Future of the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program
Washington, like many states across the country, finds itself in a serious budget shortfall due to the economy. As part of making recommendations to the Governor for the 2011-2012 Capital Budget, the WA Office of Financial Management (OFM) has made a recommendation to suspend or eliminate funding for the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP).
7/27/2010 8:17:46 PM Read More
Feds Announce RMEF Appointment to Conservation Council
MISSOULA, Mont.—Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar and Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the appointment of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and 17 other organizations to the Wildlife and Hunting Heritage Conservation Council.
7/24/2010 4:05:06 PM Read More
Lodgepole Flats Meadow Enhancement Project
Saturday, August 7th & Sunday, August 8th, from 8AM to 4PM
7/20/2010 7:45:35 PM Read More
*** 1st Annual Elk Calling Contest and Jamboree Fundraiser, Wild Rivers Chapter****
The Jamboree starts at 12:00 PM on Saturday July 31, 2010,
and continues until 5:30 PM. This year's elk calling contest begins at 1:00 PM.
The Brookings/Harbor area is a beautiful spot to spend a fun filled weekend while attending our Jamboree and Elk
Calling contest. RV reservations can be made at Beachfront RV (541) 469-5867 or Driftwood RV (541)469-9089. Be sure to mention that you are with RMEF.
7/17/2010 6:10:03 PM Read More
RMEF Earns Highest Marks from Charity Watchdog
MISSOULA, Mont.—For the second year in a row, America’s premier charity watchdog has given its highest marks to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
7/14/2010 10:27:08 PM Read More
Need A Volunteer To Do A Seminar For Youths On Wildlife Calling
Lacey, Wa. - Requesting for a volunteer to do a seminar for youths on calling elk, deer, waterfowl and turkeys. This will take place on Saturday the 21st of August and possibly Sunday the 22nd.
6/17/2010 2:35:29 PM Read More
Elk Calling Seminar & Elk Calling Contest
Cabela's Lacey, Wa. - Walk-in no fee registation. Elk hunting and calling seminar.
6/16/2010 10:55:36 AM Read More
The Oregon State Leadership Team is looking to fill the volunteer position of Legacy Chair.
The OSLT is looking to fill the volunteer position of Legacy Chair. Some of the duties include publishing the newsletter, help input items to the web site, create flyers etc. as needed.
5/17/2010 11:49:09 AM Read More
RMEF Turns Up Heat on Pro-Wolf Groups
MISSOULA, Mont.—Pro-wolf groups were admittedly “surprised and disappointed” when the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation publicly challenged their mischaracterizations of the real impacts of wolves in the northern Rockies and are feeling even more heat today.
4/13/2010 11:32:43 PM Read More
Breitenbush-Marion Forks Forage Project, May 1st
Scope of Work: Apply fertilizer to meadows by hand and with ATV mounted Spreaders, and back pack application of herbicide to Scotch Broom and other non-native invasive weeds.
4/13/2010 5:03:37 PM Read More
Ben Carver – Oregons New Mission Team Leader
CONGRATULATIONS TO BEN CARVER for stepping up to be our "Mission Team Leader" for the Oregon State Leadership Team.
3/23/2010 6:49:07 PM Read More
March 7, 2010 Great Falls, Mont., Couple Receive RMEF’s Highest Honor
MISSOULA, Mont.—Walker S. “Buddy” Smith, Jr. and wife Tammie Lynne Smith of Great Falls, Mont., have received the highest honor given by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
3/15/2010 11:16:05 AM Read More
March 7, 2010 Elk Foundation Honors, Welcomes Volunteers from 12 States
RENO, Nev.—Conservationists from 12 states—Colorado, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Washington and Wyoming—have been honored as top volunteers or welcomed aboard as volunteer directors for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
3/13/2010 5:46:31 PM Read More
Jims Creek Savanna Restoration Project,Friday, March 19TH & Saturday, March 20TH
Project Scope of Work: Assistance with planting 700 oak tree seedlings
3/11/2010 5:35:36 PM Read More
March 7, 2010 Elk Callers from 8 States Medal in World Championships
MISSOULA, Mont.—Amateur and professional elk callers from eight states—California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah and Washington—have earned medals in the RMEF/Leupold World Elk Calling Championships for 2010.
3/10/2010 8:43:37 PM Read More
Washington Conservation Projects to Receive RMEF Grants
MISSOULA, Mont.—Wildlife conservation projects in 17 Washington counties have been selected to receive grants from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation in 2010.
