ALPENSCAPES

A partnership among Big Sky organizations dedicated to being a resource for creating a fire-safe, water-wise, and ecosystem-friendly future.

Smarter landscaping. Thriving landscapes.

Our Partnership's Mission

With a changing climate, increased wildfire risk, threatened water quality and supply, the spread of invasive species, and ongoing development, Big Sky’s diverse alpine terrain requires a better approach than thirsty, maintenance-intensive lawns.

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Big sky insights:

91% prioritize fish and aquatic life in water conservation
84% highlight stream water quantity as a top concern
79% recognize the threat of invasive species to the Gallatin River
71% strongly support noxious weed management for natural resource protection
Big Sky is at greater risk for wildfire than 93% of communities in the US
Interest in focusing on wildfire mitigation and risk reduction
Water demand increases by 160% from July to September due to outdoor water use
Irrigation is the highest user of community water in the summertime
Located within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, Big Sky and its landscaping impacts one of the largest nearly intact ecosystems on Earth.

The Alpenscapes solution is simple: native and sustainable landscaping that thrives in Big Sky, to help Big Sky thrive.

About Alpencapes

Alpenscapes is a partnership formed by four existing organizations to be the go-to source of information on sustainable landscaping in Big Sky. We believe in a future where water-wise, wildfire-resistant, and wildlife-friendly landscaping is the norm. The Alpenscapes partnership is dedicated to helping nature and the Big Sky community not only coexist, but flourish alongside one another.

Through free resources, education, and community engagement, the Alpenscapes collaborative initiative will inspire livable landscapes for a more sustainable, resilient Big Sky for both people and nature.

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Partners: Get Involved

Want to join us in making a positive impact for Big Sky? We invite landscape professionals, owner associations and others to become a part of our network of partner organizations and professionals making a difference.

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