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Conservationists Launch New Legal Battle Over Wolf Protections
A coalition of Montana-based conservation groups is gearing up for a landmark lawsuit against the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), determined to reinstate federal protection for gray wolves in the West. The move follows the USFWS decision in February to maintain the current de-listed status of wolves, a decision that sparked widespread outcry. The…
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife Expands Angling Options with Walleye Introduction at Ridgway
Anglers in western Colorado are about to get hooked on a new challenge. After a multi-year effort spearheaded by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), sterile walleye will soon join the ranks of Ridgway Reservoir’s thriving fish population. This introduction marks a significant step towards diversifying the state’s fishing opportunities while carefully protecting native species. “We’re…
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Wyoming’s Historic Crossroads: Safeguarding Wildlife and Roads Collide on U.S. 189
A groundbreaking $24.3 million federal grant has ignited a beacon of hope for both wildlife and motorists in Wyoming. This critical funding, awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation, will bring life to the ambitious Kemmerer Wildlife Crossing Project on U.S. Highway 189, south of Kemmerer. More than just asphalt and steel, this project represents…
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Colorado Steps Closer to Wolf Reintroduction with Assistance from Non-Profit
After years of meticulous planning and preparation, the reintroduction of gray wolves to Colorado is now just weeks away. In a significant development, a non-profit organization with ties to Grand Junction has stepped forward to provide crucial air transport services for the animals, offering a helping hand to the state’s wolf restoration efforts. Colorado Parks…
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Wyoming Senators Thwart Affordable Housing Bill While Embracing Land Disposal
In an ironic reversal, Wyoming Senators Cynthia Lummis and John Barrasso have once again thrown their support behind a bill that would sell off public lands while simultaneously voting against a separate measure aimed at expanding affordable housing options. The proposed land sale, which is part of the broader Public Lands Sale and Disposal Act…