2/27/2010 8:33:23 PM Read More
ODFW is seeking a landowner representative to serve a four-year term on the Access and Habitat Program's Deschutes/Klamath Advisory Council.
Individuals living in central Oregon (from The Dalles to Klamath Falls)
2/24/2010 10:50:55 AM Read More
LOP Tag will be Auctioned at Central Oregon RMEF Big Game Banquet
Guided LOP Tag for Trophy Bull Elk on Oregon's Zumwalt Prairie
2/24/2010 10:44:51 AM Read More
Mission Dashboard
2009 ACCOMPLISHMENTS THROUGH DECEMBER
2/11/2010 8:46:38 PM Read More
HEY PARENTS & GRANDPARENTS!! OREGONS LEADERSHIP TEAM IS SPONSORING A COLORING BOOK DRAWING FOR KIDS!!!
In order to get kids interested in the conservation message, the Oregon Leadership Team is sponsoring a coloring book drawing where kids can enter for free and will be eligible to win prizes in three age categories.
1/26/2010 8:22:59 PM Read More
9 Year Project in Oregon Secures Habitat, Access
A nine year land conservation project has been completed near La Grande, Oregon, permanently protecting habitat and securing public access on nearly 850 acres.
1/25/2010 6:28:20 PM Read More
9-Year Project in Oregon Secures Habitat, Access
MISSOULA, Mont.—A nine-year land conservation project has been completed near La Grande, Ore., permanently protecting habitat and securing public access on nearly 850 acres.
12/21/2009 12:56:23 AM Read More
'Outdoor Life’ Honors Elk Foundation Founders
MISSOULA, Mont.—Outdoor Life has named two founders of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to a list of 25 people who’ve had the greatest positive impact on hunting, fishing and conservation.
11/18/2009 8:22:06 PM Read More
OREGON STATE LEADERSHIP LOOKING FOR A MISSION TEAM LEADER
Resumes need to be submitted by September 27th 2009.
The position coordinates our "On-the-Ground Projects" with both the local volunteers and the various requesting agencies. Some minor computer skills and the ability to interact with people are needed.
7/25/2009 10:44:53 AM Read More
Partners Protect 2,675 Acres of Habitat, Access in Washington
MISSOULA, Mont.—Several partners including the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation have completed a 2,675-acre first phase of a three-year project to protect wildlife habitat and public access in the Cascade Mountains near the Naches River in Washington.
7/2/2009 10:07:36 PM Read More
Elk Foundation Grants to Benefit 12 Washington Counties
MISSOULA, Mont.—Twelve counties in Washington are slated for wildlife habitat conservation and public education projects using $199,651 in new grants from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
5/11/2009 11:11:04 PM Read More
Elk Population Reflects Success of RMEF’s First 25 Years
MISSOULA, Mont. —Wild elk populations in 23 states are higher now than 25 years ago when the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) was launched to help conserve habitat for elk and other wildlife.
4/19/2009 8:35:18 PM Read More
Proposed Oregon Legislation Could Impact Wildlife Management and Hunting
The Oregon Legislature is in session and there is a large number of House and Senate Bills under consideration that will, if adopted into law, have impact upon wildlife management and hunting.
4/12/2009 2:12:21 PM Read More
Habitat Stewardship Program
RMEF’s Habitat Stewardship Program, working to improve elk country, is active in every state with wild, free-ranging elk.
3/27/2009 9:22:24 PM Read More
A Forest Products Company Is Offering 10,371 Acres for Public Ownership
An important habitat acquisition project has emerged in Washington. A major commercial timber company is offering 10,371 acres of its land holdings in the Central Cascades.
3/17/2009 10:16:21 PM Read More
First Elk Camp in Texas Generates $1.5 Million
FORT WORTH, Texas—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has generated $1.5 million from its first-ever convention in Texas.
3/12/2009 11:51:22 AM Read More
2009 Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Chairman’s Award
FORT WORTH, Texas—The following volunteers were honored for their work in promoting the future of elk, other wildlife and their habitat. These volunteers were from New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Tennessee.
3/11/2009 9:51:44 PM Read More
Artificial Feeding Not The Best Way To Help Wildlife
OLYMPIA - Despite record snowfall in some parts of the state, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) biologists say most deer, elk and other wildlife can survive the winter without food provided by humans.
1/7/2009 11:27:56 PM Read More
Pro Bull Riders Take Elk Foundation’s Trophy Bull Challenge
MISSOULA, Mont.—Over 100 million fans of Professional Bull Riders (PBR) have something new to cheer about in 2009
1/7/2009 10:40:47 PM Read More
Thank You for Supporting the East Slope Cascade Initiative
642-acre acquisition project west of Yakima completed.
