Bridger-Teton National Forest reminds forest visitors that winter wildlife restrictions remain in effect until May 1st. Biologists stress that it is important that all users understand the importance of observing the critical winter range closure. When people access closed winter range, the animals using the area flee to new locations. That retreat requires animals, and especially ungulates like deer, elk and moose, to use energy they cannot spare. Additionally, it usually places them in areas less suitable for grazing or browsing, preventing them from gathering the energy they need for survival. This also leads to a weakened condition, which can have a direct effect on the animals’ ability to defend itself, making it more susceptible to predation and disease, and can lead to future reproduction problems in individual animals. Forest biologists also stress the importance of staying off freshly exposed slopes in and out of the closure areas, as these muddy, tender slopes are prone to damage from user traffic when wet.
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