Shipley Meadows

Shipley Meadows

Portions of the Shipley Meadows Conservation Easement provide significant habitat for greater sage-grouse and numerous other wildlife species, such as big game and pygmy rabbits, the latter of which is a species of Conservation Priority for Nevada. The local habitat includes wet meadow montane, big sagebrush shrubland, willow riparian habitat, and upland sagebrush habitat. These habitat areas provide escape cover, forage, and nesting cover to wildlife.

Additional conservation values at Shipley Meadows include agricultural and cultural values due to its historic ranching use. Grazing has long been a part of the land management system for the Shipley Meadows Property, and the landowner intends to continue grazing it. The area provides open space and scenic values for use and enjoyment by humans and wildlife. Springs on the property may have supported historic and prehistoric use by European settlers and earlier Native Americans, as well as later use for agricultural and ranching.