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Washington, D.C.

Defenders of Wildlife Announces Jake Li as New Vice President of Conservation Policy

Defenders of Wildlife is thrilled to announce Jake Li as its new Vice President of Conservation Policy. Jake is returning to Defenders, where he previously
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USDA Moves to Repeal Roadless Rule, Reigniting Fight for Public Lands

The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced its formal repeal of the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, a rule that for 25 years has protected millions
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Denver, CO

Colorado Senator Attempts to Block Wolf Reintroduction in Special Session

Colorado State Senator Dylan Roberts introduced legislation today in an attempt to halt the state’s historic gray wolf reintroduction program, which has already seen remarkable

Press Releases

Mexican Gray Wolf Protection Would Continue Under Fish and Wildlife Proposal

For Immediate Release Contact: Eva Sargent – 520.623.9653 Feds propose to delist gray wolf populations in the United States, but preserve protection for Mexican gray

USFWS walks away from real wolf recovery

National delisting proposal lowers bar for endangered species conservation WASHINGTON (June 7, 2013) – The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service released its proposal today to

Senator Wyden Releases New Plan for Northwest Forest Management

Washington, D.C. (May 23, 2013) — Oregon Senator Ron Wyden today released a framework for management of Oregon’s O&C forests. Below is a statement from

Gray wolves get more time to recover

Feds delay national delisting proposal indefinitely WASHINGTON (May 21, 2013) – The Associated Press reported yesterday that an anticipated proposal from the U.S. Fish and

Feds release regional grizzly bear conservation strategy

Coexistence and connectivity remain top priorities to continue successful recovery MISSOULA, Mont. (May 3, 2013) – The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service released yesterday its
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