Yellowstone Migrations by Joe Riis (Braided River, $29.95) is a
beautiful and ambitious illustrated study of the Greater
Yellowstone Ecosystem, and more particularly of the migratory
patterns of the animals that call the region home. Riis, a wildlife
biologist and award-winning photojournalist and cinematographer,
has brought together essays by Gretel Ehrlich, Emilene Ostlind,
Arthur Middleton, and Thomas Lovejoy, in addition to his own work.
He richly populated the volume with stunning color maps and
photographs that capture the constant movement of nature.... Taken
together, the words of the essayists, along with the photos and
maps, are moving and evocative, and make a strong case for
preservation.--Erin H. Turner "Big Sky Journal "
"In Yellowstone Migrations, photojournalist and former wildlife
biologist Joe Riis documents the movement of pronghorn, mule deer
and elk through the region. His images show the many obstacles the
animals face -- from fast-moving rivers to fences, highways, homes
and other development."--Rebecca Worby "High Country News "
Simply put, this book is a gem. My work as a University of Montana
geography professor focuses on the Crown of the Continent and
Greater Yellowstone ecosystems. Yellowstone Country, especially,
witnesses dynamic wildlife movement--a key subject in my courses.
Other works have been published that have helped my teachings, but
none like this one. For anyone with an interest in wild country and
wildlife migration, it's all here.--Rick Graetz "Crown of the
Continent and Greater Yellowstone Magazine "
...a show-and-tell of the strength, beauty and vulnerability of the
animals during their treks.It includes a section on highway
barriers to migration and solutions.--Sharon Wootton "Everett
Herald "
A book of stunning photographs of six wild species -- pronghorn,
mule deer, elk, bison, moose and bighorn sheep -- making their way
across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Photos taken by Riis, a
wildlife biologist turned photojournalist.--Mackenzie Dawson "New
York Post "
At the heart of this book is a message of partnership and
collaboration among these groups. Both Riis and Middleton are quick
to note that no single organization can preserve the migration
routes on its own--so this book is, in part, an effort to raise
awareness with as many groups and stakeholders as possible,
including the general public.--Jennifer Billock "The Smithsonian
"
This hardcover book shows how art and science together can make a
difference in awareness, understanding, and policy, and underscores
how these humble ungulates are "the lifeblood of the landscape" in
middle America."--Scott Johnson "National Parks Traveler "
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