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Scientists explain catastrophic Yellowstone eruption scenario
“Imagine the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs. There’s not really much you can do to prepare for that,” Iacovino said.
Yellowstone County launches mobile mental health crisis response team with $3M grant
Yellowstone County is launching a new mobile crisis response program backed by a four-year, $3 million federal grant.
'1.3 billion premature deaths': Scientists give frightening play-by-play of hypothetical Yellowstone supervolcano eruption
Fan favorite ‘Yellowstone’ character to appear on ‘Marshals’ Season 2
FORT WORTH, Texas — A fan favorite “Yellowstone” character will appear on “Marshals.” CBS announced Wednesday, Sept. 16, that Jefferson White will reprise his role of Jimmy Hurdstrom on “Marshals”
Yellowstone National Park retrieved 280 hats from hydrothermal vents this summer
Other lost items include hair ties, AirPods, and even an inhaler.
Chris Rock wants to ‘own some land’ and have ‘white slaves’ on ‘Yellowstone’
Chris Rock is the latest A-lister who wants to star in a Taylor Sheridan show — and he already has a pitch for his character.
Redside Foundation provides mental health assistance to the West's outdoor guides
The Idaho-based nonprofit provides mental health and other services to river, hunting and wilderness guides in states like Wyoming, Montana and Colorado, writes guest columnist Chuck Malloy.
Top employees for data center company eyeing Yellowstone County made matching political donations before announcing plans
The Quantica employees gave the same amount to the same candidates and on the same days in 2024.
The Literacy Crisis Reaches Dog-Bear Science
“New analysis of more than 300 bear encounters suggests our canine companions often increase odds of conflict and rarely serve as early warning systems many recreationists assume,” reads a subhead in Mountain Journal. The thing is, that study reaches no such conclusion. But you have to read beyond the abstract to understand that. Mountain Journal is not alone. Let’s look at a brief list of takeaways published elsewhere just to establish that none of them seem to know how to read science. Wes Siler’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Here’s CBC: “A new peer-reviewed study, The Canine Conundrum: Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country?, dug into conflicts similar to what the video depicts, by analyzing 326 reported human-bear conflicts from 1901 to 2023 involving dogs.” “The study found 54 per cent of conflicts were started by dogs. In the encounters researchers included in the study, five people and 56 dogs were killed, and 170 people were injured.” “Lana Ciarniello, an independent researcher who co-authored the study, said researchers found when a person goes hiking with at least one other person, the odds of a negative bear encounter decrease by 50 per cent.” “However, when a dog is involved, the chances of a negative bear encounter increase because ‘a dog really adds a chaotic factor into the mix of recreation,’ said Ciarniello.” Again, the study finds no data supporting that conclusion. “Hiking with your pet dog may make you feel safer in bear country—but a hiker’s recent encounter and a new study prove that the numbers don’t add up,” writes Backpacker, which is now part of Outside. The numbers don’t add up to support this take. There’s plenty more examples, but all are equally dumb, so I’ll stop there. How did so many people get this so wrong? Three reasons: 1) the study is published behind a paywall, with only the abstract freely available. 2) the methodology sets out to create work relevant to a hyper-specific audience, not the public. And 3) the dataset studied is almost absurdly limited and doesn’t bear (get it?!) comparison to wider information. Let’s work through all three. The Problem is Money I understand the irony, since I’m writing about this on a subscription-model newsletter, but information wants to be free. The study is published by The Wildlife Society and costs $16 to access. Reprinting it is specifically prohibited by the terms of use, so I can only share snippets and my conclusions with you here. Having worked as a journalist for 24 years, I can report with some authority that journalists are both lazy and cheap. I don’t think it’s a stretch to say that much of the material you’re seeing written about this study is drawn from the freely-available abstract (above) only, and not a deep dive into its methodology or data. And that’s a problem, because abstracts are where researchers are able to break from their numbers and editorialize their opinions about conclusions. So what’s getting reported isn’t based on numbers, it’s based on an opinion designed for a specific audience, not the general public. Hell yeah ladies, kick that bear’s ass. The Methodology is Designed to Support a Predetermined Conclusion One of the biggest issues with the science that everyone likes to cite about bear spray’s efficacy is that no one understands that study was designed for a specific audience, looking for a specific answer. And since that audience is not the public, and our safety was not the question being asked, its conclusion is rendered irrelevant to our needs. Yes, I’m talking about Efficacy of Bear Deterrent Spray in Alaska, which was created by Tom Smith and Stephen Herrero, two of the same scientists who put together this dog-bear conflict analysis. In the spray study, the purpose was to present relevant agencies with the information they needed to issue their field workers with bear spray. As such, incidents where people were unable to access the spray or similarly failed to get it deployed in time were excluded from the results, and only incidents they deemed successful were included. Could a ranger roll down their vehicle’s window and scare a bear away from a dumpster by spraying it? Turns out the answer was yes, and that was good enough for the purposes of that study. The sample size of actual bear attacks—the thing you and I would want bear spray to provide a solution to, was too small to draw conclusions from, and didn’t indicate success in that role. Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country? has similar limitations. “Insights provided here are intended to help wildlife managers create effective guidelines regarding the presence of domestic dogs in bear habitat,” is explained clearly by the study’s text. To conduct the study, Smith and Herrero went looking for publicly available reports of dog-bear conflicts: “All incidents included in our analysis involved at least one bear, one dog, and one person who was at immediate risk of injury (e.g., not in a protective structure such as a cabin or vehicle), injured, or killed,” explains the report’s methodology. Why is that a problem? “We recognize that data used in this study are biased in that people generally only report adverse interactions with bears, not benign ones. Consequently, we assume that for the most part, people and their dogs pass through bear country without incident.” As was the problem with the bear spray study, people are drawing conclusions here from a study that was never intended to be relevant to the general public. The Smith-Herrero database famously excludes Alaska’s Defense of Life and Property records, which are elsewhere considered the largest and most authoritative source on human-bear conflict. The Dataset is Absurdly Limited A 2009 study conducted by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife estimates that each year there are at least 43,000 documented complaints of human-bear conflict across North America. Is a Dog a Help or Hindrance in Bear Country? Examined those reports for years ranging from 1901 to 2023, and only managed to find 326 such incidents that met the criteria explained above. Let’s do some quick math, poorly. 43,000 incidents x 122 years = 5,246,000 total incidents of documented human-bear conflict. Smith and Herrero were only able to find 326 incidents that met their criteria for dog+human+bear+risk or occurrence of injury. That means there’s a 0.006 percent chance that the study’s conclusion—that dogs make bear encounters more dangerous—even gets a chance of occurring. And remember, that’s only in documented conflicts. There’s no way to know how many people across North America run into a bear in any given year without any conflict, but it’s probably safe to assume that the total number is well in excess of 43,000. And, dig deeper into the study and you can find further restrictions that skew its conclusions even more. “While the people involved in these incidents did not report the level of training their dogs had received, it is our assumption that most were untrained companion dogs as opposed to well-trained bear dogs, such as Karelians and livestock guardian breeds that have proven to be significant aids in bear country,” the study’s methodology explains. And that’s a problem, because an ongoing study here in Montana is finding that the simple presence of a Kangal like our youngest dog Teddy can reduce visits to private property from grizzly bears by 87.8 percent. In addition to being a badass, Teddy is also a companion animal. And in my admittedly limited sample size of the three dogs currently present in our living room, she’s no more effective than her mutt brothers. Plenty of people own a dog capable of deterring bears, even if they didn’t set out to own a bear dog. The real purpose of this study appears to be a recommendation that leashes are mandated and recreationists pursue training in their deterrent of choice. But that doesn’t make for sensational headlines. Are There Any Real Takeaways Here? Let’s throw some numbers around, just to try and get our hands around what the larger picture might look like for bears and dogs here. The American Veterinary Medical Association estimates that 42.6 percent of American households own a dog. The Canadian Animal Health Institute says roughly 35 percent of households in Canuckistan own a dog. In an attempt to create the worst possible result for dogs, let’s run with that 35 percent number. And given that outdoorsy and rural people are more likely to both own a dog, and have bear encounters, let’s just make a giant assumption and apply that number to those 43,000 conflicts documented annually. If 35 percent of 43,000 human-bear encounters involve a dog, then we can assume that at least 15,050 dog-bear conflicts are occurring annually in North America. 15,050 x 122 = 1,836,100. Smith and Herrero were only able to find 326 incidents that met their human, dog, chance or occurrence of injury criteria across 122 years. And only 170 documented human injuries. So, with all the obvious caveats about these numbers in no way describing reality beyond narrow study parameters, what they actually found is that your risk of injury if your dog tangles with a bear is only 0.009 percent. I’ll take those odds next time I’m hiking my dogs in bear country. Top photo: “Superintendent Horace Albright, eating pancakes with bears, at Lake Lodge, Yellowstone National Park.” NPS. A journalist with more than two decades of experience working around the world, Wes Siler is here to cut through the outrage and disinformation to bring you the factual, insightful, actionable reporting you need to understand what’s going on. Upgrading to a paid subscription supports this reporting, and buys personal access to Wes, who will help you save money on gear, plan outdoor adventures, and prepare for real life, and who promises he’s less salty in real life than he sometimes comes across as on the Internet. Wes Siler’s Newsletter is a reader-supported publication. 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'Yellowstone' copyright lawsuit accuses Taylor Sheridan of stealing show's concept
A lawsuit filed in federal court on Friday accuses writer and director Taylor Sheridan of stealing the idea for his powerhouse success "Yellowstone" from Lauren J. Salkin, a Virginia-based journalist
'Yellowstone' copyright lawsuit accuses Taylor Sheridan of stealing show's concept
A lawsuit filed in federal court on Friday accuses writer and director Taylor Sheridan of stealing the idea for his powerhouse success "Yellowstone" from Lauren J. Salkin, a Virginia-based journalist
Taylor Sheridan planned on retiring after ‘Yellowstone’ but he needed money for this purchase
Taylor Sheridan opted not to retire after ‘Yellowstone’ because he had to pay for his multimillion-dollar Four Sixes Ranch in Texas.
