Sharing our habitat with wildlife is critical for the survival of migratory species like mule deer. Populations of two local herds are at 40% and 60% of what is needed for their continued survival. They are in our neighborhoods because they are stranded, and without migration, they will not thrive. Send these postcards to a […]
Migration between the upper elevations of summer ranges and the lower elevations of winter ranges is essential for mule deer survival. This graphic shows how migration occurs from the eastern Cascades in Central Oregon to the Fort Rock and John Day areas. Barriers disrupt this migration. Unless there is community support, populations of mule deer […]
Two important bills were recently passed by the Oregon State Legislature. House Bill 2829 establishes the Oregon Conservation and Recreation Fund (separate from the General Fund) to support the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) to meet growing needs for research and conservation management to preserve sustainable wildlife populations for all Oregonians. House Bill […]
As development and recreation grow in Central Oregon, migratory wildlife like Mule deer are losing out. Their habitat is being fragmented and their ability to move between summer and winter ranges is impeded by growing traffic volume, unregulated recreation 24/7 in the Deschutes National Forest and development of corridors and winter range needed for their […]
You can do many things that will help mule deer and other wildlife remain here. Support ODOT transportation projects that include wildlife crossings. The one at Lava Lands reduced animal/vehicle collisions by 85% and over forty species have used it. Let your legislator know that you support crossings. Sign the petition that is on line […]
What You Can Do Write or phone your legislator’s office, federal and state, to express your concern for wildlife and your support for wildlife crossings across Highway 97. Attend meetings where changes in land use affecting winter and summer ranges are being discussed and express your concern about the impacts on wildlife. Object to the […]
