In Response To Damien Austin's Letter In Aug. 31 Issue

Dear Editor,

1. Federal approval to graze public lands was established many years ago, but was limited to production of domestic cattle, not bison.

2. Why is the Federal Government allowing grazing privileges for your bison? The return of bison to eastern Montana is American Prairie's vision. Your vision is not shared by many who live and work in the area you seek to change.

3. I don't know what laws you claim support your vision. (see comment number 1)

4. Finally, you specifically call your vision, "our private bison herd." I can only surmise that if meat is needed to feed people, your "private bison herd" will be off limits.

I'm dumb, but I ain't stupid.

Chuck Schedel

An old eastern Montana kid

Sincerely,

Charles Schedel

Bigfork, Mont.