Poaching
has plagued Yellowstone since its conception in 1872. We explore the
events that led to the first legislation for protecting Yellowstone's
wildlife by visiting a poacher cabin. We begin by discussing the massive
slaughter of animals in the 1870's and progress to the eventual capture of
the notorious poacher Ed Howell in 1894, which led to the Lacey Act in the
same year.
Discussions include not only the history of poaching but also the
current challenges of wildlife management. We are particularly well suited
to this topic because Jett has actually taken the Yellowstone National
Park Historian, Dr. Lee Whittlesey, into the backcountry where they
surveyed and documented the above mentioned cabin for the Yellowstone
archives.
To the right is a map that details our route and campsite. This pack
trip lasts four days and costs $1,320 per person, minimum three people.
To Make Reservations, Call Toll-Free 1-866-646-0388
From Outside the USA, Call 406-446-4900
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