Migration Corridors
Intact and expansive ungulate migrations are unique to Wyoming and the continuation of these animal movements relies on the conservation of key corridors in specific regions of the state.
The Greater Little Mountain Coalition (GLMC) supports a mosaic of management prescriptions that entail conservation, preservation, no surface occupancy, and gold book standard responsible energy development. The Coalition developed its proposal with a broad group of interests, including, Trout Unlimited, Muley Fanatic Foundation, United Steelworkers, Southwest Labor Council, and Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership.
Greater Little Mountain Coalition
The Greater Little Mountain Coalition supports Preferred Alternative D of the current draft Rock Springs Field Office’s Resource Management Plan Revision. The Coalition developed its proposal with a broad group of interests. The management recommendations in the Coalition’s proposal helps to strike a balance between opportunities for wildlife and recreation and energy development.
Maps
*NEW – GLMA Habitat Project Map
Background
Rock Springs Office of BLM: The Rock Springs planning area includes 3.6 million acres of surface land and 3.5 million acres of mineral estate, administered by the BLM in portions of Lincoln, Sweetwater, Uinta, Sublette, and Fremont counties in southwestern Wyoming. The field office administers a variety of programs, including mineral exploration and development, renewable energy, wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation, wild horses, livestock grazing, and historic trails. (Rock Springs RMP Revision)
Timeline
- 2016 – Alternatives analysis
- 2nd Qt – 2017 – Draft RMP revision/Draft EIS
- 3rd Qt – 2018 – Proposed RMP revision/Final EIS
- 2nd Qt – 2019 – Record of Decision
The Greater Little Mountain Coalition was convened to organize sportsmen and women, members of local businesses, union members, and concerned citizens- – who want to see the Greater Little Mountain Area’s rugged landscape — continue to support abundant wildlife populations, sensitive species, and provide ample recreation opportunities.
As one of Sweetwater County and Wyoming’s most popular hunting, fishing, recreation and wildlife viewing areas, the Greater Little Mountain Coalition supports responsible energy development in the Little Mountain area. This approach dictates that critical habitat areas be set aside from energy development while other areas be carefully developed so that the great fish and wildlife heritage of the region is preserved. Read the informational brochure. (pdf)
Our goal is long-term protection of vital fish & wildlife habitat and fishing and hunting opportunities in this unique area of southwest Wyoming.
Who We Are
View the infographic.
The Greater Little Mountain Coalition is a group of sportsmen’s organizations and concerned citizens who want to see the Greater Little Mountain Areas rugged and sensitive landscape continue to support abundant wildlife & fish populations, including Colorado River cutthroat trout and sensitive species, and provide ample recreation opportunities.
Why We Care
This unique high desert habitat region is considered by biologists and resource managers to be some of the most sensitive fish and wildlife habitat in Wyoming. To sportsmen and women, Little Mountains is known as a premier hunting and fishing destination that plays an irreplaceable role in Wyoming’s outdoor heritage.
How You Can Help
To pass Little Mountain’s amazing habitat and sporting opportunities on to future generations, we’ll need your help.
Visit GreaterLittleMountain.com to learn more. Connect with the Greater Little Mountain Coalition on Facebook.
Sign up Today to stay informed about threats to Little Mountain Area & opportunities to help out with on-the-ground projects, contact Joy Bannon for details at [email protected]
Coalition Partners:
- Bowhunters of Wyoming: Steve Martin -307-350-0486, [email protected]
- Muley Fanatic Foundation: Josh Coursey – 307-389-7495, [email protected]
- Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership: Nick Dobric – 307-220-0436, [email protected]
- Trout Unlimited: Tasha Sorensen – 307-256-3446, [email protected]
- United Steelworkers Local 13214: Monte Morlock – 307-389-4701, [email protected]
- Wyoming Wildlife Federation: Joy Bannon – 307-287-0129, [email protected]
Casper Star-Tribune Op-Ed by Joy Bannon, WWF Field Director
Bannon: Southwest Wyoming’s Outdoor Riches Must Be Conserved
Southwestern Wyoming is a paradise for sportsmen and women, from small streams in the Greater Little Mountain area — providing excellent native cutthroat trout fisheries — to the moose and mule deer in the Big Sandy area to the desert elk herd of the Jack Morrow Hills. People from across the state and region travel to the area for the great hunting, fishing, recreation and breathtaking landscapes. Read More
Check out this great video on this special area at www.tu.org/blog-posts/a-voice-for-little-mountain and also read about it on a blog post by Matt Copeland, wildlife communications and writer at WyoFile.
The Issues Addressed
Each Program that Wyoming Wildlife Federation runs affects a variety of different conservation Issues. Click on an Issue to find out more about it.
Outreach and Local Engagement
Local engagement in communities throughout the state is crucial in cultivating an informed and empowered conservation voice for Wyoming.
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