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Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
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We like to think big. Y2Y connects and protects habitat from Yellowstone to Yukon so people and nature can thrive. Header photo: T Malish
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Earlier this month, children planted native trees and shrubs along a newly opened fish passage at the Okanagan Lake Dam. The vegetation will help keep the water cool for migrating salmon as they bypass the dam. First published by our friends at @indiginews.bsky.social: thenarwhal.ca/syilx-childr...
syilx children plant shrubs to help salmon | The Narwhal
Elementary students plant native trees and shrubs to help salmon migrate through a new fish passageway at the Okanagan Lake Dam
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November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Wyoming is poised to protect the world’s biggest pronghorn herd – it has one of the longest landbased migration routes in the lower 48 states. It’s been years in the making.

Photo credit: Caitlin Tan

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As Wyoming moves to protect the world’s largest pronghorn herd, fed’s energy goals may supercede
Wyoming is faced with a tale as old as time: balancing multiple interests on public land. The state is poised to protect a threatened pronghorn herd, but federal directives for Unleashing American Energy could get in the way.
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October 30, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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We're hiring a Conservation Campaign Specialist to help shape the future of #Parks and #PublicLands in our province 🥾⛺🌲

Learn more and apply today at cpaws-southernalberta.org/careers/cons... 🍂

#Calgary #CalgaryJobs #YYC #YYCJobs #DefendAlbertaParks #DefendAbParks #AlbertaParks
November 17, 2025 at 11:39 PM
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This weekend our president and chief scientist took to the #tedxboston stage at Planet Action to share the Y2Y mission and vision to connect and protect habitat so people and nature thrive, and 30+ years of progress making it happen. 🎉
Dr. Jodi Hilty stands on a blue and green stage with a presentation slide behind her
November 18, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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The Kaska’s land-use plan covers 99,000 square kilometres of its territory in northern B.C., about 10 per cent of the province.
Kaska, B.C. fast-track land use planning
Expedited land use plans are in the works for Nations in northwestern British Columbia, work that could shape the future of a sacred Kaska wilderness area.
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November 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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A recent study from Ktunaxa Nation indicates a proposed B.C. ski and recreation development could threaten grizzly bears, wolverines, and sacred lands.

Full release and paper >>
Ktunaxa research shows interior B.C. wildlife corridor at tipping point — resort would be step too far  - Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
The Zincton All-Season Resort proposed near New Denver, B.C., would cause significant harm to wildlife, habitat, and cultural values.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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What's scarier than ghosts? B.C. without its wild places.

Stay tuned for more.
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#SomethingWildThisWayComes
#BOOtifulBritishColumbia
#keepitwildbc
Some sort of google eyed creature is hiding under a sheet with two eye holes and two ear holes for large fluffy ears to poke through. Behind them is a river scene. Text on top says "boo."
October 31, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Join Y2Y's director of science and knowledge, Dr. Graham McDowell, as part of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival Fire and Ice Symposium. He will moderate panels on Nov. 4 and 5.

Details and tickets:
Fire and Ice Symposium | Banff, Alta. - Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
Y2Y's director of science and knowledge, Dr. Graham McDowell will be part of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival Fire and Ice Symposium.
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October 30, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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A new poll from @cpawsyukon.org shows that Yukoners overwhelmingly support stronger environmental protection & Indigenous-led conservation. This reflects a growing national movement in favor of nature conservation. Contact your MP and the PM to make your voice heard.
October 20, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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"Climate change for me is no longer a remote phenomenon; rather, it is encroaching into daily life. The ability to recreate and enjoy our home landscapes is changing and will continue to be altered." — Y2Y intern Jesse House

Read on for more about how climate change is shifting recreation >>
The Gritty Truth: Climate Change and Rock Climbing - Mountain Life
How can climbers and other outdoorists use climate solutions and science at a scale that matters?
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October 21, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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After 30 years of large-scale conservation efforts, we're just getting started: y2y.net/30years

Photo: K. Heuer
Two grizzly bear cubs in a field
October 10, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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A new IUCN report showcases the importance of large-scale conservation initiatives, including the Yellowstone to Yukon region. 12 case studies dive into how large-scale, connected conservation is securing a thriving future for nature and people alike.

Read more:
Scaling Up: Conservation in a Connected World
Our planet is facing an unprecedented and accelerating biodiversity crisis, driven by human activity and compounded by climate change, which is bringing ever more severe weather to a world already str...
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October 9, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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Join us Oct. 15 at noon MT to learn how remote cameras and GPS collars are revealing wildlife movement patterns along Highway 3. Researchers will share insights on animal crossings — and how we can make journeys for all safer through this landscape.

Register:
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A map of various planned and in construction wildlife crossings on Highway 3 through southern Alberta and B.C.
October 9, 2025 at 6:32 PM
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Calling Canadian early-career researchers! The Y2Y Sarah Baker Memorial Fund is now accepting applications.
This year, two awards of up to $5,000 are available for conservation research projects that help connect and protect habitat from Yellowstone to Yukon.

