For example, the group identified as ranchers will come up with a list of important issues, such as bear kills of livestock, competition of food, safety, etc. Have each student take notes, and to limit confusion, clarify that each person in the group will be representing their stakeholder group later on. The CMC will represent western towns such as Hamilton, Missoula, McCall, Stanley, etc. Remember to emphasize to the students that they are speaking for their original stakeholder group, and the ideas may not represent personal views. It is also at this time that the study questions will be posed and discussed in the large group.
Time allotted is the remaining portion of the class.
Even local natural resource managers must adhere to their superiors based in Washington. This question is intended to follow up to questions 2 and 3, in which local concerns may sometimes outweigh those of federal law. Businesses likely to benefit or lose will depend on the alternative chosen. Local stores may also benefit from increased tourism in the area. Also, while many students may support reintroduction with the status of fully protected, the financial and human resources may not be available to fully implement and enforce it.