The 2024 Mountain Towns Climate Solutions Summit last week in Jackson saw attendees from around the world for a series of presentations over two days.
Environment
Fish Creek Fire crews make progress, Togwotee Pass delays Thursday
Crews are making headway on the Fish Creek fire, though evacuation notices remain for nearby residents and driving delays are expected for Togwotee Pass.
The ups and downs of the Greater Yellowstone’s most iconic bird and how Jacksonites are saving it
Trumpeter Swans were once thought extinct in the continental US. At least, until a flock was found in Yellowstone, making this region a big reason for the iconic bird’s rebound.
Fish Creek Fire forces pre-evacuation notices along Togwotee Pass
Fremont County has issued pre-evacuation notices for businesses, homes and along a 6-mile stretch of the popular highway over Togwotee Pass.
New fire rapidly burning in Bridger Teton National Forest
The Forest Service is asking for additional firefighting resources to control the blaze.
How do rock climbers balance safety with Leave No Trace principles? It’s an ongoing debate
Climbers have a long history of ‘fighting the system.’ Now they’re in a big disagreement with some conservationists and the federal government over proposed regulations in the wilderness.
Community Solar Project aims to lower energy cost
A Teton County energy conservation group has agreed to lease agricultural land near Afton to build a residential community solar project — the first project of its kind in Wyoming.
‘Selfie control’: Instagram filter judges distance from wildlife
A new social media tool aims to help visitors to Jackson, Wyoming, stay a safe distance away from wildlife, and there’s already interest from other parts of our region.
Wilson bear first local relocation this year
The US Fish and Wildlife Service and Shoshone National Forest moved the young male bear northwest of Cody after the risk of human-bear conflict had become too high.