How likely is a Yellowstone 'supervolcano' eruption today?
Don't cancel your trip just yet.
Sorry, 'Yellowstone' Fans: This Spinoff Is Officially Never Happening
Taylor Sheridan just delivered some unexpected news about the future of the 'Yellowstone' universe. Here’s why one highly anticipated project is officially off the table.
Taylor Sheridan says 'Yellowstone' ranch spinoff '6666' won't happen
Taylor Sheridan has drastically pulled back on the reins on the "Yellowstone" spinoff "6666." The creator of the Sheridan TV Universe kicked up dust with the Aug.
Smoke plumes have unique fingerprints. They’re all bad for your health.
Wildfires are pushing smoke around Greater Yellowstone and across the country. But one fire’s smoke may be harsher than another’s.
Lioness star Michael Kelly calls Taylor Sheridan 'one of the greatest storytellers' in entertainment
Michael Kelly says he'll do literally any project Taylor Sheridan creates, calling the "Lioness" and "Yellowstone" creator a standalone talent.
Life On Earth Appeared Not Once But Twice, Both Times Evolving From A Common Genetic Code
For life to get started it may have depended on one of the rarest, and currently most expensive, metals on Earth.
Jen Landon recalls cow kicking ‘Yellowstone’ costar in the face
‘Yellowstone’ stars Jen Landon and Ian Bohen recall him being kicked in the face by a cow while filming the TV drama.
Why Kelly Reilly thinks Monica’s ‘Marshals’ death was a ‘missed opportunity’ in ‘Dutton Ranch’ season 1
Kelly Reilly is sharing why she thinks Monica’s death on fellow ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff ‘Marshals’ was a real ‘missed opportunity’ in season 1 of her and Cole Hauser’s ‘Dutton Ranch.’
Scientists thought ravens followed wolves for food. A 2.5-year GPS study told a different story.
For decades, biologists believed ravens found their next meal by shadowing wolves across the landscape until the predators made a kill. A new study in and around Yellowstone National Park suggests the birds are using a far more sophisticated strategy.
Scientists Thought Ravens Followed Wolves for Food. They Were Wrong. Ravens Predict Them
New GPS tracking suggests ravens navigate Yellowstone using a mental map of wolf kills.
“Dutton Ranch” hires new boss for season 2 after moving on from creator
A "Justified" alum is taking over the "Yellowstone" spinoff series.
Taylor Sheridan makes rare comment on Kevin Costner's departure from 'Yellowstone'
Taylor Sheridan is speaking out about Kevin Costner's departure from 'Yellowstone' in season 5, revealing that the actor had been 'ready to go.'
“Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan slams Marvel movies and studio execs: 'It didn't used to be this way'
The screenwriter had plenty to say about the superhero studio.
'Yellowstone' creator Taylor Sheridan slams Marvel movies and studio execs: 'It didn't used to be this way'
'Yellowstone' creator Taylor Sheridan had harsh criticism for Marvel movies, saying the superhero films use 'information dumps that you have to follow to get to the action rather than actually moving plot.'
Yellowstone’s supervolcano may be fueled by something unexpected
Scientists have uncovered a new explanation for what powers Yellowstone and other supervolcanoes. Instead of a deep plume rising from near Earth’s core, a broad “mantle wind” may push hot rock beneath Yellowstone, generating magma closer to the surface. This process helps create a massive underground magma network and may explain how supervolcanoes remain active for long periods.
