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Like the fish he championed, Brady swam upstream Sep 20, 2011 Lewiston Tribune: An editorial from Marty Trillhaase, a long time colleague of Robb Brady, who died this week.
TRANSMISSION: BLM launches drive to get public input on Gateway West routes, impacts Sep 08, 2011 Land Letter: Conservationists encourage members of the public to weigh in so that energy infrastructure projects like Gateway West have minimal effects on wildlife habitat.
Miners and Environmentalists may boost Idaho's economy by working together Aug 21, 2011 Idaho Statesman: In the state's mineral-rich but pristine mountains, miners and environmentalists need each other more than you might think.
'Extreme' is a relative term in public land politics across the U.S. Jun 13, 2011 Idaho Stateman: The longer you cover politics the easier it is to become jaded about the description of one side or the other as “radical” or “extreme.”
A is for Act (Idaho's Oil and Gas Conservation Act) Jun 08, 2011 Boise Weekly: Writing new rules while trying to satisfy everyone.
Forest co-op effort challenged: Environmental group wants USDA chief to investigate relationship between Forest Service, collaborative Jun 06, 2011 Lewiston Tribune: An environmental group is asking the head of the U.S. Department of Agriculture to investigate the relationship between the Clearwater National Forest and the Clearwater Basin Collaborative.
Our View: It's Our Water, And It's Our Business May 25, 2011 Idaho Stateman: It is with that churlishness and cluelessness that Atlanta Gold is threatening to walk away from its commitments to arsenic cleanup above the Boise River drainage.
Fracking Idaho May 25, 2011 Pacific Northwest Inlander: Idaho’s first commercial natural gas wells come to life, raising questions about a controversial mining technique.
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo Attends Weekend "Wild Idaho" Conference At Redfish Lake May 22, 2011 KMTV: One of Idaho’s U.S. Senators attended our conference this weekend at Redfish Lake.
Dredge Miners Strike Idaho Environmentalists' Ire May 14, 2011 Washington Examiner: ICL is asking the EPA to enforce provisions of the Clean Water Act that require hundreds of recreational suction dredge miners to get pollution permits.
Idaho PUC considers what's next for Idaho's green energy Apr 24, 2011 Idaho Stateman: Now, the Idaho Public Utilities Commission will address how the state should balance the demand for locally produced renewable energy with the desire for low power costs for Idahoans.
Groups Challenge Forest Service Approval of Idaho Project (04/05/2011) Apr 05, 2011 E&E reporter: Idaho Conservation League and others appeal CuMo Mine Exploration which threatens headwaters of the Boise River.
Idaho Power, unhappy with the fast growth of the wind industry, cautiously looks to the skies for the future Mar 27, 2011 Idaho Stateman: In the heat of August — when Boise residents are cranking up their air conditioners and farmers are pumping water onto thirsty crops — the solar resource in southern Idaho is estimated to be as good as in the desert Southwest.
Official: Sawmills Needed to Fight Bark Beetles Mar 24, 2011 Flathead Beacon: COEUR D'ALENE, Idaho – A viable timber industry is needed to help the U.S. Forest Service deal in an economical way with bark beetle infestations that have been ravaging forests in the Rocky Mountain West, an official with the U.S. Department of Agriculture said.
Agricultural nuisance bill reaches full Senate, industry lauds lawmakers' support Mar 23, 2011 Times-News: The Idaho Senate will now take up debate of a bill to strengthen the state’s Right To Farm Act, making it harder to successfully pursue nuisance complaints against agricultural operations.
Lakes Commission losing future funding Mar 05, 2011 Bonner County Daily Bee: Future funding has been cut off for one of the most vigilant water quality and quantity watchdogs for Pend Oreille and Priest lakes.
‘Wild lands’ order irks Idaho reps Mar 04, 2011 Idaho Mountain Express and Guide: Administration’s order allows BLM to protect some areas
Industry-backed water bill proceeds to the Senate Mar 01, 2011 Times-News: Two clean water bills went head-to-head in the Idaho House, and the one that emerged could end up forcing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to write Idaho’s water law.
Readers' View: BLM order simply reaffirms a policy Feb 08, 2011 Idaho Statesman: In response to concerns from Gov. Otter and other western politicians, John Robison, ICL's Public Lands Director and other conservationists respond. The op-ed clarifies that the BLM's new Wild Lands Policy is consistent with federal laws and clears up confusion emanating from a "behind-closed-doors" settlement between the Bush Administration and the State of Utah.
Idaho Conservation Group Models Enviro Success in a Tough Political Climate Feb 03, 2011 New West: The Idaho Conservation League has been a major force behind many environmental victories in a very conservative state. What’s its secret?
Decision favors Idaho roadless rule: Case divided national, regional environmental groups Feb 01, 2011 Lewiston Tribune: A federal judge upheld the Idaho Roadless Rule that was the product of years of collaborative negotiations. The rule guides management on more than 9 million acres of Idaho's national forests.
Upper Lochsa land deal opponents feel snubbed: But Forest Service says open house dealing with controversial plan not meant as forum for debate Jan 12, 2011 Lewiston Tribune: A land exchange between the Clearwater National Forest and Western Pacific Timber has some residents up in arms. Public meetings in Elk River, Moscow, Orofino and Elk City are taking place this week.
