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Migrating Elk at Pitchstone Waters Ranch

Migrating Elk at Pitchstone Waters Ranch

This video discusses the annual elk migration across Pitchstone Waters Ranch, on the upper Fall River, 5-miles southwest of Yellowstone Park, in Fremont County Idaho.

How Cattle Ranchers Can Combat Climate Change

How Cattle Ranchers Can Combat Climate Change

“Planned grazing’s benefits to people, habitat and wildlife are the subject of the article below. NOTE: this commentary was originally published to Expressnews.com on December 1, 2021. It was written by Meredith Ellis and Suzanne Scott. Texas relies on the multibillion-dollar cattle industry for economic success and the

It’s Time to Stop Demonizing “Invasive” Species

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It’s Time to Stop Demonizing “Invasive” Species

“Here is a thoughtful article that challenges the “science” behind invasive species “biology”. NOTE: this article was originally published to Vox.com on on November 28, 2021. It was written by Marina Bolotnikova. Climate change is forcing some animals to move. Don’t call them “invasives.” Marine ecologist Piper Wallingford

EPA to Ban Pesticide Chlorpyrifos From Use on Food Crops

EPA to Ban Pesticide Chlorpyrifos from Use on Food Crops

The depressing thing about EPA’s infrequent poison bans is that the agro-chemical giants soon have a replacement with something even worse, whereupon the decades-long process of health and environmental damage, evaluation, decision and appeal starts all over. NOTE: this article was originally published to Bloomberg Law’s Apple News

Fat Bear Week: It's Time to Weigh in on Katmai National Park's Biggest Bear

Fat Bear Week: It's Time to Weigh in on Katmai National Park's Biggest Bear

As described below, the amount of food – in the form of migrating salmon – available to Alaska’s coastal grizzlies is amazing, as is the size many reach after a season spent gorging on live and scavenged fish. NOTE: this article was originally published to CNN.com on September 29, 2021.

Hailing From the Primordial Realm, Meet Mother Nature: Goddess of Earth’s Ecosystems

Don’t miss this hilarious little video from Whole Foods. As they put it, “With over 50 (million) years of experience, Mother Nature’s job is to maintain the harmony that keeps the planet spinning. Things like keeping the air clean, the ground fertile, the ecology diverse, and the inhabitants

Wyoming Sage Grouse Counts Fall Again, Marking a 5-year Trend

Wyoming Sage Grouse Counts Fall Again, Marking a 5-year Trend

The more chemicals and pesticides we use, and the more we destock public ranges across the West, the more our treasured game birds decline. As usual, the “experts” blame climate change. NOTE: this article was originally published to JHNewsandGuide.com on September 13, 2021. It was written by Angus M.

Birds of Prey Face Global Decline From Habitat Loss, Poisons

Avian Predator Declines

Birds of Prey Face Global Decline From Habitat Loss, Poisons

The ubiquitous use of chemicals and poisons, combined with the removal of animal impact, is devastating wildlife. NOTE: this article was originally published to APNews.com on August 30, 2021. It was written by Christina Larson. WASHINGTON (AP) — Despite a few high-profile conservation success stories – like the dramatic comeback of

Not Quite Right – Not All Herbivores Are The Same

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Not Quite Right - Not All Herbivores Are The Same

More thoughts on how – and why – wild horses can improve habitat and reduce wildfire. NOTE: this content below is written by, and published here with permission from, Capt. William E. Simpson II – USMM Ret. Naturalist – Author – Conservationist A herd of wild horses in the Soda Mountain Wilderness have been using

Turning the Tide of Our Water Crises with Regenerative Agriculture

Turning the Tide of Our Water Crises with Regenerative Agriculture

Presented below are some very interesting ideas on regenerative agriculture. NOTE: this article was originally published to the Weekly Regeneration Works newsletter on October 15, 2021. It was written by Keith Silverman. Science: Industrial agriculture is the leading water pollutant on the planet. The world is facing a water crisis

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Bill Negley: Bwana Bowman

Bill Negley of San Antonio, Texas, remains the only sportsman ever to successfully hunt all of Africa’s “Big Five” (elephant, lion, cape buffalo, rhino and leopard) with a conventional bow (102-pound recurve) and no rifle backup. This film documents his first elephant taken in this way. He killed his

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The Cowboy Cauldron Firepit

If you live in wildfire country and want a very safe way to enjoy outdoor fires, consider a Cowboy Cauldron. They aren’t cheap but they really work. NOTE: this article was originally sent as an email by Cowboy Cauldron on on October 21, 2021. IT’S FINALLY FALL! Photo

Grand Teton National Park Hopes Collaboration, Not Closures, Will Protect Bighorn Sheep

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Grand Teton National Park Hopes Collaboration, Not Closures, Will Protect Bighorn Sheep

According to the “experts” quoted below, backcountry skiers threaten bighorn sheep numbers. This is contrary to our hands-on, 20-year experience with the desert bighorn sheep in far-West Texas. If humans don’t harass them, bighorn ignore people. As reported on this blog, a miner in the Sierra Nevadas actually taught

Connecting Ranchers with Land Stewards Could Be Key to Less Disastrous Wildfires

Connecting Ranchers with Land Stewards Could Be Key to Less Disastrous Wildfires

As discussed below, grazing of domestic animals – cattle, sheep and goats – is an effective way to prevent wildfire and improve habitat. Another species that has great potential for wildfire control is the wild horse. NOTE: this article was originally published to CivilEats.com on July 8, 2021. It was written

‘Silver Bullet’ for Business: The Aussie Farmers Bringing Dingoes Back

'Silver Bullet' for Business: The Aussie Farmers Bringing Dingoes Back

As discussed below, restoring predators in the Australian outback has had very positive effects on habitat and animals. NOTE: this article was originally published to WAToday.com.au on July 26, 2021. It was written by Emma Young. Cattle farmers from Western Australia, Queensland and New South Wales are reaping

The Unconventional Weapon Against Future Wildfires: Goats

The Unconventional Weapon Against Future Wildfires: Goats

Appearing below is an excellent article on goats and wildfire control. Goats have worked very well for us at Pitchstone Waters in Idaho, as discussed extensively in this blog. NOTE: this article was originally published to NYTimes.com on September 18, 2021. It was written by Coral Murphy Marcos. In

Bayer Blasts ‘Unscientific’ Rejection by Mexican Regulator of GMO Corn Permit

Bayer Blasts 'Unscientific' Rejection by Mexican Regulator of GMO Corn Permit

As discussed below, Mexico does not want Monsanto/Bayer’s Roundup-laced food. Any discussion of GMO safety is in truth a discussion of Roundup (glyphosate). GMO corn is modified to tolerate the poison, which is linked to many human diseases. It remains to be seen if Mexico can withstand the

How Sea Otters Help Protect Underwater Meadows

How Sea Otters Help Protect Underwater Meadows

This article discusses one of several reasons that sea otters are essential to the health of the Pacific Coast’s marine systems. The seagrasses otters maintain also support the salmon, steelhead and commercial fisheries. Whether on land or sea, predators are necessary to the health of habitats and everything in