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A 5,000-acre Wyoming ranch was bought by conservationists in the 1990s; instead of ending ranching, they kept cattle grazing to protect the ecosystem

A Wyoming ranch proved cattle grazing can protect ecosystems. Conservationists bought Red Canyon Ranch and kept cattle grazing to test coexistence. Managed grazing mimics historical patterns, supporting grasslands and diverse plant communities. This approach informs conservation strategies across the American West today. The ranch serves as a model for balancing…

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Pyrograzing turns ordinary livestock into fire prevention heroes, so why isn’t it used on public lands more often?

In grasslands across the American West, four-legged fire prevention crews are busy at work, helping keep wildfire risk under control. These cattle, goats and sheep stomp down tall grasses as they munch their way through plants that could otherwise burn, lowering the risk of catastrophic fires in the process.

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In the 1970s, actor Robert Stack owned California acreage that included a private game preserve; his unusual landholding offered a glimpse into Hollywood's forgotten ranch culture

In the 1970s, while Robert Stack was already a familiar face on American television, the actor owned an unusual piece of California real estate far removed from Hollywood's studio lots and city life. Stack had acreage in the Sacramento area that included a private game preserve and duck club, according…

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Actress Eve Arden left Hollywood’s smog for a California farm, joining a forgotten era when stars owned working land outside Los Angeles

In June 1971, actress Eve Arden and her husband, actor Brooks West, were living a life that placed them far from the image of Hollywood most people associated with them. In a United Press International column written by Hollywood correspondent Vernon Scott and published in the Perry Daily Journal on…

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Hungry bears are entering homes, shops and neighbourhoods across the US; here’s what is driving the alarming trend

Amidst a severe drought, bears are encroaching on human habitats across the American West, with Colorado reporting over 7,000 sightings this year alone—a new high. These foraging bears can be spotted rummaging through homes, stores, and neighborhoods for food. As conservation efforts intertwine with urban development, wildlife officials emphasize the…

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Colorado has logged more than 7,000 bear sightings in 2026, topping its previous full-year record as hungry bears increasingly enter homes, shops and towns across the US West

In recent months, severe drought conditions in the American West have driven malnourished bears into urban areas in search of food. With natural vegetation dwindling, bears have turned to human settlements, often scavenging through trash cans. These encounters, which typically start with easily preventable issues like unsecured rubbish bins or…

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Cloud seeding drones generate 19 million gallons of water in Alaska in just three hours, raising hopes for drought-hit regions

A pioneering climate-tech startup claims its drones have successfully induced millions of gallons of extra rainfall in Alaska. By targeting existing clouds and promoting ice crystal growth, this technology could provide vital support for drought-affected regions in the American West. The Alaska trials sought to measure the precipitation output, a…

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In 2000, drought began gripping the American West. By 2021, tree rings showed its driest 22-year period in 1,200 years

The American West did not suddenly run out of water, the crisis built slowly. Around 2000, a prolonged drought began spreading across the region, with dry conditions returning year after year and leaving less moisture in the ground. Reservoirs fell, vegetation struggled and the effects of each dry season began…

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In 2000, the American West entered a megadrought that became its driest stretch in roughly 1,200 years. Years later, it left major lakes and reservoirs majorly depleted, with some losing enough water to expose miles of lakebed

Several major North American lakes are experiencing significant water level declines. Drought, warming temperatures, and increased water demands are the primary causes. Lake Powell and Lake Mead show dramatic reductions in their water storage capacity. The Great Salt Lake and Walker Lake have also seen substantial volume losses. These water…

The Economic Times

West American dams are on the verge of shutting down: Lack of maintenance is filling them with silt faster than ever, making the great structures obsolete

The accumulation of sediment in reservoirs across the American West represents a significant challenge for water resource management. Since the early 20th century, thousands of dams have been constructed to provide essential services, including hydro-electric power, irrigation for agriculture, and reliable municipal water supplies. However, these structures naturally trap the…

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Electric companies don’t need to black out customers to prevent wildfires – here are 3 relatively fast, affordable solutions

A severe winter snow drought has left snowpack levels far below normal across the American West in 2026. Without a slow-melting blanket of snow to keep the soil and forests moist, alpine vegetation is drying into a tinderbox earlier than normal and ramping up the fire risk.

The Conversation

How Motorcycle Tours Deliver Once-in-a-Lifetime Journeys on Legendary Roads

There exists a particular breed of traveller who yearns not merely for a destination, but for the visceral experience of the journey itself. For these adventurers, the road becomes the story, and the mode of transport transforms into a gateway to freedom. Across continents and cultures, legendary stretches of tarmac…

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Review: A Period Drama About the Price of Progress in the American West

Train Dreams follows a logger in the Pacific Northwest during the age of westward expansion.

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From barbed wire to data: How AI is changing ranching in the American West

AI is moving cattle and reshaping the West

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Hauntingly powerful photo essay on rattlesnake vs human conflict celebrated across Europe and beyond

Spaniard wins Fritz Pölking Prize 2025 for evocative work delving into centuries of fear, myth and hope between humans and rattlesnakes in the American West

International Business Times

Bison Herds 'Reawaken' Yellowstone's Prairies

There are few symbols of the American West more iconic than the bison -- shaggy giants that once roamed in the tens of millions before being nearly annihilated by European settlers.

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‘Reckless Abandon: The American West’ Is My Series Of Photographs In Which I Explore The Link Between History And The Future (30 Pics)

I capture the eeriness and nostalgia of these forgotten places, highlighting the contrast between the rugged beauty of the western landscape and the decaying structures.

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Forest Service Layoffs Threaten Wildfire Prevention Efforts

Forest Service layoffs raise concerns about wildfire prevention and public safety in the American West due to reduced resources and staffing cuts.

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Meet the Cast of 'Americal Primeval'

Taylor Kitsch and Betty Gilpin led the gritty miniseries about a family's trek across the American West in 1857.

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Not romanticized Hollywood images – Exploring the myth and reality of the American West

Photographer Mark McLennan captures the intimate details of the American West in his new photography book 'No Fences'

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The Lexus GX Is the Best Land Cruiser Ever. We Drove on Dirt for Two Days to Prove It

As an east-coaster, it’s hard not to romanticize the American West. The weather alone could convince most New Englanders to pack up for good. Every time I visit the West, I consider tossing my return ticket in the trash.

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Bison Vs Raptor Vs Trailhunter: The Ultimate Off-Road Truck Showdown

The American West can credibly stake its claim as the most beautiful part of the country. At least most of the year. But for a few short weeks each fall, the Northeast is spectacular, an overhead explosion of red, orange, and yellow attracts the masses to the Adirondacks, Appalachian, Poconos,…

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Venom: The Last Dance Is a Camp Buddy Comedy Disguised as a Comic Book Movie

The series ends with an oddly sweet romp about a mismatched couple on a zany road trip across the American West.

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‘Gas Tank City’, a new monograph by Andrew Holmes, is a photorealist eye on the American West

‘Gas Tank City’ chronicles the artist’s journey across truck-stop America, creating meticulous drawings of fleeting moments

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Arborglyphs – Basque immigrant sheepherders left their marks on aspen trees in the American West

Throughout the mountains of the American West, carvings hidden on the trunks of aspen trees tell the stories of the sheepherders who made them as they passed through with their flocks. Most of the men who etched these arborglyphs into the living trees were Basques who, starting with the Gold…

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