Scientists just found the hidden 'lid' keeping Yellowstone's supervolcano from erupting - Futura-Sciences
Few places fuel doomsday headlines like Yellowstone. America’s most famous national park sits atop a supervolcano, and the question of when it might blow has haunted the public for decades. So when scientists finally got a clear look at the top of its magma system in 2025, the discovery was...
Yellowstone Wolves' Forest Revival Was Overstated, Scientists Say
Back to the drawing board?
Student research in Yellowstone could help scientists understand life on other planets
Arizona State University doctoral candidates Tanner Barnes and Vince Debes both enjoy a good hike. But when they set out on trails in places like Yellowstone National Park, they are not just taking in the sights — they are collecting samples that could answer some of science’s biggest questions: how life survives in extreme environments, how planets become habitable and what signs of life scientists should look for beyond Earth.
Montana Board of Investments closes deal on Laurel land for proposed forensic mental health facility
The state has closed on its purchase of 114 acres in west Laurel proposed for a forensic mental health facility and is now asking Yellowstone County to rezone the property.
Yellowstone wolves may not have reshaped the national park after all
One of the most celebrated claims about Yellowstone’s wolves is facing a major challenge. Scientists say the study behind the famous trophic cascade story relied on flawed methods that overstated the ecological impact of wolf recovery. Their reanalysis found no evidence for a dramatic, park-wide surge in willow growth. Instead, the effects appear smaller and vary from place to place.
Cole Hauser Says 106-Degree Texas Heat Made It Tough to Keep Weight on While Filming “Dutton Ranch” (Exclusive)
"I was trying to keep weight on," Hauser tells PEOPLE of filming the 'Yellowstone' spinoff in Texas
'Dutton Ranch' has 'Yellowstone' fans falling for Beth and Rip all over again
"Dutton Ranch" stars Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser say Beth and Rip's relationship works because it isn't perfect — and fans agree.
She's 'unhinged.' He's a cowboy with a soft side. 'Dutton Ranch' has 'Yellowstone' fans falling for Beth and Rip all over again.
"Dutton Ranch" stars Kelly Reilly and Cole Hauser say Beth and Rip's relationship works because it isn't perfect — and fans agree.
Scientists stunned by new Yellowstone discovery: what it means for the next eruption - Futura-Sciences
Yellowstone: The Supervolcano That Never Sleeps Yellowstone is widely regarded as one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world. Why? It’s a supervolcano, known for its potential to unleash absolutely colossal eruptions. The last time it blew was around 70,000 years ago, but make no mistake—the volcano is far...
New TV shows to watch this week: Tune in to 'Dutton Ranch' on the Paramount Network, stream 'The Other Bennet Sister' on BritBox and catch 'Mr. Bigstuff' on Hulu
"Yellowstone" gets another spinoff — and "Pride and Prejudice" fans are in for a treat.
Scientists Thought Ravens Followed Wolves for Food. They Were Wrong. Ravens Predict Them
New GPS tracking suggests ravens navigate Yellowstone using a mental map of wolf kills.
What to know about 'Yellowstone' spinoff 'Dutton Ranch' ahead of premiere
The long-awaited “Dutton Ranch” premiere is set for Friday, May 15, debuting two episodes that introduce life after “Yellowstone” for Beth and Rip.
What to Stream: ‘Dutton Ranch,’ Colin Jost plays games, Maluma, Stanley Tucci and ‘The Crash’
The long-awaited “Yellowstone” spinoff “Dutton Ranch” and a fresh collection from the Colombian superstar Maluma, are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you.
'Dutton Ranch' — the new 'Yellowstone' spinoff — follows Beth and Rip to South Texas: Here's what we know about the series
The series, which builds on characters originally created by Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, picks up a year after "Yellowstone" ends with Beth and Rip buying a ranch in Dillon, Mont.
Yellowstone's volcano may be fueled in a very different way than we thought
Yellowstone eruptions may be driven by shifts in Earth's crust, rather than a deep well of magma, study finds.
Yellowstone's volcano may be fueled in a very different way than we thought
Yellowstone eruptions may be driven by shifts in Earth's crust, rather than a deep well of magma, study finds.
'Dutton Ranch' premieres on May 15: Everything you need to know about the new 'Yellowstone' spinoff
'Yellowstone' fans, get ready, because Beth and Rip are back in an all new spinoff series, 'Dutton Ranch.'
‘Marshals’: Riley Green Performs New Song on ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoff
How the love song became a backdrop for a potential new romance for Kayce Dutton.
‘Marshals’: Riley Green Performs New Song on ‘Yellowstone’ Spinoff
How the love song became a backdrop for a potential new romance for Kayce Dutton.
Lainey Wilson’s Health Issues: Her Anxiety, Depression & More
The 'Yellowstone' star opens up about her anxiety and depression in a new Netflix doc.
