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Gallatin NF/Park County, MT Impose Restrictions

June 29, 2012 Greater Yellowstone, Paradise Valley Comments Off
Gallatin NF

While no fire restrictions have been imposed in Yellowstone National Park, visitors to Gallatin National Forest to the north and west of the park and in Park County, Montana now do face restrictions.  Like in Jackson Hole, the use of campfires will only be allowed at … Continue Reading

Buy A Town In Paradise (Valley)

June 22, 2012 Greater Yellowstone, Paradise Valley Comments Off
Pray

Did you miss your chance to purchase an entire town when Buford, Wyoming was sold at auction last month?  Well, you have another chance – and this town is in the Greater Yellowstone area.  Pray, Montana, located 30 miles north of … Continue Reading

YNP North Entrance Project Launched

June 14, 2012 Greater Yellowstone, Paradise Valley Comments Off
Arch

Yellowstone National Park kicks off its Gardiner Gateway project today with federal, state, local and non-profit representatives joining in a ceremony near the Roosevelt Arch in Gardiner, Montana.  Park Spokesman Al Nash Says work on improvements addressing visitor safety, parking and improved traffic circulation is to take place … Continue Reading

Not All Forest Facilities Open Yet

May 24, 2012 Greater Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, Paradise Valley Comments Off
National Forest

While most forest facilities have opened for the season now, there are still some areas where access is limited due to early season conditions.  On the Caribou-Targhee National Forest, the Ashton/Flagg Ranch Road and dispersed camping is not yet open.  On the Gardiner Ranger District of the Gallatin National Forest, the Palmer Mountain Road remains closed due to snow.  Visitors to Bridger Teton National Forest will find … Continue Reading

Montana Evaluates Fire Danger

May 23, 2012 Greater Yellowstone, Paradise Valley Comments Off
Schweitzer

The annual fire season briefing for Montana was delivered to Governor Brian Schweitzer yesterday including presentations from the Department of Natural Resources and Conservation, the Northern Rockies Coordination Center and a variety of other state and federal agencies.  Schweitzer says the state has already seen fire on … Continue Reading

Yellowstone Seeks Concessioner

Old Faithful Inn

The National Park Service has released a prospectus soliciting competitive proposals from businesses interested in providing a wide range of visitor services in Yellowstone National Park, currently being provided by Xanterra Parks and Resorts.  Those services include … Continue Reading

Montana Wolf Hunt Season Set

May 16, 2012 Greater Yellowstone, Paradise Valley Comments Off
wolf

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is seeking comments on a proposed 2012-13 general wolf hunting and trapping season. The proposed general season would run from September 1st to February 28th with trapping allowed from December 15th to the end of the general wolf season. Trapping and hunting of wolves is … Continue Reading

Whooping Cough Invades Western States

innoculate

With a current epidemic of whooping cough – clinically known as pertussis – being declared in one western state and cases rising in at least one neighboring state, Wyoming’s state health officer is encouraging vaccination to help ensure vulnerable residents are … Continue Reading

GYCC Committee Gets Arbor Day Award

Arbor Day

The Greater Yellowstone Whitebark Pine Committee is the recipient of a 2012 Arbor Day Award in honor of its contribution to tree planting, conservation and stewardship.  The Arbor Day Foundation announced Tuesday that … Continue Reading

What Do Grizzlies Eat?

Grizzly- Skaggs

A better understanding of food sources for the region’s grizzly bear population will be key to better ascertaining its recovery and eligibility for delisting.  That was the conclusion of bear managers gathered in Jackson Hole this week for the semi-annual meeting of the Yellowstone Ecosystem Subcommittee of the Interagency Grizzly Bear Committee.  A major concern, says spokesman Gregg Losinski is … Continue Reading

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  • Tanker Crash Closes Eastbound US 30 Near Medicine Bow [PHOTOS] - May 24, 2013
    The Memorial Day Holiday is off to a sketchy start after a tanker rolled over on US 30, closing the eastbound lanes approximately seven miles west of Medicine Bow. The Wyoming Highway Patrol reports that the tractor trailer combination involved in the crash was pulling two tanker trailers. The rear trailer rolled off the roadway [...] [...]
  • Analysis of the Wyoming Capitol Continues to Progress - May 24, 2013
    The preliminary study to restore and rehabilitate the Wyoming Capitol is progressing as extensive assessment and evaluation is conducted to determine the overall needs of the building. Some of the more noticeable work was completed last week on the exterior of the building, including the dome. A team of three specialized engineers from a company [...] [...]
  • Warming Up Today With Thunderstorms Across The East - May 24, 2013
    Fog will quickly diminish across the far southeast corner of the state through the late morning hours today.  As soon as that sun comes out, temperatures will rise into the upper 70′s for many locations.  Winds will be lighter today, and not as gusty through the afternoon.  The best location for late-day developing thunderstorms will [...] [...]
  • Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend - May 24, 2013
    If you’re lucky enough to have Monday off for Memorial Day, don’t waste this three-day weekend. Get out and do something. Use it for what it’s intended for, but save some time for fishing. I’ll tell you what you can do on today’s show. [...]