Wildlife

UCUT Wildlife Conservation Projects: Protecting Native Species and Restoring Habitats Across the Upper Columbia River Basin

Protecting Wildlife and Restoring Native Species Through Tribal-Led Projects Across the Upper Columbia Basin

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UCUT is committed to preserving the biodiversity of the Upper Columbia River Basin by protecting wildlife populations, restoring critical habitats, and supporting balanced ecosystems. From elk and big game to birds of prey and culturally significant species, our efforts ensure wildlife thrive across tribal lands and traditional territories for generations to come.

Goals and Outcomes

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  • Restore habitat critical to the survival of native and culturally important wildlife

  • Monitor and manage species through collaborative, science-based programs

  • Suppress invasive species that threaten ecosystem balance

  • Enhance connectivity and corridors for migratory wildlife

  • Support food sovereignty, culture, and ecological resilience through wildlife conservation

View our Wildlife Projects

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20 Year Report

20 Year Report

Over the past 20 years, the UCUT have developed and implemented hundreds of projects on issues of common concern: to protect, preserve, and enhance Treaty and Executive Order tribal rights, sovereignty, culture, fish, water, wildlife, habitat and other interests and issues for the benefit of all people. The natural resources managed by the UCUT yield millions of dollars annually to the …
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United for the Benefit of All

United for the Benefit of All

To ensure a healthy future for the traditional territorial lands of our ancestors through a proactive and science-based approach to promoting Indian culture, fish, wildlife, and habitat, the UCUT provide one voice for our region. Together, the UCUT have worked hard to create a better environment for future generations. In order to continue, we need the support of regional lawmakers and …
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UCUT and Bonneville Power Administration Partnership

UCUT and Bonneville Power Administration Partnership

Memorandum of Understanding A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) and UCUT and its five member tribes was signed in 2005. It is intended to further the mutual interests of the parties and improve relationships and communications in an effort to better manage, coordinate, and carry out fish and wildlife protection and mitigation …
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Explore More of Our Work

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Want to see what else we’re doing across the Upper Columbia region? Browse all of our ongoing and completed projects.

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Meet the Tribes Behind the Work

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Our projects are made possible by the leadership and collaboration of five sovereign tribal nations. Learn more about the Member Tribes that make up UCUT and their connection to this land.

Discover The Tribes

Have a Question or Want to Learn More?

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