How Teaching Wilderness Science in Yellowstone Inspired a Fantasy Novel in Victorian London
It was around sundown when, after putting my eighth graders in their tents for quiet time, the grizzly bear came charging into camp. This was not a totally unusual occurrence in Yellowstone—after…
‘Marshals’ Stars Tease ‘Yellowstone’ Cameos & Finale’s ‘Intense Cliffhanger’
All the details on the final episodes of Season 1.
Scientists Uncover Hidden Force Powering Yellowstone’s Supervolcano
A new geodynamic model is reshaping how scientists understand supervolcanoes, revealing that their magma systems may be far more diffuse and dynamic than previously believed.
Yellowstone nearing eruption as new study finds magma brimming below the surface: scientists
‘Yellowstone’s Jefferson White to Guest Star on ‘Boston Blue’
See him with Donnie Wahlberg and Sonequa Martin-Green.
Were ‘Yellowstone’ Streaming Rights to Blame for ‘Marshals’ Killing Off Monica?
How this might impact Beth and Rip 'Yellowstone' spinoff.
Were ‘Yellowstone’ Streaming Rights to Blame for ‘Marshals’ Killing Off Monica?
How this might impact Beth and Rip 'Yellowstone' spinoff.
Were ‘Yellowstone’ Streaming Rights to Blame for ‘Marshals’ Killing Off Monica?
How this might impact Beth and Rip 'Yellowstone' spinoff.
‘Marshals’: Kayce Channels Monica Dutton in Search for Missing Indigenous Girls
The spinoff references one of Monica Dutton's biggest 'Yellowstone' episodes.
‘Marshals’: Kayce Channels Monica Dutton in Search for Missing Indigenous Girls
The spinoff references one of Monica Dutton's biggest 'Yellowstone' episodes.
New stamp honors Yellowstone’s iconic bison
Photographer Tom Murphy has documented the park's wildlife for decades. Now, one of his photos will be on a Forever Stamp.
World’s largest acidic geyser erupts for first time since 2020
Yellowstone's Echinus Geyser spews out hot water that's as acidic as vinegar.
Everything you need to know about the new ‘Yellowstone’ spinoff: ‘Marshals’ premiere time tonight, where to stream, cast and more
Taylor Sheridan's next chapter in the 'Yellowstone' universe starts this Sunday.
Coalition sues to block removal of history, science displays from US national parks
A coalition of six conservation and education organizations sued the US Department of the Interior on Tuesday, challenging a policy that has led to the removal of exhibits about slavery, climate chang...
Yellowstone’s supervolcano is creating a 19-mile bulge
But scientists aren't that worried.
'System in flux': Scientists reveal what happened when wolves and cougars returned to Yellowstone
Large carnivores are both clashing and coexisting in the western United States. Although wolves dominate cougars and steal their prey, cougars' shift from elk- to deer-heavy diets, paired with a rugged landscape for escape, might help cougars avoid violent wolf encounters.
Family revives 1960s Yellowstone theater for a new era of live entertainment
A historic theater space with deep local roots is being brought back to life as a new generation prepares to reopen it this summer.
Family revives 1960s Yellowstone theater for a new era of live entertainment
WEST YELLOWSTONE, Montana — A historic theater space with deep local roots is being brought back to life as a new generation prepares to reopen it this summer. The Yellowstone Westgate Theater, located at 29 Madison Avenue in West Yellowstone, Montana, is scheduled to open June 4 following a full refurbishment. The reopening marks a […]
Bob on Business: ‘Yellowstone’ effect continues with ‘Landman’-like ranch deal
Also, Meacham airport upgrades; power play at data center; a merger; and real estate news.
‘Yellowstone’ universe actors to shoot Western ‘The Rescue’ in Georgia
Paramount is planning to shoot a modern day Western in Georgia starting next month called “The Rescue,” starring two actors from the “Yellowstone” universe.
The Biggest Taylor Sheridan Controversies, Explained
Sheridan has rankled viewers and critics, and he even had a legal tussle with one of his ‘Yellowstone’ stars.
Did reintroducing Wolves to Yellowstone really cause an ecological cascade?
Previous research on the effect of wolves on the food web has been criticized, raising questions about the predator’s role in the Yellowstone ecosystem.
Health officials confirm first Yellowstone County influenza death of the season
RiverStone Health and the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services confirmed Wednesday the first death in Yellowstone County of the 2025-2026 influenza season.
RiverStone Health announces crackdown on kratom sales in Yellowstone County
RiverStone Health announced Monday it will begin enforcement against the sales of kratom in Yellowstone County.