Maddie Pellman, host
of the ‘Who Runs This Park?’ podcast, discusses how dreaming big delivered her dream
job.
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Vote No on Referendum 1 in Park County
April 24, 2024 // OPINION: Guest Letter
![The Yellowstone River from Joe Brown Trail in Park County](/content/articles/ic_1714000837_400x300_true.jpg)
Ahead of June 1 vote, one concerned resident voices opinion.
Read MoreMeet me in Fairyland
February 27, 2024 // OPINION: Essay
![The "Totem Forest" of Fairyland Basin in all its magic](/content/articles/ic_1709077647_400x300_true.jpg)
In his latest essay, MoJo contributor Todd Burritt examines nature, friendship and the enduring magic of
Yellowstone's backcountry.
The Past 30 Years in Yellowstone, Part 4: Mike Finley
January 9, 2024 // Interview Series
![Mike Finley served the National Park Service for 32 years, including a trifecta of superintendent posts at three national parks](/content/articles/ic_1704820328_400x300_true.jpg)
In the final installment
of MoJo’s interview series with four Yellowstone superintendents, Mike Finley pulls
no punches discussing the issues in our national parks.
Bridging the Divide: How to decrease wildlife-vehicle collisions
October 26, 2023 // NEWS: Dispatch
![Elk in Gallatin Gateway and across Greater Yellowstone are contending now more than ever with increased traffic](/content/articles/ic_1698357186_400x300_true.jpg)
More than 1 million vehicles use US Highway 191 to enter Yellowstone. With a quarter of all crashes involving wildlife, what's to be done? A new traffic and wildlife corridor study hopes to shed some light on solutions.
Read MoreDayton Duncan on Tragedy, Hope and Duality in New PBS Doc ‘The American Buffalo’
October 15, 2023 // MoJo Interview
![King of the range: The bison, America's National Mammal](/content/articles/ic_1697398311_400x300_true.jpg)
The acclaimed writer and filmmaker discusses his latest collaboration, "The American Buffalo," a two-part film with Ken Burns premiering on PBS Oct. 16 and 17
Read MoreFinding our MoJo
October 2, 2023
![We've heard the call and are gearing up.](/content/articles/ic_1696268942_400x300_true.jpg)
As Mountain Journal ramps up coverage, a letter from its Interim Executive Director and Managing Editor
Read MoreMontana’s Climate Kids Should Adopt Wildlife As Their Mascot
July 23, 2023
![What kind of landscapes are we creating for others to dwell inside?](/content/articles/ic_1690148146_400x300_true.jpg)
Citing the state constitution, young people in Montana sued the state over climate change. Win or lose, wildlife conservation would strengthen their case with the public
Read MoreWhat it means to stand at the Crossroads of the West
July 20, 2023
![Perception versus reality: The West ain't what you see in old cowboy films](/content/articles/ic_1689873857_400x300_true.jpg)
In her latest book, "True West: Myth and Mending on the Far Side of America," Betsy Gaines Quammen takes a deep look into the myths of the West and how we our future lies in the balance
Read MoreHow Greater Yellowstone Grizzlies Could Be Delisted And Remain Protected
July 18, 2023
![A grizzly mother with cubs in Yellowstone](/content/articles/ic_1689708387_400x300_true.jpg)
States are pushing hard to remove America's most famous grizzly population from federal protection. The primary reason is obvious. Why aren't we doing the same with bald eagles?
Read MoreThe World Loses Wildlife Art's Greatest Champion
July 6, 2023
![Bill Kerr, who helped create a global destination for wildlife art in Jackson Hole](/content/articles/ic_1688674272_400x300_true.jpg)
Bill Kerr passes at 85. In Jackson Hole, his vision led to creation of the National Museum of Wildlife Art, a shrine for those globally who value connections between art and nature
Read MoreIn Montana, Four Different Polls Say Citizens Seriously Unhappy About Sprawl
July 5, 2023
![Paradise Valley/Park County as interpreted by painter Robert Spannring](/content/articles/ic_1688528967_400x300_true.jpg)
North of Yellowstone, no-zoning signs fly like protest flags but residents of beautiful Park County are deeply concerned lack of planning is causing the loss of places they love
Read MoreIn Gallatin Gateway, Battle Rages Over Proposed 'Glampground' on Gallatin River
June 20, 2023
![The Gallatin River and site of the proposed glampground called Riverbend](/content/articles/ic_1687281247_400x300_true.jpg)
Since 2020, lawsuits and appeals dominate debate over 58-unit glampground planned for island in 'crown jewel' waterway
Read MoreWhy Insurance Companies Are Pulling Out Of Fire-Prone Areas in California
June 15, 2023
![Aftermath of a wildland-urban interface neighborhood in Oregon that was burned by wildfire](/content/articles/ic_1686804115_400x300_true.jpg)
An emergency management expert advises on how to reduce risk. Her top suggestion: make smarter land use choices and limit development in risky areas
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