A University of Montana study adds more evidence that climate change is contributing to more and bigger wildfires, as evidenced by this June’s high temperatures and early season fires in Montana. This week, the University of Montana College of Forestry and Conservation, along with the University of Wyoming, published recent research indicating that high-elevation forests in … [Read more...] about UM study: High forests in central Rockies burning more than in 2,000 years

(Daily Montanan) A dispute about the wolf population around Yellowstone National Park and the size of elk herds has gotten chippy, as at least one Fish Wildlife Parks Commissioner alleged intentional pain and suffering, while an outdoor group claims the commissioners who are now in the minority are using legal stall tactics to appease out-of-state environmental groups. The … [Read more...] about Lawsuit challenges gray wolf harvest near Yellowstone National Park

Missoulians are fortunate to be surrounded by fantastic river recreation opportunities. As summer heats up, many of us are headed out for floating, fishing, and fun. But with the warm weather also comes crowded access points and more pressure on – and trash in – the river. Since river corridors are some of the most ecologically important habitats in western Montana – … [Read more...] about Sustainable Missoula: River ambassadors ensure safe, clean river fun

With the fire danger ticking up in Missoula and several fires already burning across the region, members of the Missoula City Council on Wednesday approved a $45,000 contract to conduct a thinning project on Mount Jumbo and in Marshall Canyon. The project, awarded to Watershed Consulting LLC, continues a forest management plan detailed in the Mount Jumbo Forest Management … [Read more...] about Missoula awards forest thinning project on Mt. Jumbo as Red Lodge fire burns