THIS LAND IS YOUR LAND

Co Op Country Round Up November/December 2024 issue

By Marcy Timblin, KLT Communications Director

The historic Pine Street Sled Hill has long served as a vibrant gathering spot for families, providing an affordable and accessible way for children and their parents to enjoy the outdoors during the winter months. With no special skills required, the sled hill invites everyone to experience the simple joy of sledding, making it a perfect winter pastime for locals of all ages.

In October, Kaniksu Land Trust announced that the nonprofit organization had officially purchased the 48-acre parcel on which the iconic hill sits. By means of angel donors, the land was secured in 2022, giving KLT time to raise $2.1 million to purchase the land and make public safety improvements. 

Last August, the Trust announced that the community had successfully come together to save the beloved sled hill. The fundraising goal had been met by means of donations and grants. However, the funds from a $600,000 grant from the U.S. Forest Service’s Community Forest Program took some time to process. Within two days of the receipt of those grant funds, the transaction was recorded, officially conserving the land forever.

As KLT works toward implementing the Master Plan for the property, it will be open to sledding, skiing, fat biking, and snowshoeing this winter with some restrictions on parking. For more information, visit kaniksu.org/the-sled-hill or contact KLT at (208)263-9471 or info@kaniksu.org.