by Dale Rodebaugh
Two members of Great Old Broads for Wilderness, a Durango-based conservation group, recently found their organization was mentioned on Old West-style “wanted” posters in Utah. The apparent reason: their involvement in trying to restore an area rich in archaeological treasures that has been invaded by off-road vehicles.
Under a skull and crossbones are the words: “Wanted Dead or Alive.” Beneath, in larger type, it reads: “Members of Great Old Broads for Wilderness are not allowed in San Juan County Utah.”
“We’ve run into hostility before but never so overtly,” Ronni Egan, executive director of the group, said Friday.
“It was very disconcerting. I don’t leave my car unattended in Blanding,” Associate Director Rose Chilcoat said.
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