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Thanks to the diligent efforts of indefatigable Forest Guardians Deserts & Grasslands Program Director Lauren McCain, Ph.D., a joint petition has been filed to the U.S Department of the Interior and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) to list the black-tailed prairie dog as threatened or endangered. The petition, represented by four groups (Forest Guardians, Rocky Mountain Animal Defense, the Biodiversity Conservation Alliance and the Center for Native Ecosystems), was filed August 1 with the goal of bringing in new information gathered since the 2004 finding.
The request comes on the heels of a February lawsuit filed by the groups, challenging the 2004 determination by the USFWS that the black-tailed prairie dog does not warrant Endangered Species Act protection. The petition documents flaws in the 2004 USFWS decision, as well as information showing that threats to the black-tail have increased over the past several years. Thanks, Lauren!
The RMAD Action Committee has begun strategizing upcoming demonstrations, outreach and actions. We brainstormed a number of great ideas for future events, beginning with the October visit of the Ringling Bros. circus. The group will now be moving into the planning stages, so if you’d like to participate please contact Lynne Sprague.
Animal advocate Karen Norback is offering a portion of sales from her online business, Zoe Designs, to RMAD. Check out her fantastic handmade accessories at http://www.zoesbagboutique.com and http://zoesbagboutique.etsy.com.
Karen says: “My love for animals is reflected in my line of Zoe Designs cruelty-free accessories. Many of the fabrics I use feature animal designs. I also use varied types of faux fur and faux leather. I try to make most of my products as one-of-a-kind, unique pieces. Buy any of my products and I will donate 10 percent of the purchase price to RMAD, under your name. Let me know, when you pay, that you are an RMAD supporter and I will take care of your donation.”
If you’re an artist or designer, don’t forget to enter the RMAD T-Shirt Design Contest . We’ve extended the deadline to November 31, so there’s plenty of time to figure out how to combine your artistic talent and advocacy work. More information, deadline and rules can be found here. If you have any questions, please email us. We look forward to seeing your entries.
Thanks for reading. SEE YOU AT THE PIE PARTY!! |
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Rocky Mountain Animal Defense works to help eliminate the human-imposed suffering of animals in the Rocky Mountain region.
RMAD furthers its objective through public education investigation and research, the legislative process, direct action and appeals to reason and compassion
Rocky Mountain
Animal Defense
2525 Arapahoe, #E4-335
Boulder, CO 80302
303-449-4422
info@rmad.org
www.RMAD.org
www.VegColorado.com
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RMAD Calendar Feature:
Saturday, August 18
2nd Annual RMAD All-You-Can-Eat Vegan Pie Party
WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m.
WHERE: Chautauqua Park, Boulder [Click here for map] Cost: $10 ($5 if you bake)
Please join us in Boulder’s beautiful Chautauqua Park for an afternoon filled with pie, cake, cupcakes, cookies and other fabulous confections. Bring a friend, bring a Frisbee and bring an empty belly.
We’re still looking for bakers (the more the merrier). If you can bake for this event, please email us or call the office (303-449-4422).
Also coming up in the RMAD Calendar:
Fur Protest, Denver
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Please see our full calendar of events here.
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Volunteer Opportunities
We need pie bakers!
Please see above for more info about the event.
RMAD is looking for a Web designer to work on a couple of projects. For more information, please e -mail Chris.
Humane education speakers: RMAD's Humane Education Speakers Bureau is a network of volunteers who deliver talks to school groups, social clubs, churches and other organizations. Potential speakers will be provided with training (to be offered in both Denver and Boulder). You can fill out this form to get started.
Letter writers: We’ve assembled a team of letter writers to address issues in the local ( Colorado) media. As need s arise, we will send out a form e -mail that includes the pertinent media, names and addresses, tips, background information etc. – making it as easy as possible for you to lend your voice on behalf of animals.
Check out RMAD’s online volunteer form and let us know about yourself and where your interests lie.
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