This seems to be the fall of "Back to the Future". I don't mean just the anniversary of the blockbuster film. Next week, Brad Smith and I will venture back to DC to talk with folks there about...
Author: Phil Hough
Phil Hough is the Executive Director of the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness.
He has hiked the "triple crown": the Appalachian Trail, Continental Divide Trail and the Pacific Crest trail (twice). He has also paddled the length of the Yukon river. Phil's love of wilderness guides him as he works to save the incrediblly wild Scotchman Peaks, one of the last and largest roadless places in northern Idaho and western Montana.
Boulder White Clouds Passes Congress!
Today, the Boulder White Clouds bill passed the Senate Floor by unanimous consent! This final action by congress sends this long sought after Wilderness bill on its way to the President's desk...
Exciting Times for the Scotchman Peaks
Some days our work is incremental, where progress can be measured by each supporter we sign up as a friend, or conversation we have with a community leader or by each event we host. Progress can...
Boxing Day Gift Ideas
Seasons Greetings from the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness!
Like most non-profits we rely on individuals, like you, for support. We want to thank all of you who have made a year end...
Twas the Night Before Christmas
"A Tracker's Christmas "
by Brian Patrick Baxter
It was the night before Christmas, and outside the house
an ermine bounded after a field mouse
No sign of his catch...
Give Thanks for the Wild
During the holiday season we give thanks for those things which make our lives better. Often, these are the simple things that bring us comfort or joy, uplift us and make us better people or bring...
Finally – A Chance to Take Action
If you have been wondering lately "Are we ever going to achieve wilderness for the Scotchmans?", you are not alone. It seems like we have been building support forever, while Congress has...