Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
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Fences are a necessary part of the American West, but for migrating wildlife like Pronghorn and Elk, they can be a deadly barrier. Thousands of miles of old, derelict, or poorly designed fences create a maze that can trap, injure, and kill animals on their ancient migration routes.
But in Wyoming, a unique partnership between scientists and on-the-ground volunteers is tackling this problem head-on. By combining advanced GPS tracking data with a massive fence inventory project, the Absaroka Fence Initiative is strategically removing and modifying the most dangerous fences to reconnect a fragmented landscape. It's a story of how big data and hard work are coming together to save one of America's last great migrations.
Learn more about the organizations featured:
Absaroka Fence Initiative: absarokafenceinitiative.org
Beyond Yellowstone Living Lab: beyondyellowstone.org
Chapters:
0:00 - The Invisible Wall
0:35 - The Absaroka Fence Initiative
0:44 - Why Fences are a Problem
1:45 - Mapping Fences
3:04 - How Data Guides Fence Projects
3:48 - Wildlife Safe Fence Regulations
4:39 - A Tangible Difference
5:46 - Science Meets Action
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Watch next: youtu.be/dL1_9jMKjO0
Fences are a necessary part of the American West, but for migrating wildlife like Pronghorn and Elk, they can be a deadly barrier. Thousands of miles of old, derelict, or poorly designed fences create a maze that can trap, injure, and kill animals on their ancient migration routes.
But in Wyoming, a unique partnership between scientists and on-the-ground volunteers is tackling this problem head-on. By combining advanced GPS tracking data with a massive fence inventory project, the Absaroka Fence Initiative is strategically removing and modifying the most dangerous fences to reconnect a fragmented landscape. It's a story of how big data and hard work are coming together to save one of America's last great migrations.
Learn more about the organizations featured:
Absaroka Fence Initiative: absarokafenceinitiative.org
Beyond Yellowstone Living Lab: beyondyellowstone.org
Chapters:
0:00 - The Invisible Wall
0:35 - The Absaroka Fence Initiative
0:44 - Why Fences are a Problem
1:45 - Mapping Fences
3:04 - How Data Guides Fence Projects
3:48 - Wildlife Safe Fence Regulations
4:39 - A Tangible Difference
5:46 - Science Meets Action
--
With Wyoming PBS content you can delve into Wyoming history, explore the breathtaking beauty of our iconic national parks, and immerse yourself in the inspiring tales of Native American leaders, ranching life, the wonders of nature, and the many things to do in Wyoming. Whether you're seeking inspiring narratives or planning your next adventure in our beautiful state, WY PBS is your trusted guide.
Subscribe to our channel: youtube.com/wyomingpbs
Subscribe to our email newsletter: wyomingpbs.org/newsletter-signup-form
Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/WyomingPBS
Follow us on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/wyoming-pbs
