Y2Y supporter Zackary Banegas shares some of the reasons he supports protecting the Upper Columbia and our mission to connect and protect habitat so that people and nature thrive.
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A bipartisan bill for America’s lands, water, wildlife and people
We are celebrating a recent conservation win for people and wildlife that has gained overwhelming bipartisan political support in the United States: the passing of the Great American Outdoors Act. Learn how you helped
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Getting grizzlies off ‘islands’ to support genetic diversity
The genetic diversity of grizzly bear populations is key to their, and other species’, health. Y2Y’s big-picture approach to conservation helps remedy genetic isolation and the loss of habitat. Read more about how you are helping keep grizzly bears safe and moving in Montana and Idaho.
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Nature is a place for all
No individual or group should feel left out of or discriminated against in nature, or anywhere else for that matter; but this isn’t yet the reality of our world. Hear from two individuals in the Yellowstone-to-Yukon region who have different experiences around diversity in the outdoors, and share your story.
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Five ways people are improving infrastructure to keep wildlife moving
Oftentimes, the seemingly “small” improvements to infrastructure like bridge and road enhancements can make a huge difference. Here are five ways Y2Y, our partners, and others are working to keep wildlife moving as safely as possible in the Yellowstone-to-Yukon region and beyond.
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A likin’ for lichen in the Yellowstone-to-Yukon region
Lichen is a great example of just how crucial it is to safeguard all species to ensure ecosystems are healthy overall.
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Three ways parks and diversity go hand-in-hand
The Alberta government’s 2020 parks cuts not only threaten the province’s diverse wildlife species, they overlook the role of parks in getting people out into nature regardless of ethnicity or national origin, race, gender, age or physical ability. Read on for three ways parks and diversity go hand-in-hand.
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Top tips for safely trail running in bear country
A self-described reluctant runner and bear enthusiast shares a few of the practices she uses when trail running in the Yellowstone to Yukon region to avoid causing problems for bears and other wildlife.
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Sharing knowledge and common goals to protect vulnerable species
For people and nature to thrive, we must work together. In this example of our work in wolverine conservation, find out why a combination of perspectives and people’s backgrounds are crucial to succeed.
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Wildlife needs room to roam
Just as you have made, or plan to make the journey to the Rockies, animals make long journeys to find food, mate and migrate. Wildlife need room to roam! Learn how you can help wildlife and wild places in this article, originally published in Where Rockies.
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Funding to help drive much-needed research into recreation in B.C., Alberta
New financial support is leveraging technology to help communities better understand recreation needs and patterns in and around western Canada’s mountain communities.
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