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Lawmakers OK expanding privacy on feedlot manure
Mar 09, 2010
Idaho Statesman
The Idaho cattle industry is raising a stink in hopes of restricting public access to the state's oversight of feedlot manure operations.
Groups to Rally for Bull Trout Protections
Feb 25, 2010
Seattle PI
ICL and others rally to support stronger protections for bull trout.
Judge Says Helicopters Can Land in Wilderness for Purpose of Tagging Wolves
Feb 19, 2010
Lewiston Tribune
A federal judge denied conservation groups' request for an injunction against helicopter landings in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness.
Suit: Chopper Landings Violate the Law in the Frank Church
Feb 04, 2010
New West
ICL and others rally to protect the Frank Church Wilderness from illegal helicopter use and cite alternative methods
Budget Woes Reduce Idaho Water Quality Monitoring
Jan 31, 2010
Idaho Statesman
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality has ended a partnership with the U.S. Geological Survey to conduct water quality monitoring of streams, lakes and rivers throughout the state.
Why Is a Utility Paying Customers?
Jan 24, 2010
The New York Times
“That was a no-brainer,” said Courtney Washburn, a Boise resident who works for the Idaho Conservation League and who received a letter from Idaho Power promoting the insulation rebate.
"Everyone has a right to enjoy our national forests, but no one has the right to abuse them," said Brad Smith, of the Idaho Conservation League.
Jan 23, 2010
Idaho Statesman
Conservation Groups are holding the Forest Service accountable for not protecting water quality and wildlife habitat from OHV abuses.
Lawsuit Challenges Forest's Motorized Travel Plan
Jan 23, 2010
AP
ICL and The Wilderness Society fear that the new Salmon-Challis NF travel plan fails to protect clean water and pristine backcountry areas from damage by motorized vehicles.
Mountains of Mercury
Jan 11, 2010
High Country News
Mercury released from the nation's dirtiest cement plant (in Durkee, Oregon) went virtually unnoticed for 30 years.
Learn How to Behave in Avalanche Terrain
Jan 08, 2010
Idaho Mountain Express
With avalanche risk high in the backcountry, ICL and The Elephant's Perch are hosting avalanche awareness and a slideshow Thursday, Jan 14.
Wilderness Will Be Open to F&G Copter Landings
Dec 23, 2009
Lewiston Tribune
The Forest Service approved IDFG's request to land helicopters in the Frank Church Wilderness Area to dart and collar wolves.
Feds May OK Helicopter Landings in the Frank Church Wilderness
Dec 18, 2009
Times-News
Today, the USFS could approve a request by Idaho Fish and Game to land helicopters in the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness.
Idaho Clean-coal Permit Sets National Standard in the Fight Against Climate Change
Nov 30, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Groundbreaking agreement provides new jobs and limits greenhouse gases.
Proposed Mine Project Could Drastically Change Landscape
Nov 25, 2009
KTVB Channel 7
Approval of a proposed open pit mine in Boise County may cause pollution in the Boise River.
Proposed Cumo Mine Could Drastically Change Landscape
Nov 24, 2009
Channel 7 News
The proposed Cumo Mine in the Boise River headwaters could harm water quality for downstream users.
Saving Public Access: The Pend Oreille Bay Trail
Nov 18, 2009
New West Community Blogs
ICL's north Idaho associate Susan Drumheller works to create a public trail along the shores of the Lake Pend Oreille.
Suspended UI Prof Repeats Sheep Claims in Journal
Nov 16, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Researcher runs afoul of agreement that she wouldn't disseminate information pending investigation into her conduct.
Board Announced to Oversee Levy
Nov 09, 2009
Idaho Mountain Express
Blaine County Commissioners, staff, and nonprofit partners have created the levy advisory board.
Groups urged to work together on national forest issues
Oct 29, 2009
Lewiston Tribune
Former Chief of the Forest Service, Dale Bosworth encourages the Clearwater Basin Collaborative to continue working towards solutions.
New Long Distance Migration Route for Pronghorn Found in Idaho
Oct 29, 2009
Newsblaze.com
Amazing new study on pronghorn in the Pioneers
Barker: Bill Meadows Would Lock in Status Quo for Timber Industry
Oct 26, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Rocky Barker looks at Bill Meadow's call for a National Climate Trust and provides an update on the roadless rule stalemate.
Federal Judge Shutters Idaho Grazing Allotment
Oct 19, 2009
Associated Press
A federal judge ruled that a state law fell short and the BLM must protect bighorn sheep. The BLM won't fight the ruling.
Idaho Again Wants to Land Choppers in Wilderness
Oct 02, 2009
The Seattle Times
Idaho again wants permission to land helicopters in the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness to dart wolves and outfit them with radio collars.
