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Wild Horses and Donkeys Dig Wells in the Desert, Providing Water for Wildlife

Horses and burros evolved in North America, where they and their ancestors were present for 50-million years, far-longer than any large ‘native’ species except pronghorn. As reported in the article below, we now are learning that horses improve the environment just like their ancestors did. What is surprising is that

New Montana Laws Change Response to Grizzly Bear Management

The bear emergency is over, and it is a wonderful thing. However, as they have recovered grizzlies have spread out of their sanctuaries and into areas where people live. Greater grizzly recovery cannot succeed until these people – and their livelihoods – are given equal consideration as bears. In general, this is

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Idaho, Oregon Congressmen Agree on Dam Removal for Salmon

Paraphrasing the article below, “Under the Simpson Plan, no one is left behind. It recognizes the biological crisis the Northwest faces — many salmon and steelhead populations are heading toward extinction — and at the same time sees that the solution to the crisis offers broad energy, economic and infrastructure opportunities for

Buffalo Gals

“Three ladies raise bison in South Dakota, Colorado and Texas. NOTE: this article was originally published to CowGirlmagazine.com on April 13, 2021. It was written by Karen Weintraub. Nearly extinct by 1900, America’s native bison are returning to the range. Meet three women who are among those restoring

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"Invasion Biology"

Game Videos Spring 2015

These videos were taken at what we call Sheep Tank, a water point that overlooks one of our largest canyons. Many species share this water, with no visible conflict with each other, or harm to habitat.

History of Bird Banding

100-Years of Bird Banding

“Bird banding goes back to 1902. Since 1960, over 70-million birds have been banded. This paper summarizes what has been learned from this effort. NOTE: the article posted below originally published in Scientific American’s March 2021 edition. It was written by Kate Wong (text), Jan Willem Tulp (graphics) and

Flats Fly Fishing at Tarpon Caye Lodge in Belize

Flats Fly Fishing at Tarpon Caye Lodge in Belize

Yellowstone trout fishermen take note: Of all the species that can be taken on fly, permit is the most challenging. And, you can’t go wrong with The Fly Shop. Flats Fly Fishing at Tarpon Caye Lodge in Belize from The Fly Shop on Vimeo.

Grass-fed: a Label Ingrained with Misleading Claims

“According to the article below, “The term grass-fed has become just another marketing strategy co-opted by large-scale meat-packers to trick consumers into buying grain-finished meat…” a scheme in which the regulatory agencies are complicit. NOTE: this post was originally published to TThe Regeneration’s newsletter on April 30, 2021. It

Endangered Science

Endangered Science

“As discussed below, of the many unscientific decisions of wildlife “management”, predator eradications are probably the worst. NOTE: this article was originally published to HuffPost.com. It was part of a collection written by Camilla Fox, Executive Director, Project Coyote. She is also a contributor to HuffPost.com and the

TPWD Commission Approves Hunting Regulation Changes for 2021-22 Seasons

TPWD Commission Approves Hunting Regulation Changes for 2021-22 Seasons

“Western game commissions might consider Texas’ relatively few and simple rules, which stand in stark contrast to the bewildering tangle of their own. Texas’ work very well, and unlike hunters in Idaho, Wyoming and Montana Texans do not need outside consultants to interpret them. NOTE: this article was originally published

Demand for Farmland Fueled by Grain Rally

Demand for Farmland Fueled by Grain Rally

“Rising commodity prices are very good for farmers. They have caused a rise in the price of farmland. In addition to more income, rising land values increase farmers’ net worth. However, the massive deficits working their way through the economy are causing inflation, much of which is not fully reflected

America’s Bald Eagle Population Has Quadrupled

America’s Bald Eagle Population Has Quadrupled

“According to the professor interviewed below, bald eagles are now so numerous that they are sometimes found nesting in residential areas like yard birds. This shows what can be accomplished when we collectively decide to restore wild creatures. NOTE: this article was originally published to NYTimes.com on March 25,

Using Cows to Improve Wildlife Habitat and Increase Pronghorn

Using Cows to Improve Wildlife Habitat and Increase Pronghorn

This is the second in a series about how domestic animals like cattle can help wildlife and habitat in desert grasslands. Our first introduced Cows and Quail, Albuquerque-based Holistic Management International’s range and wildlife program which focused on quail. Note: Originally published on this blog in 2012. Written by

Where Dams Have Reached “Alert” Age

Where Dams Have Reached "Alert" Age

Quoting the article below, “The U.S. is the leader in dam removal, proving that the risk and cost associated with old dams can be eliminated altogether in many cases. In the past 30 years, the country has decommissioned more than 1,200 dams.” Dams wear out. Many would now

Eleven Active Alaska Volcanoes

Eleven Active Alaska Volcanoes

“Anglers from across the world fish for salmon and steelhead below these brutes. Our favorite is Mount Veniaminof, pictured above. Its glacier melt feeds the Sandy River (note Veniaminof’s photo credit). NOTE: this article was originally published to TheAlaskaFrontier.com. Alaska’s Aleutian Archipelago is an island chain spanning

NYTimes: In Montana, Bears and Wolves Become Part of the Culture Wars

In Montana, Bears and Wolves Become Part of the Culture Wars

All sides of this debate want similar outcomes: Healthy habitat and wildlife. We cannot get these unless we also consider the people who live with these animals, and their livelihoods. Anyone who thinks or acts as if nature, people and money are separate and/or independent is part of the

Aspen Forests Provide Great Habitat for Ruffed Grouse

Aspen Forests Provide Great Habitat for Ruffed Grouse

“Ruffed grouse – and all species – do better in mixed (partially-logged) forests. NOTE: this post was originally published to Instagram and the Ruffed Grouse Society page on February 24, 2021. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ruffed Grouse Society (@ruffedgrousesociety)

Legislature Strips Game and Fish of Elk Feedground Closure Power

Legislature Strips Game and Fish of Elk Feedground Closure Power

According to the 30-year veteran employee of the Wyoming Game and Fish Department quoted in the article below, agency decisions regarding wildlife need not give equal consideration to economic or social consequences. The mindset that wildlife outcomes are independent of people and their livelihoods is widespread among the various agencies,