The second project involves getting easement rights to 7,300 acres along the road connecting East Canyon with Jeremy Ranch, which, again, was seen as critical wildlife habitat.

With help from the RMEF, rights were purchased and the property was retained for grazing and wildlife rather than being turned into a housing project.

"One thing that has taken us to where we are today is we are very easy to partner with. We realize we are not the only game in town and not the only group working to benefit wildlife. We like to share credit and help in solving problems," said Christensen.

"It has made it possible for us to be involved in a lot of areas. In all this time, though, our focus has never changed ... to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife and their habitat."

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