LINCOLN — Despite Gov. Pete Ricketts’ opposition to conservation easements, and “no” votes from two local boards, a wildlife group recently was able to establish a permanent conservation easement along a pristine stretch of the Niobrara River in north-central Nebraska.  A year ago, Ricketts held a series of “30-by-30” rallies across the state, railing against … Continue reading Wildlife group gets conservation easement despite opposition by Ricketts, county, Niobrara Council