Biggins et al. Study is still in progress. This BIN is now completed except for publications. Steve Cinnamon earlier indicated that the proximate concern involved a site at Fort Larned, Kansas. The Santa Fe Trail passes through the area and is designated as a historical site.
Prairie dogs live at the site, and their burrowing activities are degrading the trail ruts.
NPS is interested in relocating prairie dogs off-site. Previous efforts, including the use of the Dog-Gone vacuum system, were incomplete. Steve earlier was apprised of ongoing activities involving prairie dogs. We agreed that BRD could provide technical assistance. That might include convening some experts on prairie dogs, a site visit, development of a strategy, and consideration of a range of options.