Deadline: Nov 26, 2025
Details:
Grants - Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
Learn how Y2Y can support your conservation project a realize the vision of connecting and protecting the Yellowstone to Yukon region.
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October 7, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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Roadless areas are “incredibly important from an ecological standpoint,” says Leslie Weldon, former deputy chief of the US Forest Service and Y2Y board member.

But that's just the start of the impacts if the Roadless Rule is overturned. Read more in this opinion from @bengoldfarb.bsky.social
A road runs through it - The Boston Globe
America’s wild lands are already home to vast networks of paved and dirt roads. Now the Trump administration is about to expand their reach.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Y2Y is now a partner of Nature Investment Hub. We look forward to being part of their work to scale nature-positive activities across Canada that support solutions for biodiversity and climate.
More > natureinvestmenthub.ca/new-partners...
A graphic with a quote from Dr. Jodi Hilty, Y2Y's president and chief scientist
October 3, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Outside of Osburn, Idaho, a defunct bridge has become a new wildlife crossing. Fencing was installed to funnel wildlife to the overpass, costing $645,000. The bridge will be removed in the next 10 years but residents hope a new crossing will replace it.

www.hcn.org/articles/for...
Osburn’s bridge to nowhere becomes a lifeline for Silver Valley’s elk - High Country News
Idaho’s newest wildlife crossing didn’t need to be built. It already existed near Coeur d’Alene.
www.hcn.org
October 2, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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It's the last day. Can we break through to 200,000 comments?
y2y.bsky.social Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative @y2y.bsky.social · Sep 8
Stop the repeal of the Roadless Rule protecting 58 million acres of U.S. National Forest. A major slice of wilderness is at risk of mining, logging and road construction.

Send your comments by Sept. 19! yellowstonetoyukon.nationbuilder.com/protectroadl...
A view of the Bitterroot Mountains: a blue lake with high mountains around it and many green evergreen trees
September 19, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Exciting news from Canada's North! The proposed Teetł'it Gwinjik (Peel River) watershed national park has cleared a major hurdle: the feasibility study is complete and negotiations are now underway.

#ProtectThePeel
Indigenous-led conservation advances as Teetł'it Gwinjik (Peel River) proposal moves to negotiations - Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
Y2Y celebrates the recent announcement that the proposed national park in the Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) watershed in northern Canada.
y2y.net
September 11, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Calling all #SciArtSeptember artists & beyond…

What about your art being featured on licence plates in #Montana celebrating wildlife crossings and migration?

@y2y.bsky.social @largelandscapes.org
@lizlagomorph.bsky.social

#GenerationRestoration needs to be visualised & communicated! 🖼️
Help Tell the Story of Montana’s Big Game Migration—Through Art | Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks and conservation partners launch the Montana Big Game and Wildlife Highway Crossings License Plate Artwork Contest Montana’s big game species—elk, mule deer, moose, pron...
www.trcp.org
September 10, 2025 at 10:04 AM
y2y.bsky.social
Stop the repeal of the Roadless Rule protecting 58 million acres of U.S. National Forest. A major slice of wilderness is at risk of mining, logging and road construction.

Send your comments by Sept. 19! yellowstonetoyukon.nationbuilder.com/protectroadl...
A view of the Bitterroot Mountains: a blue lake with high mountains around it and many green evergreen trees
September 8, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Join us in Banff this Friday Sept. 12 for a special event. Hear from Bhutan's Chief Forestry Officer & tour experts about Bhutan's incredible national parks. Free tickets but RSVP to grab your spot, doors open at 630pm.
Details: harveylocke.com/bhutaninvite/
#yycevents
BhutanInvite - Harvey Locke
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September 8, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Sign a petition before Sept. 9 to make sure wildlife crossings are a commitment on Highway 1 through Yoho National Park.

Wildlife crossings work, and they save lives. They prevent collisions, protect our ecosystems, and ensure safe passage for animals.

www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...
September 4, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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Y2Y is seeking an administrator to work with our donor relations & communications teams. This position is in Y2Y’s main office, located in Canmore, Alberta.

Apply before September 26. Details, including salary expectations, at y2y.net/careers
Conservation Career Opportunities - Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative
Find your career in conservation or other opportunities to support the effort to connect and protect the Yellowstone to Yukon region.
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August 28, 2025 at 4:58 PM
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URGENT: Deadline extended to Sept. 8

These proven solutions reduce crashes by 96% while protecting wildlife. States want $550M in projects but only $350M is available.

Submit your comment to Federal Register before the new deadline. Help save both drivers and wildlife.
Advancing a Surface Transportation Proposal That Focuses on America's Most Fundamental Infrastructure Needs
The current authorization for Federal surface transportation programs is set to expire on September 30, 2026. In preparation for the next surface transportation reauthorization bill, and to ensure tha...
www.federalregister.gov
August 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM