Back to the Land

January 19, 2025 // NEWS: Dispatch

by Robert Chaney

BLM's Missouri Breaks National Backcountry Byway in North Central Montana

Tracy Stone-Manning turned in her BLM keys last week. As she exits civil service, she reflects on her career, the incoming administration, and the public’s love for public land.

Study Models Impact of Elk Feeding on CWD and Herd Health

January 16, 2025 // NEWS: In Short

by Sophie Tsairis

Elk herd at the National Elk Refuge in Jackson, Wyoming

Researchers analyze alternative management plans for Jackson Elk Herd and bison as FWS update nears.

Feeling Through Fire, Part 4: When the Fire Comes

January 15, 2025 // MoJo Special Series

by Bella Butler

The Bridger Foothills Fire of 2020 burned 8,000 acres and destroyed 68 structures north of Bozeman, Montana

In the conclusion to our four-part series, we look at the profound sense of loss wildfires can leave in their wake.

Fighting for Survival

January 14, 2025 // NEWS: Analysis

by Robert Chaney

FWS on Jan. 8 announced its decision to keep grizzlies protected under the Endangered Species Act

At a charged time for grizzly bears, MoJo takes you inside the complex U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service decision to keep grizzlies on the endangered species list.

Legendary Yellowstone Wolf Dies After Fight with Rival Pack

January 13, 2025 // NEWS: Dispatch

by Sophie Tsairis

Wolf 907F, Queen of the Yellowstone wolves

Wildlife enthusiasts mourn the loss of iconic Yellowstone matriarch, Wolf 907F.

Yellowstone and Grand Teton: What’s in a Timed Entry?

January 10, 2025 // NEWS: In Short

by Robert Chaney

Even with multiple entry points to Yellowstone, you can still hit bumper-to-bumper traffic

While some national parks are implementing a timed visitor entry to mitigate congestion, the nation’s first and its 18^th are keeping it old school.

FWS: Grizzly Bears to Remain Protected Under Endangered Species Act

January 8, 2025 // NEWS: Dispatch

by Robert Chaney

Grizzlies have been protected under the Endangered Species Act since 1975. For now, they'll remain so.

The agency rejected state petitions for local management, creating a single recovery area for grizzlies in the Lower 48.

Feds Buy Kelly Parcel, Conserving Last of Unprotected Land in GTNP

January 6, 2025 // NEWS: Dispatch

by Sophie Tsairis

Elk herd on the Kelly Parcel, gateway to the Path of the Pronghorn

‘Decades-in-the-making’ $100 million purchase adds 640 acres to Grand Teton National Park, while protecting a key Greater Yellowstone wildlife migration corridor.

The Daunting Challenges Facing Canada Lynx

January 3, 2025 // NEWS: Dispatch

by Ted Williams

The elusive, nocturnal and threatened Canada lynx

As a warming climate grips North America, the lynx remains threatened in the Lower 48. It could get worse.

Thirty years ago this month, gray wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone National Park and central Idaho. Today, the people who made it happen remember the mayhem and magic of one of the 20th century’s most controversial acts of ecosystem management.

The Power of Storytelling

January 2, 2025 // NEWS: Feature

by Bowman Leigh

"Upper Yellowstone River" is one of six films produced as part of the Life in the Land series

A Montana filmmaker’s multimedia project highlights collaborative conservation work across the Treasure State. Will it have a ripple effect?

Montana Sues Yellowstone National Park Over Bison Management Plan

December 31, 2024 // NEWS: Dispatch

by Amanda Eggert

The park's plan directs wildlife managers to aim for a herd of 3,500-6,000 animals

Department of Livestock and FWP join Gov. Gianforte in suing park over its plan to increase bison population and tolerance for bison presence outside park boundaries.