KEY INITIATIVES
Policy Development
We work closely with legislators and policymakers to draft and promote policy that benefit wildlife conservation. Our efforts ensure that the needs of mule deer and their habitats are considered in legislative decisions.
Advocacy
MDF advocates for strong conservation policies at the federal, state, and local levels. We engage with elected officials, providing them with the latest scientific research and data to support informed
Implementation
Beyond advocacy, we are involved in the practical implementation of conservation policies. Our team collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure that conservation laws and regulations are effectively applied on the ground.
Collaborative efforts
MDF partners with like-minded organizations, state and federal agencies, and other conservation groups to amplify our impact. By working together, we can achieve more significant and lasting results for wildlife conservation.
Policy Influence
We play an active role in informing, directing, and writing conservation policies on a national level. Our involvement helps shape policies that have a generational impact on the landscape, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the natural beauty and biodiversity we cherish today.
Advocating for Conservation
By participating in these efforts, MDF ensures that conservation is a priority in political arenas, protecting our natural heritage for years to come. Through collaboration and dedicated advocacy, we strive to create a sustainable future for mule deer, black-tailed deer, and the diverse ecosystems they inhabit.”
The Mule Deer Foundation Supports Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen and Expedite Emergency Restoration Actions Post Natural Disasters
The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) strongly supports the newly introduced bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and Michael Bennet (D-CO), which seeks to enhance and expedite emergency watershed recovery efforts in the wake of natural disasters such as wildfires, floods, and other catastrophic events. These bills, the Making Access to Cleanup Happen (MATCH) Act and the Watershed Protection and Forestry Recovery Act, are vital to preserving the health of our western landscapes and ensuring the resilience of communities that depend on these natural resources.
Mule Deer Foundation to Fund Record Amount of $2.5 Million In Utah Wildlife Conservation Projects
Clearfield, UT – April 4, 2025 – The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) continues its collaboration with the Watershed Restoration Initiative (WRI) to fund and support several critical wildlife conservation projects across the […]
Efforts to Implement Mule Deer Habitat Work on Federal Lands as Part of Fix Our Forests Act.
The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) applauds Senators John Curtis – UT-(R), Tim Sheehy – MT (R), John Hickenlooper – CO (D), and Alex Padilla – CA (D) for introducing the Fix Our Forests Act (FOFA) in the United States Senate. This bi-partisan Act will allow federal land management agencies including the US Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management to improve the health of our public lands including work on important habitats for mule deer. The Fix Our Forest Act focuses on restoring forest health, increasing resiliency to catastrophic wildfires, and protecting communities. In the past there were efforts to streamline processes within the federal agencies to rapidly address forest and rangeland health, but due to a technical error they had limited effectiveness. The clear language within FOFA fixes those errors and will ensure that implementation efforts will be undertaken in a responsible and expeditious manner.
Mule Deer Foundation Delivers Huge win for Conservation in Montana!
Contrary to the past where these exclusive tags have been all but unattainable behind a pay to play auction system in 2025, we are hosting an open raffle with a price tag that makes this opportunity available to all who are interested. This tag was open residents and non-residents alike.