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Pinedale Anticline Drilling Rig
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Pinedale Anticline Drilling Rig

by Dave Showalter

Category: Man & NatureAdded March 26, 2009295 views

Buildings, People, Scenery

Keywords: natural gas, drilling, environmental, pinedale anticline

A natural gas drilling rig stands before the majestic Wind River Range. Intensive drilling on the Pinedale Anticline threatens important winter range for mule deer and pronghorn that migrate from Grand Teton national Park. Conservation groups are calling for responsible and sustainable drilling throughout the region, with protections for wildlife.
Image Format: Digital Capture - Greater than 9MPImage Crop: Full FrameDigital Enhancement: Digital RetouchModel Release: NAProperty Release: NACaptive: NA