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Rural Economic Reality in Utah
This was not written specifically for a public land issue post. It is addressed instead to the Utah State Legislature that is currently in session. Long-time readers of these posts understand the zeal with which Utah fights for control of federal lands. I post it to offer some personal...- mkmatheson
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Sage Grouse Habitat Change
Thoughts? http://www.sltrib.com/news/2017/10/05/feds-remove-protections-for-10m-acres-of-sage-grouse-habitat-including-231000-in-utah/- mkmatheson
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E.P.A. Chief Changing Rules
I'd like to hear opinions about the piece below from the New York Times of 2 July. As sportsmen and women, there's not a person on this forum who doesn't see the need to protect habitat. It's the only thing that keeps our recreation viable. In particular, comments on the changes in clean...- mkmatheson
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Outdoor Retailer Show Leaving Utah
It's finally happened. I know some on this forum are already hostile to my home and I don't think this will help much. http://www.sltrib.com/news/4952414-155/outdoor-retailer-is-leaving-utah-over- mkmatheson
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Election 2016
The first presidential debate is about over. Not really impressed. So in the spirit of what motivates, a call for change. I use public land and I think everyone else here does, too. So we need a duo with experience (real life, not D.C. or soft hands crowds), understanding and Western...- mkmatheson
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Public Land Transfer and 2016 Election
For your consideration. I'm interested to hear your thoughts. Mr. Trump wins the presidency. The Republican Party retains the Senate (likely if Mr. Trump wins) and House (virtually a certainty). Mr. Trump will appoint the new supreme court justice. That leaves a court of Justices Alito and...- mkmatheson
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Oryx Hunt Advice
I have a son leaving for college and want advice as to whether to pursue an off-range tag or not for this summer--only time to hunt together is July. We would have at least a week to hunt and I have about four additional days to scout. Your advice is welcome. If this isn't worth it (or we...- mkmatheson
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