12/17/2008 10:03:55 PM Read More
Top 5 Signs that Your Elk Hunting Area Needs Habitat Help
Here are the Elk Foundation’s Top 5 signs that your elk hunting area may need serious habitat stewardship:
12/16/2008 10:05:53 PM Read More
WELCOME OREGON'S NEW STATE CHAIR
Please help us welcome our new state chair in Oregon, Ted Anderson. Ted will be filling the position that opened when Bill Richardson moved to a staff position in the lands department as Oregon/Washington Lands Program Manager (LPM).
12/14/2008 11:59:38 AM Read More
Elk Foundation Voices Support for Delisting Wolves
MISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and 18 other conservation organizations have submitted a joint letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in support of delisting gray wolves in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming.
12/4/2008 10:48:13 PM Read More
***MESSAGE FROM THE OREGON MISSION TEAM LEADER***
Habitat contact person from each Oregon RMEF Chapter needed.
11/18/2008 11:31:26 AM Read More
Washington Tracks Newsletter – Fall 2008
A newsletter for Washington Volunteers
11/11/2008 9:58:32 AM Read More
Cascades Acquisition
Cascades Acquisition Completed in Record Time
11/5/2008 5:11:31 PM Read More
OREGON - STATE CO-CHAIR POSTING
Oregon State Co-Chair Bill Richardson has accepted a new job within RMEF and we are looking for the right person to fill the State Co-Chair volunteer position.
11/2/2008 10:08:55 PM Read More
New Eastern Washington Volunteer State Chair
Please join me in welcoming Leonard Shotwell as our new Eastern Washington Volunteer State Chair
11/2/2008 3:51:39 PM Read More
Kevin Harvick Inc.’s To Support Elk Foundation
Elk Foundation with a specially designed No. 33 Nationwide Series car to be raced Saturday, Oct. 25, at Memphis (Tenn.) Motorsports Park in the Kroger 250.
10/23/2008 10:12:07 PM Read More
Northern Oregon Regional Director
Perhaps best known as a four-time world champion elk caller, Dieter Kaboth of Pierce, Idaho, has accepted a position as the northern Oregon regional director with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.
10/10/2008 12:36:40 AM Read More
Naneum Ridge State Forest Dedicated
The cornerstone exchange of the Central Cascades Initiative has culminated in the dedication of a new state forest for Washington.
7/9/2008 7:02:37 PM Read More
Montana Conservation Projects Draw Elk Foundation Grants
MISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, an international conservation group focused on habitat protection and enhancement, has announced its first-round grants for 2008 projects in Montana.
4/17/2008 10:26:41 AM Read More
‘Cowboys for Conservation’
MISSOULA, Mont.—Different kinds of bulls, same kinds of people. That’s the spark in a new partnership to synergize growth between the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Professional Bull Riders (PBR).
4/2/2008 1:39:37 PM Read More
Oregon Conservation Grants Announced by Elk Foundation
MISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, an international conservation organization with a focus on habitat protection and enhancement, has announced its 2008 project grants for Oregon.
4/2/2008 9:31:31 AM Read More
Washington Conservation Projects Funded by Elk Foundation
MISSOULA, Mont.—The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, an international conservation group focused on habitat protection and enhancement, has announced its 2008 project grants for Washington.
4/1/2008 9:22:15 PM Read More
Wolves Remain Protected In Washington
OLYMPIA - Despite the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's (USFWS) action today removing gray wolves from the federal endangered-species list in the eastern third of Washington state, the animals remain protected as a state endangered species throughout Washington.
3/28/2008 10:40:49 PM Read More
Elk Foundation Award Honors Science-based Leadership in Conservation
MISSOULA, Mont.—An award honoring the conservation legacy of Olaus J. Murie, the late biologist remembered as the father of modern elk management, has been presented by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation to Bob Nelson of Raymond, Wash.
3/5/2008 11:43:38 PM Read More
Artificial Feeding Not The Best Way To Help Wildlife
Despite extended snow and cold in many parts of the state, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) biologists say most wildlife populations survive winter without feeding help.
2/3/2008 2:21:37 PM Read More
2007 Propels Elk Foundation to 5.2 Million Acres
The conservation group last year helped to enhance more acres of elk habitat and complete more land protection projects than anytime in its history.
