One of the West's great old-school monopolies and its multi-pronged attack on wind and solar.
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September 2, 2013
Western and Mexican conservationists race to save grasslands -- and the species that depend on them. Plus, Idaho's power struggle, community-driven efforts to regulate fracking, and more.
Feature
Western and Mexican conservationists race against time to save grasslands – and the bird species that depend on them.
Current
Are the West’s energy fields the last bastion of the American Dream?
In the fight over oil and gas regulation, local control gains ground.
‘Stu for Silverton’ debuted this summer in Seattle.
A permit for an inactive mine may be renewed.
Trucks winding through Idaho and Montana are still an issue for locals.
With a $17 billion backlog, this NPS agency needs a funding facelift.
Editor's Note
A conservative movement embracing rooftop solar seems to be emerging.
Essays
An injured black bear draws sympathy from the community.
Book Reviews
A review of Middle Men by Jim Gavin
A review of A Guide to Being Born by Ramona Ausubel
A review of A President in Yellowstone: The F. Jay Haynes Photographic Album of Chester Arthur's 1883 Expedition, by Frank H. Goodyear III.
Heard Around the West
News of flash floods, radon huffing and more.
Dear Friends
Senator Michael Bennet and family, among others, visit HCN headquarters.
Letters
Today's Featured Stories
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RESTORATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR Grand Staircase Escalante Partners is hiring a full-time Restoration Program Coordinator based in Escalante, Utah. gsenm.org
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ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST Work passionately on behalf of the finest hiking and equestrian trail in the Western United States. Work for the Pacific Crest Trail Association! The Pacific...
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OFF-GRID, 2 CABINS, NO CCR'S, LOW TAXES, INCOME PRODUCING, 7.58 ACRES + 25 ACRES WITH YEAR ROUND STREAM! 7.58 Acres in Delta County for $198,000. and a contiguous 25 acre parcel of land zoned agricultural is available in Montrose county for an additional...
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CANYONLANDS FIELD INSTITUTE SEASONAL POSITIONS in Moab, UT start in Spring. Naturalist, River Guides, Camp Cooks, Internships available. Details at cfimoab.org/employment.
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SOUTHERN SIERRA REGIONAL REPRESENTATIVE Work passionately on behalf of the Pacific Crest Trail Association! Headquartered in Sacramento, California, PCTA is dedicated to protecting, preserving and promoting the Pacific Crest...
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STEWARDSHIP COORDINATOR The Rio Grande Headwaters Land Trust (RiGHT) seeks an energetic and motivated Stewardship Coordinator to manage on-going conservation easement stewardship and to work within our...
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PROGRAM MANAGER, TONGASS FOREST PROGRAM Program Manager, Tongass Forest Program Position Description The Southeast Alaska Conservation Councils Tongass Forest Program Manager coordinates all of the forest and land-use-related campaign work...
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STAFF ATTORNEY Friends of the San Juans is looking for an experienced attorney. Details at: http://sanjuans.org/2018/09/26/staff-attorney-fall-2018/
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR-FRIENDS OF GOLD BUTTE Reporting to the Board of Directors (Board), the Executive Director (ED) has overall operational responsibility for FoGB staff, programs, expansion, and execution of the mission....
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DO YOU HAVE A COMPLEX CONSERVATION CHALLENGE? Join the Center for Conservation Peacebuilding for a workshop to build your capacity to transform conflicts and create lasting solutions for people and wildlife. April...
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UPPER COLORADO RIVER BASIN WATER FORUM: BRIDGING SCIENCE, POLICY & PRACTICE Nov 7-8 in Grand Junction, CO Keynote: Brad Udall on Climate Change Other Topics: Threats to Food Energy Water Security From Forecasting to Decision-Making Science...
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BEAUTIFUL HOME ON EAST RIVER, CRESTED BUTTE, CO Skiing, biking, hiking, fishing, 3 bd/2 bth, deck. 1.38 acres, no covenants. Call Reggie Masters, Associate Broker Coldwell Banker Mountain Properties, 970-596-3568.
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SALMON RIVER IDAHO WILDERNESS RETREAT HOME Here is an opportunity to have a piece of self-sufficient paradise on Idaho's Main Salmon River adjacent to the largest Forest Service wilderness area in...
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COMING TO TUCSON?
Popular vacation house, furnished, 2 bed/1 bath, yard, dog-friendly. Lee at [email protected] or 520-791-9246.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Seeking passionate full-time Executive to lead the oldest non-profit organization in Idaho. Must have knowledge of environmental issues, excellent organizational, verbal presentation and written skills,...
