Numerous scientific studies suggest that less snowpack in coming decades could have profound consequences for southwest Montana and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Higher-elevation areas, free of significant disturbance by people, are expected to be exceptionally important for wildlife fleeing hotter valleys sprawling with people for cooler conditions in the mountains.  Photo courtesy Phil Knight.
Numerous scientific studies suggest that less snowpack in coming decades could have profound consequences for southwest Montana and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Higher-elevation areas, free of significant disturbance by people, are expected to be exceptionally important for wildlife fleeing hotter valleys sprawling with people for cooler conditions in the mountains. Photo courtesy Phil Knight.