Concerned about grouse, groups ask China Mountain developer to reconsider Jan 02, 2011 Times News: ICL and others express concerns about the impacts that the China Mountain Wind Project would have on sage-grouse
Toxic chemical pollution down 8 percent in Nevada Dec 16, 2010 Las Vegas Sun: Overall releases of toxic chemicals to the environment by industry in Nevada decreased 8 percent in 2009 to 184 million pounds compared with the previous year, federal regulators reported Thursday.
Wildland advocates return from D.C. junket heartened Dec 16, 2010 Lewiston Tribune: Members of the Clearwater Basin Collaborative, including ICL's Jonathan Oppenheimer, recently visited Washington, D.C. to share information about the progress of the group to date. The CBC's vision is to enhance and protect the ecological and economic health of our forests, rivers and communities within the Clearwater Basin by working collaboratively across a diversity of interests.
Endangered Species Act Protections “Warranted” for Wolverines Dec 13, 2010 CommonDreams.org: Threats found to be of “high magnitude” yet species still awaits ESA listing.
Idaho Parks e-mails concern feds Dec 09, 2010 The Spokesman-Review: An e-mail exchange between state and federal officials that emerged publicly Wednesday highlights how motorized recreation and wildlife advocates are jockeying for influence in the debate over how best to manage north-central Idaho’s backcountry trails.
Crafting compromise: Despite widely disparate views, members of collaborative have come up with series of proposals that are headed to Washington, D.C. Dec 05, 2010 Lewiston Tribune: ICL is a participant in the Clearwater Basin Collaborative and this week, ICL's Jonathan Oppenheimer and other members of the group are back in DC to share some of the initial agreements.
Groups: Restore Idaho Water-Quality Monitoring Nov 20, 2010 Associated Press: State regulators, environmentalists and cities are pushing for Gov. C.L. "Butch" Otter and the Legislature to restore $350,000 in funding to resume monitoring pollution in Idaho's lakes and rivers, saying eliminating the cash for a third straight year could add to regulatory hurdles for business and dent the economy.
County Wants Water-Quality Funding Nov 17, 2010 Idaho Mountain Express: A lack of money results in a data gap.
Molybdenum Exploration Sparks Debate Over Idaho Watershed Sep 17, 2010 New York Times: Information on the proposed CuMo mine project.
Forest restoration plan advances: Collaborative effort would provide funds for work in Clearwater, Nez Perce forests Jul 23, 2010 Lewiston Tribune: A proposal from conservationists, timber, county and other participants in the Clearwater Basin Collaborative was approved by an advisory committee in Washington, DC and will attract restoration dollars to the Clearwater Basin.
Unease dogs Clagstone Meadows at hearing Jul 22, 2010 Bonner County Daily Bee: Water quality and quantity concerns raised by giant development proposal
Editorial: If Congress Can Agree on Anything, It Ought to be CIEDRA Jun 15, 2010 Twin Falls Times-News: The Boulder White Clouds bill shows that finding common ground is worthy of our support.
Central Idaho Wilderness Bill Rises Again Jun 14, 2010 Idaho Statesman: Supporters (like ICL) think the revised legislation has a better chance of passing this year.
Groups Sign Document Pledging Collaboration on Clearwater, Nez Perce Forest Management May 27, 2010 Lewiston Tribune: An agreement will improve communication and consideration of broadly supported forest management activities.
Clearwater Basin Project Is Nominated for National Funding May 22, 2010 Lewiston Tribune: A proposal from the Clearwater Basin Collaborative has cleared the first hurdle. The project would bring up to $4 million per year for restoration work in the Lower Selway and Middle Fork Clearwater watersheds.
Wolf Ecology Hike Featured on "Off the Trail" May 07, 2010 Boise State Radio: On this week's edition of "Off the Trail," Boise State Radio's Adam Cotterell looks at one of Idaho's most controversial animals. But it's not the wolf.
Lawsuit seeks new water protection rule in Idaho Apr 22, 2010 Idaho Statesman: We are working to protect water in Idaho!
Could Idaho's Wolves Be a Tourist Attraction? Apr 20, 2010 Idaho Statesman: Learn more about wolf viewing opportunities with Sun Valley Trekking.
Idahoan's advocacy leads EPA to propose national gold mining rules to reduce mercury Apr 16, 2010 Idaho Statesman: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has proposed cutting mercury emissions from gold ore processing and production facilities following years of advocacy from the Idaho Conservation League.
Pend d'Oreille Bay Trail Maps Future Apr 11, 2010 Bonner County Daily Bee: Feature story on the proposed shoreline trail linking Sandpoint, Ponderay and Kootenai
Citizens Weigh in on Conservation Apr 02, 2010 Mountain Express: The Blaine County Board takes input on how to spend levy funds that we helped pass!
The Owyhee Initiative, One Year On Mar 24, 2010 Sen. Crapo's website: Read about the Owyhee Initiative Implementation Act and ongoing work by Sen. Mike Crapo.
T.F. May Have to Pay for Wastewater Upgrades Mar 23, 2010 Times-News: The city of Twin Falls may have to spend $3 to $6 million on more upgrades to its wastewater plant, unless its appeal of its new federal permit succeeds.
Atlanta Gold on Hold? Mar 15, 2010 Idaho Statesman: The Canadian company still hopes to open a mine, but it continues to have problems with arsenic from past excavations.
Lawmakers OK Expanding Privacy on Feedlot Manure Mar 09, 2010 Idaho Statesman: Idaho's 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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