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Blake Phelps provides a Field Report on the spring waterfowl migration at Freezeout Lake Wildlife Management Area following several conservation updates.
Recent research from Montana FWP indicates that elk populations in Northwest Montana remain stable despite predation from lions, bears, and wolves. Data shows that while some elk utilize private land for forage, the majority remain accessible on public land in timbered or difficult terrain.
In Oregon, the passing of House Bill 4134 increased the state lodging tax to 2.75% to generate 38 million dollars for habitat restoration and the State Wildlife Action Plan.
A study on YouTube wildlife content revealed that only 9% of videos focus on conservation, with very few viewers taking direct action on behalf of wildlife.
Across the Western U.S., record low snowpack and high temperatures in 2026 have already led to 1.5 million acres burned. These conditions are expected to reduce forage quality for wildlife and may trigger early fishing restrictions.
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