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Officials Discuss Management of Old Happy Jack Ski Area
Members of the Albany County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Forest Service officials met Monday to discuss a course of action after recent sledding accidents at the old Happy Jack ski area. No formal decisions were made at the meeting, but spokesmen said the agencies would work closely going forward to make the public aware of the risks inherent in using the area for winter activities...
Slow Down To Avoid Wildlife Collisions
Slow Down To Avoid Wildlife Collisions
Slow Down To Avoid Wildlife Collisions
  As the weather changes, many big game animals leave their summer and fall ranges to head for traditional wintering areas. Some animals move significant distances while others only move a few miles…but regardless of the distance, migration does occur every year and the migration routes often lead animals into conflict with motorists as they cross numerous highways on the way to their wintering ar
Grand Teton National Park Sees Accidents Decline
Grand Teton National Park Sees Accidents Decline
Grand Teton National Park Sees Accidents Decline
GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. (AP) — Grand Teton National Park reports a decline in collisions involving wildlife and vehicles last year compared to the year before. Park officials say 103 animals were hit or killed in the park by vehicles in 2011, down from 162 animals in 2010...

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