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Big Sky Connection - With summer travel season heating up and people visiting national parks, wildlife experts are asking people to give wild animals their space, not only for the animals' health and well-being, but for the safety of tourists. Comments from two spokespersons from Defenders of Wildlife: Chamois (SHAM-ee) Anderson, senior representative for the Rockies and Plains program; and Tracy Davids, senior southeast field representative.
Click on the image above for the audio. Wild animals can be aggressive if people don't respect their space, according to the National Park Service. (Adobe Stock)
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July 1, 2024 - Wildlife experts are warning people not to get too close to the animals in national parks as the summer travel season heats up. Overeager tourists can not only put themselves in danger, but threaten the animals.
Three million people visit Montana's Glacier national Park each year, and many want photos with the iconic Bison that are threatened and being reintroduced to the wild.
Chamois Anderson, senior representative for the Rockies and Plains program with Defenders of Wildlife, said while interaction with animals is part of the national park experience, it's important to give the bison their space - so tourists need to keep their distance.
"You know, they pull off the roadway to view bison, or maybe bears if they see one," said Anderson, "and they just want to get that selfie or that photo with their cellphone, and they approach these animals as if they're at a zoo. These are not zoos. These animals are very wild, and we need to keep them wild."
Anderson said she tells park visitors to stay at least 25 yards away from bison, and 200 yards from bears and wolves.
Defenders of Wildlife has released a video on YouTube describing what to consider when interacting with animals in Montana's Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks.
In North Carolina, Defenders of Wildlife's Senior Southeast Field Representative Tracy Davids said the group is going beyond educating tourists, and is also asking professional photographers to back off the remaining 20 or so Red Wolves in the eastern wetlands of the state.
"Particularly now during puppy season, we've had reports of photographers getting a little too close," said Davids. "Not so much putting themselves in jeopardy, but in a way that's harassing the wolves."
An 83-year-old woman from South Carolina sustained serious injuries when she was gored by a bison at Yellowstone in June.
The National Park Service says the bison was defending its space, came within a few feet of the woman and lifted her about a foot off the ground with its horns.
The Park Service says bison injure more people in Yellowstone than any other animal, typically one or two a year.
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PNS - Monday, July 1, 2024 - Fallout from the first presidential debate continues. Advocates are upset by a recent Supreme Court ruling on homelessness, and House Republicans plan to sue the U.S. Department of Justice.
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PNS - Monday, July 1, 2024 - Mail carriers celebrated on National Postal Workers Day; Beryl becomes 'extremely dangerous' Category 4 hurricane expected to bring life-threatening conditions to the Caribbean; MA boosts funding for 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline services; NV June primary shows high preference for mail ballots.
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BUTTE, MT - The World Museum of Mining is thrilled to announce the staging of “Butte the Bold,” an all-original, all-volunteer, living history play that brings Butte’s rich history to life. The play will be held at the Covellite Theatre on July 11 and July 18, 2024.
“Butte the Bold” tells the (mostly true) story of some lesser-known, yet no less important, characters and events in Butte’s past. The legendary miner and storyteller Matty Kiely narrates the play, portrayed by Butte’s own John Emeigh. Kiely guides the audience through each act, painting a colorful picture of some of Butte’s most captivating stories 12.
The Covellite Theatre, a historic structure built in 1896 and located in Uptown Butte, provides the perfect backdrop for this journey through time.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show begins at 7:30 PM. Tickets are available for $25.00. All proceeds from the event will support the World Museum of Mining’s mission to preserve and present the history of mining and the cultural heritage of Butte.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Butte’s history uniquely and engagingly. Book your tickets now for “Butte the Bold” and join us in celebrating the spirit of Butte!
To purchase tickets, visit www.covellitepresents.org.
About the World Museum of Mining:
The World Museum of Mining is dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of mining and the rich cultural heritage of Butte. Through exhibits, events, and educational programs, the museum brings the past to life for visitors of all ages.
Press Contact: Jeanette Kopf, Executive Director,
World Museum of Mining 155 Museum Way, Butte, MT 509701, www.miningmuseum.org
Covellite Theatre 215 West Broadway Stree, Butte MT 59701, www.covellitepresents.org
