Do you operate in an area with wolves, grizzly bears or other large carnivores? Are you concerned about conflicts? Join Amber Mason, range rider at Ruby Dell Ranch and Rae Nickerson of Utah State University for a day of conversations and learning alongside livestock producers, range riders, agency representatives and organizations focused on applications of range riding for reducing wildlife-livestock conflicts. Topics of discussion will include:  

• What is range riding and defining effectiveness (needed skills) 

• The importance of context and operational considerations 

• Risk evaluation 

• Supporting tools 
• Communication and conflict mitigation 

Together with compensation, control, and collaboration, expanding access to range riding is an important piece of the puzzle for supporting resilient ranches, rural communities and thriving wildlife populations.  

When: November 13th and 14th 

Where: University of Montana Western, Dillon, MT  

Day 1 will center perspectives from range riders from Montana and around the West and how the practice fits in their operations. The day will include presentations, panels and group discussions. Lunch provided. 

Day 2 offers a full day of professional wildlife track and sign training provided by Cyber Tracker North America focused on the range rider skillset. Only 14 spots available, first come first serve with priority to range riders, livestock producers and agency representatives. Snacks provided. 

See the full agenda here.

Reserve your spot now! Register at wla.social/rr-mt-western

Please reach out to Matthew Collins at matt@westernlandowners.org if you have any questions about this convening.