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Championing Wildlife Conservation for Over Three Decades

The mission of the Mule Deer Foundation is to ensure the conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer and their habitat.

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Promise

The Mule Deer Foundation is the only conservation group in North America dedicated to restoring, improving, and protecting mule deer and black-tailed deer and their habitat, with a focus on science and program efficiency. Our conservation programs combined with our grassroots support are the foundation of who we are as an organization.

Our vision is to unite deer, people, landscapes for the betterment of habitat, communities and our way of life.

Role in public access

Our conservation efforts are delivered through efforts by MDF staff and in partnership with state and federal agencies as well as other non-profit organizations.

MDF is also a strong voice for public access, wildlife management, and conservation policy issues. We support regulated hunting as a viable component to wildlife management and we are committed to mentoring the next generation of sportsmen and women into the traditions of hunting, shooting sports, and conservation.

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MDF is dedicated to the following goals:

Sustaining Mule Deer Populations

To restore, improve, and protect mule deer habitat (including land and easement acquisitions) resulting in self-sustaining, healthy, free ranging, and huntable deer populations.
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Partnering for Wildlife Management

To encourage and support responsible wildlife management with government agencies, private organizations, and landowners.
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Advancing Mule Deer Research and Awareness

To promote public education and scientific research related to mule deer and wildlife management.
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Advocating for Mule Deer Welfare

To support and encourage responsible and ethical behavior and awareness of issues among those whose actions affect mule deer.

Sustaining Mule Deer Populations

To restore, improve, and protect mule deer habitat (including land and easement acquisitions) resulting in self-sustaining, healthy, free ranging, and huntable deer populations.
Mule deer fawn hidden in green shrubs

Partnering for Wildlife Management

To encourage and support responsible wildlife management with government agencies, private organizations, and landowners.
Mule deer buck standing among trees

Advancing Mule Deer Research and Awareness

To promote public education and scientific research related to mule deer and wildlife management.
Mule deer buck grazing in a grassland at sunset

Connected by Conservation

Connected by Conservation represents a meticulously crafted strategy by the Mule Deer Foundation, focused on the pivotal conservation of mule deer, black-tailed deer, and their habitats. This initiative is a testament to the symbiotic relationship between wildlife populations, their natural environments, and the human communities that share these spaces.

MDF is set to spotlight four pivotal narratives under the CBC initiative:

  • Connecting People: Fostering a community united by a shared commitment to conservation.
  • Connecting Landscapes: Ensuring the continuity and health of ecosystems through strategic conservation efforts.
  • Connecting Herds: Safeguarding the genetic diversity and vitality of wildlife populations.
  • Connecting to the Wild: Encouraging deeper engagement and appreciation for the natural world.
Mule deer fawn hidden in green shrubs

Science Driven

How MDF is different

Mule deer buck grazing in a grassland at sunset

Connected by Conservation

Our initiative, Connected by Conservation, embodies our holistic approach to conservation.

It emphasizes the interconnectedness of all elements within an ecosystem and the vital role that each individual plays in the broader conservation effort. By prioritizing science, we ensure that our projects not only benefit mule deer but also contribute to the health and balance of entire ecosystems.”

Priority Herds, Priority Landscapes Program

  • Connecting People: Fostering a community united by a shared commitment to conservation.
  • Connecting Landscapes: Ensuring the continuity and health of ecosystems through strategic conservation efforts.
  • Connecting Herds: Safeguarding the genetic diversity and vitality of wildlife populations.
  • Connecting to the Wild: Encouraging deeper engagement and appreciation for the natural world.
Mule deer buck standing among trees

Key Components of the Program

Habitat Restoration

Using scientific data to restore and enhance vital habitats, ensuring mule deer have the resources they need to thrive.

Migration Corridors

Protecting and improving migration routes based on GPS tracking and movement studies.

Community Engagement

Our community programs educate and inspire future generations of conservationists, ensuring that the passion for protecting mule deer continues to grow.
    Graphic with text: Deer, People, Landscapes.

    Join Us

    By joining the Mule Deer Foundation, you become part of a community that values and supports science-based conservation. Your involvement helps ensure that our projects are grounded in the best available science and that they achieve meaningful, lasting results.

    Become a Member  Support our science-first approach by becoming a member of MDF
    Volunteer  Participate in habitat projects and help us implement science-driven solutions on the ground.
    Donate  Contribute to funding research and conservation initiatives that are critical to our mission.