American Prairie - 88,000 acres of access

[Forkyfinder]

Then they become just like every other private land owner in the area.

Except theyd have tolerance for elk numbers.

 

[Straight Arrow]

Then they become just like every other private land owner in the area.

That is doubtful, as AP has invested in extensive camping, nature trails, educational programs for the public, flora and fauna research programs, and much more. Too much development and even hardscape for the public to just abandon.
Skepticism is okay, but recognition of factual information and considering higher motives is actually more positive.

Must be human nature, but I'll never understand why negativity and criticism is so easy for so many, even in the face of good things to admire and applaud.
It suprises me that some naysayers here don't criticize and conjure up nefarious potential motives of ranchers who sign up for Block Management, saying, "They're gonna eventually pull the BM and not let me hunt. They are just like every other private land owner in the area!"

 

[cgasner1]

That is doubtful, as AP has invested in extensive camping, nature trails, educational programs for the public, flora and fauna research programs, and much more. Too much development and even hardscape for the public to just abandon.
Skepticism is okay, but recognition of factual information and considering higher motives is actually more positive.

Must be human nature, but I'll never understand why negativity and criticism is so easy for so many, even in the face of good things to admire and applaud.
It suprises me that some naysayers here don't criticize and conjure up nefarious potential motives of ranchers who sign up for Block Management, saying, "They're gonna eventually pull the BM and not let me hunt. They are just like every other private land owner in the area!"

Kinda think he meant you were never gonna have access anyways so what’s the big deal. Should appreciate what they are doing now

 

[Straight Arrow]

Governor, delegation send letter to Interior over American Prairie

State economy, grazing rights were the primary concern in the letter as ranchers worry about spread of brucellosis

dailymontanan.com

AMERICAN PRAIRIE Nonsense
Since first acquisition we have supported American Prairie (AP). Criticism from agricultural producers’ irrational ideology based on false information has been refuted and lawsuits regarding federal grazing permits have supported AP’s rights.

For the Governor and entire Congressional delegation from Montana to send a letter opposing American Prairie is appalling and highly disappointing.

The small number of bison on AP lands compared to thousands of cattle and many ranchers leasing AP pastures demonstrates support of the cattle industry. Those critics seem to ignore that bison are classified as livestock and fall under the oversight of the Montana Department of Livestock.

The more far-reaching mission of AP in managing, researching, and improving Montana’s grasslands will prove to be beneficial to the landscape, to natural flora and fauna, and to the health of Montana’s agriculture industry for future generations. Collaboration between AP land managers and National Geographic scientists is a partnership to be appreciated by all Montanans.

Thousands of acres of heretofore closed Montana lands are now open to the public for hunting, hiking, camping, and many outdoor recreational opportunities.

AP educational and research programs welcome public participation and are widely applauded. AP spokesperson Pete Geddes points to the impressive benefits to central Montana from jobs, taxes, and money infused into the area’s economy.

Brucellosis concerns are real, however the paranoia expressed for decades about disease spread from Turner bison ranches and other ranches has proven to be emotional … NOT factual. Those livestock and AP bison are tested and are brucellosis free.

The image described previously by a Montana legislator depicting bison bulls crashing through fences, damaging crops, and raping polled Hereford cows is nonsensical!

 

[Big Fin]

UPOM has made asses of themselves by opposing a non-profit group's effort to help private landowners maximize their property rights. Seems the highest level elected officials of Montana now seem concerned that they missed the "Hypocrisy train."

All aboard. I'm thankful I had to delay my podcast with them until mid-November. Adding this little stunt of "performative politics" will make the episode even better content.

 

[sapperJ24]

Interesting to see APR make an appearance in this following piece.

Couple Donate Legacy 38,000-Acre, $21 Million Cattle Ranch To Keep It A Ranch

Dale Veseth runs cattle on the same Montana ranch his father did and his grandfather before him. He’s now donated the 38,000-acre, $21 million ranch to…

cowboystatedaily.com

 

[Forkyfinder]

Apr has 900 bison - has there been a single case of transmission of brucellosis to cattle in the area?

 

[Cornbread]

UPOM has made asses of themselves by opposing a non-profit group's effort to help private landowners maximize their property rights. Seems the highest level elected officials of Montana now seem concerned that they missed the "Hypocrisy train."

All aboard. I'm thankful I had to delay my podcast with them until mid-November. Adding this little stunt of "performative politics" will make the episode even better content.

Thanks for disclosing your true colors.

 

[Gellar]

Apr has 900 bison - has there been a single case of transmission of brucellosis to cattle in the area?

To my knowledge, and googling abilities, there has never been a confirmed case of brucellosis in cattle from wild bison. In or around 1900 Texas an and m researchers showed that it was possible.

The Apr bison are not “wild” so I’m guessing they fall under the ag department and are routinely given shots and tested?

 

[Forkyfinder]

Thanks for disclosing your true colors.

Im missing it? Seems like the colors i expected.

 

[El Jason]

Thanks for disclosing your true colors.

Do You truly lack the cognitive ability to see UPOMs hypocrisy? It’s not about true colors. It’s reality.

 

[El Jason]

The Apr bison are not “wild” so I’m guessing they fall under the ag department and are routinely given shots and tested?

Bison are classified as livestock in Montana

 

[one ate E grain]

I read the first page of comments carefully, then saw there were 11 more pages It's better than turning the land into ranchettes, ,,, I guess. I'd be much happier if it were turned into public land with the stipulation it's never sold or developed but used for conservation and recreation, even energy if need be. Big private land turns me commie.

I did see Peter Kareiva listed on the board, he is mostly a good one after he saw the light on spotted owls.

 

[Straight Arrow]

The Apr bison are not “wild” so I’m guessing they fall under the ag department and are routinely given shots and tested?

FYI, all bison in Montana, wild or not are classified as "livestock" and fall under oversight of the Montana Department of Livestock.

Those on ranches are tested and vaccinated.

Essentially, the only ones potentially carrying brucellosis are Yellowstone Park bison.

 

[Forkyfinder]

Bison are classified as livestock in Montana

Even the ones on reservation land?

 

[Gellar]

FYI, all bison in Montana, wild or not are classified as "livestock" and fall under oversight of the Montana Department of Livestock.

Those on ranches are tested and vaccinated.

Essentially, the only ones potentially carrying brucellosis are Yellowstone Park bison.

Now that I you say that even about wild bison being livestock i think I recall that from maybe when someone on here recapped a bison hunt? None the less, the argument that wild bison transmit brucellosis should be mute.

 

[Straight Arrow]

Now that I you say that even about wild bison being livestock i think I recall that from maybe when someone on here recapped a bison hunt? None the less, the argument that wild bison transmit brucellosis should be mute.

I don't understand what you are saying.