THE TELLER MISSION

To inspire, educate, and demonstrate conservation in action.

In support of this mission, The Teller is committed to:

• Serving as a model of land stewardship through habitat enhancement efforts.
• Offering diverse conservation education programs.
• Providing quality recreational experiences for private guests and public visitors.
• Promoting voluntary conservation actions on other private lands.

As stewards of 1,200 acres of land in the Bitterroot Valley:

• We believe that The Teller must model responsible land stewardship.
• We value the Teller’s resident fish, wildlife and native plant species.
• We recognize and draw inspiration from Otto Teller’s values and beliefs that include:
  • Opportunities for quality hunting and fishing experiences
  • Maintenance and enhancement of historical buildings
  • Utilization of organic farming practices and restoration of native plant communities where possible and financially affordable
  • Expansion of permanent protection of local land through private voluntary actions
• We believe that education about the natural world and about the management of land and habitats is a powerful tool to promote and foster conservation in the larger community. We provide that education through our example, through instruction, and through personal experiences.
• We believe that ethical and responsible recreation, including hunting and fishing and other activities associated with The Teller resources, contributes to the Teller’s conservation and educational purposes.
• We believe that access management is an important tool in conserving the Teller’s resources and experiences.
• We believe that The Teller has a unique public purpose to foster mutual understanding of the needs and interest of private landowners balanced with the needs and interests of the public.
• We believe in creating strong and reciprocal relationships with the local community.
• We accept the leadership accountability and fiduciary responsibility for The Teller; we believe that if we plan for, value, and actively promote our mission, financial support will grow.