them back. Join us in protecting this landscape and preserving what makes our community unique. Show your support today.
Are you interested in supporting this effort? You can help by hosting an info session to raise awareness and help raise funds.
Every dollar you give helps safeguard this irreplaceable landscape. Join us in making a lasting impact and help us reach the finish line. Click the button above to donate now!
Utah Open Lands would like to thank Heber City photographer Johnny Adolphson for giving permission to share his portraits of the North Fields and Heber Valley on our campaign site. His work eloquently captures the spirit and beauty of the North Fields and underscores the importance of their preservation.
Our initiative would be impossible without the knowledge, passion, and talents of those local to the places we seek to protect. Find more of Johnny’s work here.