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Welcome to Region 6
The Mountain-Prairie Region consists of 8 states in the heart of the American west including Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming.
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Science
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has a long tradition of scientific excellence and always uses the best-available science to inform its work to conserve fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitat for the benefit of the American public.
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National Wildlife Refuges
Where Wildlife Comes First
Created in 1903 by President Theodore Roosevelt, today's National Wildlife Refuge System protects habitats and wildlife across the country, from the Alaskan tundra to subtropical wetlands. Managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Refuge System's 560-plus refuges cover more than 150 million acres and protect nearly 1,400 species of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and fish.
While national wildlife refuges were created to protect wildlife, they are for people too. Refuges are ideal places for people of all ages to explore and connect with the natural world. We invite you to learn more about and visit the national wildlife refuges and wetland management districts in Colorado, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
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Ecological Services
The Mountain-Prairie Region's Office of Ecological Services (ES) works to restore and protect healthy populations of fish, wildlife, and plants and the environments upon which they depend. Using the best available science, ES personnel work with Federal, State, Tribal, local, and non-profit stakeholders, as well as private land owners, to avoid, minimize, and mitigate threats to our Nation's natural resources.
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Migratory Birds
Providing leadership in the conservation of migratory bird habitat through partnerships, grants, and outreach for present and future generations. The Migratory Bird Program is responsible for maintaining healthy migratory bird populations for the benefit of the American people.
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Fish and Aquatic Conservation
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Fish and Aquatic Conservation Program in the Mountain-Prairie Region helps conserve, protect, and enhance aquatic resources and provides economically valuable recreational fishing to anglers across the country. The program comprises 12 National Fish Hatcheries.
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Law Enforcement
Law enforcement is essential to virtually every aspect of wildlife conservation. The Office of Law Enforcement contributes to Service efforts to manage ecosystems, save endangered species, conserve migratory birds, preserve wildlife habitat, restore fisheries, combat invasive species, and promote international wildlife conservation.
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External Affairs
External Affairs staff in the Mountain-Prairie Region of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service provides support to the regional office and field stations to communicate and faciliate information about the Service's programs to the public, media, Congress, Tribes, partners, and other stakeholders in the 8-state region.
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Endangered Species CONTACT US
Resources: Candidate Conservation Agreements | Consultation | Habitat Conservation Plans | Permits | Safe Harbor Agreements | Species List
Assistant Regional Director
Michael Thabault
Michael_Thabault@fws.gov
303-236-4252
Endangered Species Chief
Vacant
Administrative Assistant
Vicki Klaas
Vicki_Klaas@fws.gov
303-236-4516
Section 7 Coordinator
Doug Laye
Doug_Laye@fws.gov
303-236-4046
Conservation Planning Assistance/NEPA
Dave Carlson
Dave_Carlson@fws.gov
303-236-4254
Administrative Support
Kris Olsen
Kris_Olsen@fws.gov
303-236-4256
Senior Listing Biologist
Justin Shoemaker
Justin_Shoemaker@fws.gov
309-757-5800 ext. 214
Contaminants
Maria Boroja
Maria_Boroja@fws.gov
303-236-4518
Asst. Recovery Coordinator/Permits
Kathy Konishi
Kathy_Konishi@fws.gov
719-628-2670
Deputy Assistant Regional Director
Nicole Alt
Nicole_Alt@fws.gov
303-236-4213
Recovery Coordinator &
Assistant ESA Chief
Seth Willey
Seth_Willey@fws.gov
303-236-4257
Energy/Sage Grouse Biologist
Lara Juliusson
Lara_Juliusson @fws.gov
303-236-9876
Budget Analyst
Tony Mireles
Tony_Mireles@fws.gov
303-236-4512
Conservation Plans & Grants
Amelia Orton-Palmer
Amelia_Orton-Palmer@fws.gov
303-236-4211
National Wetlands Inventory (NWI)
Kevin Bon
Kevin_Bon@fws.gov
303-236-4263
LEAP & GIS
Todd Lickfett
Todd_Lickfett@fws.gov
303-236-4265
Listing and Candidate Classification
Sarah Backsen
Sarah_Backsen@fws.gov
303-236-4388
Natural Resource Damage Assessment
John Wegrzyn
John_Wegrzyn@fws.gov
303-236-4261
