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Woody Island Pronghorn Migration Fence Modification Workshop

Woody Island Pronghorn Migration Fence Modification Workshop

Date(s): Thursday, June 17, 2021
Hours: 10:00 AM
Event: Woody Island Pronghorn Migration Fence Modification Workshop

This area hosts one of the most critical pronghorn migration connectivity corridors in the state. Learn about pronghorn migration and win-win solutions for wildlife and livestock producers in this area. Participate in making lasting improvements to pronghorn migration through fence modifications.
Thursday June 17th
• 10:00-10:30 Pronghorn migration and research
• 10:30-11:00 Project funding and overview (NRCS, Pheasants Forev-er, RSA, USFWS)
• 11:00-11:30 Landowner Perspective from Louie Petrie Ranch
• 11:30–12:00 Fence modification demonstration
• 12:00-1:00 Lunch (Provided by BCCD and First Bank of MT)
• 1:00–5:00 Assist with planned fence modifications
• 5:00 - 6:00 Social hour with beverages
• 6:00 BBQ dinner (Provided by Louie Petrie Ranch)
Friday June 18
•7:00-8:00 Breakfast
• 8-12:00 Assist with planned fence modifications
• 12:00- 1:00 PM Lunch (Provided by Ducks Unlimited)
• 1:00–undetermined Assist with planned fence modifications
*Camping is provided for those wanting to volunteer to assist with more fence modifications on June 18th. Please join us even if it is only for the a couple hours, a day, or the entire two day event.
*For individuals planning to volunteer with fence modifications– plan on coming to work outside in variable conditions. It is a good idea to have good footwear and gloves and a posi-tive attitude!
RSVP with Jeff Torano at jeff.torano@macdnet.org or at 406-265-6792 x3
Directions: From Chinook head East on US HWY 2 travel 20.1 miles, turn left onto Central Ave W and travel .9 miles, turn left onto State HWY 241 and travel 35.6 miles, turn right onto Mutton Hollow Ln and continue to the ranch headquarters.

Event Questions?

Jeff Torano
Phone: 406-265-6792 x3
Email: jeff.torano@macdnet.org

Host Location

Louie Petrie Ranch
Turner, MT (Map Location)

Host Email: jeff.torano@macdnet.org
Host Phone: 406-265-6792 x3