Audubon’s Bird-Friendly Ranching Certification has recognized more than 110 ranches across 15 states for their management practices that support habitat for declining bird populations. There are 16 certified ranches in Montana, including North Bridger Bison in Wilsall.
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Author Archives: Isabel Hicks
Isabel Hicks is a freelance writer based in Bozeman. She reported hundreds of stories for the Bozeman Daily Chronicle through the Report for America service program. Isabel grew up in Denver and studied journalism and environmental studies at Colorado College. This summer you can find her growing vegetables at Amaltheia Dairy and floating the Yellowstone River. Follow Isabel on Twitter @isabelrhicks.