Modern cowboys are saddling up in the US West. And they’re on a whole new mission
Summary
Modern cowboys in the American West are working differently than in the past. Instead of only protecting livestock from predators, they now help manage wildlife and support coexistence with animals like wolves and grizzly bears that have returned to the region.Key Facts
- Traditional cowboys are seen as tough, independent riders protecting land and livestock.
- Today’s range riders do many jobs, including monitoring wildlife and helping manage conflicts between predators and livestock.
- Predators such as gray wolves, Mexican wolves, and grizzly bears have returned to parts of the American West due to reintroduction and recovery efforts.
- The return of these predators worries some ranchers because losing livestock can cause big financial losses.
- Some ranchers find it hard to accept predators after generations of removing them to protect livestock.
- Modern ranchers and conservationists are trying to find ways for people, livestock, and wildlife to live together.
- Range riding includes tasks like setting up fences, watching for environmental dangers, and reporting to livestock producers.
- States involved include Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Wyoming, Washington, Arizona, and Colorado.
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