1/26/2008 7:43:17 PM Read More
Oregon PAC Projects Need Volunteer Support – Adopt a Project!
Chapters!!! Cast your eyes on the Project list and you will see the important work which RMEF supports through the PAC grant program. You can help get things done and make a difference. Adopt a project!
1/24/2008 1:10:37 PM Read More
Eastern Washington Regional Director
Eastern Washington Regional Director retiring.
12/30/2007 10:19:48 PM Read More
Mt. St. Helen’s Area Transfer Proposal - 2007
Input from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
12/19/2007 9:41:21 PM Read More
Elk Foundation Receives National Award, Grant
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has received a national award accompanied by a grant from the Kodak American Greenways Awards Program.
12/17/2007 10:47:16 AM Read More
RMEF Names New Chief Executive Officer
— The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s Board of Directors announced that it has selected David Allen as the Elk Foundation’s new president and chief executive officer.
12/11/2007 12:58:47 AM Read More
Washington Residents Now Have 96 Square Miles of New Public Lands
Washington now has over 61,000 acres of additional public land — thanks to the one of the largest land exchanges in the state’s history.
12/8/2007 7:33:05 PM Read More
Washington’s First RMEF Chapter To Top One Million Dollars
On January 29, 2007, the Colville Valley Chapter became the first Chapter in Washington State to raise one million dollars for the RMEF mission.
11/8/2007 9:22:24 PM Read More
Implementation of Executive Order #13443: Facilitation of Hunting Heritage and Wildlife Conservation
On August 17, 2007, President Bush signed Executive Order # 13443: Facilitation of Hunting Heritages and Wildlife Conservation.
10/22/2007 10:47:11 PM Read More
New Member Forums
The Elk Foundation is excited to launch our new Member Forums on the Elk Foundation website – www.elkfoundation.org.
9/27/2007 10:49:03 AM Read More
Importation and Retention
Importation and retention of dead nonresident wildlife.
4/22/2007 9:35:42 PM Read More
Oregon Family Partners With Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Family Donates 106-Acre Conservation Easement Near Siletz River
4/18/2007 10:44:44 PM Read More
Changes Under Way For Advanced Hunter Education Program
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is revamping the 16-year-old Advanced Hunter Education (AHE) program to better address emerging issues facing the hunting community.
3/30/2007 10:45:21 AM Read More
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Selects New Board Members
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation has named six new members to its board of directors.
3/27/2007 11:35:32 PM Read More
Fish and Wildlife's Jody Taylor Picks Up State Award
Jody Taylor's creative solution to feeding thousands of elk safely and more efficiently has not only paid off for his employer, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), it's garnered the maintenance mechanic a 2007 Innovation in State Government Award.
2/21/2007 9:07:43 PM Read More
Let’s Manage Wolves Like We Manage Lions and Elk
If there’s anything that can grab the attention of an elk hunter faster than the bugle of a big bull, it’s the howl of a wolf.
2/20/2007 8:56:16 PM Read More
Roosevelt’s Elk Conservation Initiative
The coastal ranges of Oregon and Washington are home to thousands of elk that are larger bodied, though smaller antlered, than their Rocky Mountain counterparts.
1/31/2007 9:37:06 PM Read More
Conservation Grants Awarded to 34 States
(Sept. 22, 2006) Missoula, Montana — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation will celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day tomorrow with the announcement that it has funded more than 400 new conservation projects in 34 states this year with an estimated value of more than $25 million.
12/16/2006 12:56:13 PM Read More
Funds for Wildlife, Recreation Projects
STATEWIDE: The Washington Fish and Wildlife Commission is recommending significantly increasing the funding of the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program, pointing to the overwhelming demand for park improvement and development, along with the need to preserve more wild places and working farms.
10/10/2006 7:34:26 PM Read More
RMEF Conservation Education/Hunting Heritage Program
May/June 2006 updates
7/8/2006 12:16:16 AM Read More
Mount St. Helens Elk
In a typical winter, approximately 10 percent of a wildlife population may typically succumb.
4/25/2006 9:11:21 PM Read More
WDFW Enforcement Earns National Recognition Status
OLYMPIA - The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Enforcement Program has been recognized for the quality of its operation by a national law enforcement accreditation organization.
4/6/2006 12:43:01 PM Read More
Position Statement on Disposal of Publicly Owned Lands
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) does not support the sale of publicly owned land unless it can be clearly shown that the sale does not diminish either the quality or quantity of wildlife habitat, or reduce opportunities for recreational use, including hunting and fishing.
