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Sage Grouse Initiative (SGI) has launched a new website

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In an effort to get the word out about the Sage Grouse Initiative (SGI), a new website has been created.

Highlights on the site include:

  • SGI Video Collection
  • SGI Success Tracker
  • SGI events and News
  • Funding Opportunities
  • Photo Library

Browse around the new site and engage with the information provided by the Sage Grouse Initiative here: http://sagegrouseinitiative.com/

Comment on the local sage grouse conservation plan

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The Magic Valley Sage-grouse Local Working Group is seeking comments on their draft conservation plan.  Follow this link for more information:  http://magicvalley.com/lifestyles/sage-grouse-group-seeks-public-comment/article_14d5278e-9a37-5a08-9a9f-16b83dc7b9a9.html  The deadline for comments is Friday, September 16, 2011.

Conservation Funding Available for Farmers and Ranchers

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A great opportunity has come up for farmers and ranchers in Idaho to preserve their legacy of stewardship and protect sage grouse habitat. Funding is available for conservation easements through the NRCS’s Grassland Reserve Program (GRP). 5.5 million dollars are available for Idaho and interested landowners need to sign up by July 20th. An informational meeting about the program will be held July 14th at Carey City Hall at 5:30 p.m.
Read the press releases from the NRCS for more information.