Letter: Forest Service Did Right Thing
Sep 23, 2009
Idaho Mountain Express
Letter to the Idaho Mountain Express regarding the Forest Service decision to deny a cell tower on Galena Summit.
Column: Conservationists' Opposition to Hunting Wolves is Wrongheaded
Sep 16, 2009
The Western News
A column written by a former ICL staffer on wolf hunting.
Power Lines Planned from the Plains to the Pacific, But Not Without Resistance
Sep 13, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Two projects, considered vital to the region's future power needs, can't seem to find the path of least resistance.
State Approves Construction of Idaho Power Plant
Sep 03, 2009
Times-News
The Idaho Conservation League objects to state approval of a new Idaho Power plant.
Idaho OKs Power Plant in Payette County
Sep 01, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Over our objections, Idaho Power moves forward with a new natural gas plant.
Hike, Hike, Hike
Aug 31, 2009
Boise Weekly
Take a hike with us!
Lover of Art Is Remembered This Month
Aug 30, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Kathy Troutner-Johnson will be remembered for her passion for the arts and the natural world.
Ag Waste Proposal Narrowed to Address Manure Only
Aug 27, 2009
Capital City Press
A proposed rule by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture governing setbacks on agricultural waste—such as manure, whey, compost, mint tailings, and cull onions and potatoes—has been narrowed in scope to apply only to livestock manure.
Cliff Hanger
Aug 23, 2009
The Spokesman-Review
Volunteers are high on maintaining the Mallard Peak lookout.
Idaho Governor Hopes to Revive Sheep Dispute Talks
Aug 21, 2009
Lewiston Tribune
Otter seeks solution to the issue of domestic grazing in areas occupied by bighorns.
Otter Helped Idahoans by Helping Himself
Aug 14, 2009
Lewiston Tribune
Gov. Butch Otter got a political dividend when the Department of Environmental Quality Board signaled its intent to tighten state regulation of mercury.
Waste Storage a Toxic Topic
Aug 12, 2009
The Spokesman-Review
Spokesman-Review on East Mission Flats Repository
Kudos to Mercury Plan
Aug 04, 2009
Idaho Press-Tribune
Find out what we are doing to protect you and your family from mercury pollution.
Moving on Mercury
Aug 03, 2009
Idaho Statesman
ICL works to protect you and your family from mercury.
Fernan Project May Face Suit
Jul 30, 2009
The Spokesman-Review
Protecting Fernan Lake from pollution
Mercury Rules Rising - Strange Bedfellows Prevail
Jul 30, 2009
Idaho Statesman
The Idaho Statesman covers the Idaho DEQ Board to regulate mercury.
Idaho DEQ Plans to Reduce Mercury Rising by Regulating Pollution
Jul 30, 2009
Public News Service
Thanks to the hard work of our program director, Justin Hayes, the Idaho DEQ Board has voted to regulate mercury pollution in Idaho's waterways.
Plan Near to Keep Bighorn and Domestic Apart
Jul 28, 2009
KCBI Channel 2 News
Idaho Fish and Game and sheep producers will release a plan on August 6 to segregate bighorn and domestic sheep.
The Wilderness Wars
Jul 27, 2009
The Atlantic
Our fearless leader, Rick Johnson, is featured in a story about wilderness protection in the West.
West Views: Comments from Around the West on Western issues
Jul 25, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Is Otter's outrage over mercury in Idaho selective?
Monsanto Wants Tighter Mercury Rules in Idaho
Jul 22, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Monsanto and Idaho Conservation League seek tighter mercury regulations in Idaho
EPA to develop financial assurance rules for mines
Jul 13, 2009
seattlepi.com
EPA financial assurance for mines
Hearings set for Idaho Power gas plant
Jul 08, 2009
Idaho Business Review
 
State should not rush decision on natural gas plant
Jun 26, 2009
Idaho Statesman
 
Simpson: odds good for local wilderness
May 20, 2009
Idaho Mountain Express
Legislation would confer highest protection to 318,765 acres north of Ketchum
Mussel-tainted vessel halted in Spokane
May 20, 2009
Bonner County Daily Bee
boat infested with invasive mussels threatened Idaho waters
Simpson optimistic about wilderness bill
May 19, 2009
Idaho Mountain Express
Legislation would change status of 318,000 acres north of Ketchum
Idaho congressional delegation revives dormant bipartisanship
May 19, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Rep. Mike Simpson and Rep. Walt Minnick at the Idaho Conservation League's annual meeting.
Environmental groups say Idaho gravel mine violates laws
Apr 27, 2009
Idaho Statesman
Idaho mine pollutes Salmon River
Crapo, Conservationists Laud Passage of Public Lands Bill
Mar 30, 2009
NewWest.Net
After 20 years of collaboration, the Owyhee-Bruneau Wilderness becomes the law of the land, as does protection for the Wyoming Range, plus a bonus for ranchers--money to compensate them for wolf depredation.
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