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RE: Wind River Closure Update - Dave-Trinity-Farms - 12-18-2014
wow, that would be outstanding if it plays out!
RE: Wind River Closure Update - Taffy - 12-19-2014
I want to thank all of you who are at the forefront of this fight for your commitment in seeing this through.
In reading the minutes it's obvious they are still using the same studies and continue to lump packgoats in with sheep. I don't like the idea of having the best management practices "study" done in an area that right now has no restrictions on packgoats. It makes an open area restricted.
I am looking forward to seeing Dr. Besser's peer reviewed and published study results. If, in fact, a nasal swab and vet certificate stating a packgoat tested negative for MOV combined with other "best management practices" permits us to use packgoats in National Forests and on BLM lands so be it.
Do I want to be this regulated and under the microscope? No. Am I willing to be so I can take my goats into National Forests and onto BLM lands? Yes.
RE: Wind River Closure Update - vigilguy - 12-19-2014
As far as goats being close to my tent when they are highlined, yes they are. Within 20' away. Putting them in a trailer at night is a moot point because we are 18+ miles from the Trailhead in the most remote, rugged areas known to man.
But arguing with the FS personnel about high-lining is futile. It is a weak argument.
Nasal swab testing is our best shot, I think. Time will tell.
RE: Wind River Closure Update - Dave-Trinity-Farms - 12-19-2014
I agree. If you are out deep in the woods, a trailer isnt possible. But the electric mess fence with the solar charger is a great alternative. And as this would only be necessary in the proposed closure areas not a huge inconvenience.