1. Electric Fencing to Exclude Deer and Elk from Recovering Areas Authors - Jim Knight, Extension Wildlife Specialist, Montana State University Lisa Schmidt, former Montana State University Extension Service, Madison-Jefferson County Agent, Montana

2. Fencing to exclude elk and deer from pastures Fences – most effective, long-term Several fence types

3. Constructing an effective permanent electric fence Psychological barriers Deer, 8-wire Elk, 7-wire 6 feet high 4000 volts Keep charger on!

4. Constructing, cont. Elk and deer need to see it Shiny reflectors Molasses

5. Constructing, cont. Cut vegetation Solar or battery powered Mount to wooden post

6. Effective temporary electric fences 2-strand, 17-gauge Less expensive, but more maintenance

7. Effective temporary electric fences, cont. Foil flags Keep fence on! Keep vegetation clear