Montana Grayling - Final Push for ESA Listing

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is taking comments on the proposed listing of the Distinct Population Segment (DPS) of Arctic grayling (Thymallus arcticus) under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Following the status review, the Service will either publish a proposed rule to protect the Arctic grayling under the ESA, or a withdrawal from candidate status in the Federal Register by Sept. 30, 2014. This may be the final step in the long drawn out effort to provide federal protection for this iconic fish.

LINK (via:The Wildlife News)

You have until December 26h to submit a comment to help save Montana's Artic Grayling.

So far a grand total of 13 comments have been recieved.

Oil - Gas - Holy Waters

A recent state land auction may allow for significant oil and gas development near the Au Sable River. Needless to say those that care about the health of the Au Sable and her holy waters are deeply concerned and you should be too.

Final determination of leases will be made on December 12th, for more information on how you can help hit the link below.

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Proposed Bait Ban for B.C.'s Thompson River

In an effort to protect the declining numbers of Thompson River steelhead, the B.C. Ministry of the Environment is proposing a number of rule changes which includes a ban on the use of bait. The Ministry is seeking comments on the proposed changes so here's your chance to add your voice do something to help preserve Thompson steelhead. 

Deadline for comments is currently December 13th, registration is required.

LINK (via: Osprey Steelhead News)

What's your fortune for the Sacred Headwaters?

Next month Forest Ethics will deliver a message to BC Minister of Environment, Mary Polak, she can’t ignore: a giant fortune cookie filled with YOUR fortunes for the Sacred Headwaters.

While this land is protected from oil and gas companies, it’s time we demand it be protected from all types of development.

TAKE ACTION!

Write your fortune in one or two sentences, or select the one that's already written.

Bristol Bay Public Comment Deadline Extended to June 30

Today was to be the last day for submitting comments on Bristol Bay to the EPA.

From the EPA:

After considering the many requests to extend or maintain the length of the comment period, EPA has extended the deadline to submit public comments on the revised draft Bristol Bay assessment by 30 days, until June 30, 2013

An additional 30 days allows the public an opportunity to provide feedback on changes made to the assessment as a result of extensive input received in 2012. This extension is reasonable given the complexity and length of the revised draft assessment.

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Comment Now to the EPA to Protect Bristol Bay

Then tell a friend.

Because this issue is so important to sport fishing jobs in Bristol Bay, Crystal Creek Lodge is offering a chance to win an incredible 4-day trip for two to fish Bristol Bay, Alaska. Win the fishing trip of a lifetime by using the Tell a Friend feature after you take action. When you urge a friend to comment, you'll be automatically entered for this amazing trip to an award-winning lodge on the Naknek River.

Comment Now!