Here is an update on our seminar to advance clear thinking in the contentious arena of environmental and natural resource policy. We have recently received foundation funding to initiate this program.  These funds will provide scholarships to cover the clerks’ costs.

The dates are this August 25th to 29th.  Foundation grants to FREE will reimburse participants’ transportation costs to Bozeman up to $550, cover room and meals while here and the field trip to Yellowstone Park.

The program will be based at Trout Chasers Lodge near Gallatin Gateway, Montana.  This lodge is twenty minutes from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport and two miles from John’s ranch (and the FREE office). The conference will include an evening event at the ranch and an opportunity to experience fly-fishing.

Bob Barbee, former (and famous) Yellowstone Park Superintendent has agreed to again be our tour guide through the Park. Bob was Superintendent during the fires of 1988 and was deeply involved in returning the wolves to Yellowstone. Bob was with the National Park Service for 37 years and often received highly sensitive assignments.  

We are receiving and evaluating nominations and will announce acceptances March 1st.