The Yaak Valley Forest Council works to protect the last roadless areas in Montana’s Yaak Valley and the Kootenai National Forest; maintain and restore the ecological integrity of this geographical zone by conserving and improving habitat for native and sensitive species; encourage and support the development of local economies based on stewardship principles, value-added forest products, habitat conservation and ecological restoration; and educate local residents on the value of protected and restored landscapes for community and economic development.
Yaak Valley Forest Council
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