PCEC recently submitted formal comments to Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks on the proposed Siskin Island Fishing Access Site acquisition, urging thoughtful management of this 82-acre stretch of critical cottonwood forest and trout spawning habitat.
Read MorePCEC’s comments on the Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Dryland Opencut Mining to the Montana Department of Environmental Quality.
Read MoreThe DNRC has launched a short public survey to learn what matters most to Montanans when it comes to recreation on State Trust Lands, and to see whether the current rules still align with today’s needs. If you hunt, fish, camp, hike, or explore on Montana’s State Trust Lands, the DNRC wants to hear from you.
Read MoreAn 82-acre island on the upper Yellowstone river will soon be permanently protected and managed for wildlife habitat! This is a big win, and FWP needs to hear from our community.
Read MoreMarch is in full swing and our weather whiplash continues. Trees need water when air temperatures are above 40°F and there is no snow cover. Temperatures are forecasted to reach above 70°F by the end of the week!
Read MoreHere are the three specific actions you can take right now to help us protect Section 22 and the future of Montana state lands.
Read MoreThe time is now to take action on the proposed gravel mine in Paradise Valley.
Read MoreWe are forging a path forward of land management rooted in constant observation, shared knowledge, and the courage to try something different every now and then.
Read MoreThanks to all of you who made PCEC's annual Ramshorn Classic a success! We had so much fun celebrating with you. A big THANK YOU to our hosts at the BBar Ranch.
Read MoreGood soup, great ideas, stronger community–that’s L-Town Soup: a grassroots micro-granting dinner where the purchase of your meal funds local projects. There are three ways you can get involved: choose one or all three!
Read MoreJoin us, and other public lands champions, on March 12th 6-7:30pm in Bozeman to learn more about how repealing the Roadless Rule would impact recreation, wildlife, clean water, and public safety on the Custer Gallatin National Forest.
Read MoreWe have several opportunities to learn about and respond to the industrial gravel pit and asphalt plant proposal for Section 22 — a rare, intact perennial grassland, vital wildlife habitat, and cherished public resource.
Read MoreThank you to all the members who contributed to our 35th Anniversary fundraising goals. We are thrilled to announce that Fenia Hiaasen has won this beautiful Tom Murphy print, taken at daybreak 35 years ago.
Read MoreRead PCEC’s formal public comment to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that opposes the proposed 2026 Clean Water Act Section 401 rule change.
Read MoreThis year, more than ever, feels like a time to lead with love. In that spirit, we’re sharing the Yellowstone Gateway Business Coalition’s Valentine’s message of appreciation for our federal workers and public land stewards.
Read MoreFor the first time, we can see the true scale of the threat to Section 22—an important migration corridor and cultural site that has long provided our community with accessible land for hunting and quiet recreation.
Read MoreJoin us for the annual Ramshorn Classic on February 28th, 10am–2pm. If you can’t make it, you can still purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win some great prizes.
Read MoreUpdate on February 10th’s Park County Commission meeting about the gravel pit in Paradise Valley.
Read MoreThe Park County Commission has added a critical item to their agenda for this Tuesday, February 10th. They are discussing whether to send an official letter of support to the Montana State Land Board for the creation of a gravel pit on public lands (State Section 22) north of Emigrant.
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