Recently, the University of Wyoming Biodiversity Institute held a film screening of The Sagebrush Sea, along with a panel discussion n August 12th. The panel was comprised of Marc Dantzker, the film’s producer, Brian Rutledge, a biologist, and Dr. Matt Holloran, the National Audubon Society’s Conservation and Policy Advisor. The film was first aired onContinue reading “A Review on the Sagebrush Sea”
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Governor’s Energy Strategy Provides Leadership from Wyoming
Wyoming is the Number One Energy Exporting State in America Wyoming leads the nation in energy exports to the rest of the country and takes pride in its high standards for environmental stewardship. Today, Governor Matt Mead unveiled his Energy Strategy: “Leading the Charge: Wyoming’s Action Plan for Energy, Environment and Economy.” According to GovernorContinue reading “Governor’s Energy Strategy Provides Leadership from Wyoming”
Wyoming Approaches Coal Mining Milestone
Governor Matt Mead announced last week that Wyoming will mine its ten billionth ton of coal in May.“This is a significant achievement for our state and country. Coal mining has provided thousands of jobs in Wyoming over the last 150 years, all the while fueling America’s economy,” Governor Mead said. “Coal has helped make AmericaContinue reading “Wyoming Approaches Coal Mining Milestone”
What We’re Thankful For in 2012
An abundant, safe and affordable food supply Hardworking agriculturists who produce our food, fiber and important byproducts Abundant and affordable energy The energy workers who work hard to develop it Small town living and the residents and business owners that keep them strong You, our readers and followers on the RealRanchers.com Blog, Facebook, Twitter andContinue reading “What We’re Thankful For in 2012”
Ranching and Coal Bed Methane
Wyoming ranchers Dudley and Marilyn Mackey live in Gillette, Wyo. where they are involved in both ranching and energy work. Marilyn’s family homesteaded the ranch in 1917 and she and Dudley are now the 4th generation on the ranch, running in a partnership with her parents, Marion & Mary Scott. The Mackey’s run Red AngusContinue reading “Ranching and Coal Bed Methane”