Environmental Impact - Wildlife/Vegetation Effects

Caslick, J. W. (1997). Effects of Winter Recreation on Wildlife. 2003.

Abstract

Numerous studies have concluded that wildlife is a major component of the Yellowstone experience, and a major economic “draw” to the area. As increasing pressures for development of visitor facilities and new modes of transportation evolve, early consideration of their potential effects on wildlife (including individual animals, animal populations, and associated ecological processes) become ever more important, if wildlife resources are to continue to be a major feature of Yellowstone. The purpose of this report is to briefly summarize and evaluate the published research on winter recreation impacts on wildlife, particularly as they apply to Yellowstone, and to provide recommendations. This may have immediate application in decision-making during the trade-off processes that inevitably must occur when balancing resource conservation with visitor enjoyment.

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