3/26/2006 9:30:13 PM Read More
Wildlife-Rich Coastal Habitat Conserved on Afognak Island
A public land purchase that was five years in the making will ensure future elk hunting in Alaska by conserving a critical parcel of wildlife habitat.
3/20/2006 9:10:24 PM Read More
Elk Country Legacy
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Sets Strategy for Building an Elk Country Legacy
3/15/2006 9:59:55 PM Read More
Avian Influenza Facts for Hunters
Avian influenza (bird flu) is a viral illness found in birds.
11/3/2005 9:31:39 PM Read More
West Nile Virus Outdoors
Hunters, others reminded to take precautions
against West Nile virus outdoors
9/29/2005 9:21:47 AM Read More
Iron Mask Property Acquired in Elkhorn Mountains, Montana
On August 19, 2005, The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and its partner, The Conservation Fund, became the owners of the 5,548-acre Iron Mask Property.
8/25/2005 1:05:21 AM Read More
Solutions to Elk Depredation Problems in and around Hanford
A rapidly expanding elk herd found in and around the Hanford Reach National Monument has generated several local issues.
4/4/2005 3:21:34 PM Read More
Partners in Habitat
Working together for a common goal.
1/11/2005 1:57:07 PM Read More
Game unit maps and information now online
Washington hunters and other outdoor enthusiasts now can point and click to find maps of game-management units and wildlife recreation areas, with the launch of Go-Hunt, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) newest interactive information site.
11/3/2004 10:10:05 AM Read More
Five Elk Collared For Role In Highway-warning System
SEQUIM - Reinforcements have been added to a select group of elk that play a key role in warning motorists when the Dungeness elk herd is crossing Highway 101 near here.
4/7/2004 2:34:38 PM Read More
RED RIM ELK MYSTERY SOLVED
RAWLINS -- A little plant that is part fungus and part alga is responsible for the deaths of nearly 300 elk near here.
3/24/2004 12:58:38 PM Read More
Colville National Forest biologist honored with Elk Country Award for individual achievement
MISSOULA, Mont.--Jim McGowan, forest biologist for Washington’s Colville National Forest, recently received the 2004 Elk Country Award for individual achievement.
3/17/2004 8:15:57 AM Read More
New Director of Education
Elk Foundation Names New Director of Education
3/13/2004 12:41:38 PM Read More
Elk exhibit earns designation on Lewis and Clark trail
The National Park Service today designated the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation visitor center as an official learning site along the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail.
2/5/2004 5:51:46 PM Read More
Washington Wanted Poster
Washington State volunteers want YOU!
1/16/2004 11:31:22 AM Read More
Catch-a-Dream
Catch-a-Dream is a organization that provides hunting and fishing experiences to terminally ill children.
1/16/2004 11:25:39 AM Read More
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation News & Updates
December Brings Fast Action in Permanent Land Protection
12/29/2003 10:26:22 AM Read More
Bush approves funding for Tieton Canyon project
The Tieton project gets a $1.075 million boost!
11/20/2003 10:12:45 AM Read More
Land swap protects elk habitat at Double H Ranch
A recent land swap between the New Mexico State Land Office and a trust associated with RMEF is helping both entities better accomplish their missions.
11/19/2003 8:52:40 AM Read More
Political Parties to Vie for Sportsmen's Vote
RMEF was among leading conservation groups at the first Hunting and Shooting Sports Leadership Symposium.
11/19/2003 8:39:53 AM Read More
Information about the new RMEF logo
Read about the new RMEF logo and learn why the RMEF has made a change.
10/6/2003 11:27:54 AM Read More
August-September 2003 Lands Report
The newest lands report is available for you to read.
10/6/2003 11:25:41 AM Read More
Bugle Magazine Well Received by U.S. Troops
Check out this picture from Camp Doha.
9/25/2003 4:04:58 PM Read More
Federal, state, private funds help Washington acquire ‘No. 1 priority’ lands for steelhead, elk, other wildlife
CLARKSTON, Wash.—A host of fish and wildlife species, from threatened steelhead trout to huntable populations of Rocky Mountain elk, will benefit from a recent acquisition of 8,500 acres in southeast Washington. Several partners helped with funding, and the property is now part of the Asotin Creek Wildlife Area owned and managed by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
7/16/2003 8:45:41 AM Read More
Elk Foundation pledge helps Tieton River Canyon project
The Washington State Legislature has granted $2.5 million to purchase 2,500 acres within the popular Tieton River Canyon.
6/25/2003 8:13:17 AM Read More
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