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A Remarkable Recovery Grizzly bear sightings have become common across the West. However, in the not-too-distant past, spotting one of these critters would be considered about as unique as running into a wolverine. The expansion of this iconic species is due to the hard work of many generations of conservationists, landowners, hunters, and wildlife professionals. […]

Wyoming Wildlife Federation Statement on Proposed Grizzly Bear Management Rule Today, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a proposed revised 4(d) rule intended to give states greater responsibility for managing recovered grizzly bear populations while they remain listed under the Endangered Species Act. This is a conservation success worth celebrating. Grizzly bears in the […]

Why a new federal review gives Wyoming another opportunity to stand up for the Miracle Mile, bighorn sheep, and local communities The proposed Seminoe Pumped Storage Project is not just another energy project. It is a massive industrial energy-storage proposal in one of the worst places in Wyoming to build it: the Seminoe, Kortes, and […]

On May 16, 2026, Wyoming Wildlife Federation hosted our 5th Annual Wild Game Cookoff in Lander, bringing together six teams, a room full of hungry attendees, and a shared appreciation for Wyoming’s wildlife, wild country, and the food these places provide. At its core, the Wild Game Cookoff is about what we like to call […]

The Wyoming Wildlife Federation is pleased to welcome Luke Cox as our new Communications & Events Coordinator. In this role, Luke will support WWF’s mission through storytelling, public outreach, event coordination, and member engagement. His work will focus on strengthening connections between sportsmen and women, conservation partners, public land advocates, and the broader Wyoming community. […]

This piece is written by Wyoming Wildlife Federation Civic Engagement Fellow Colton Schick. The first time I testified on policy was in 2023. I was sixteen years old, lobbying on the Kelly Parcel. Being the youngest person in the room by decades, while also knowing that 90% of my friends utilize public lands for various […]

The 2026 legislative session showed what’s possible when hunters, anglers, landowners, conservation partners, and local communities show up together for wildlife and Wyoming’s outdoor way of life.

The 2026 legislative session showed what’s possible when hunters, anglers, landowners, conservation partners, and local communities show up together for wildlife and Wyoming’s outdoor way of life.

The Wyoming Wildlife Federation (WWF) applauds Senator Barlow and the 38 cosponsors* for introducing a joint resolution (SJ0009) that reaffirms Wyoming’s commitment to public lands, multiple use, and locally driven land stewardship that sustains wildlife and the people who depend on healthy landscapes. Today, the resolution passed the Wyoming State Legislature and heads to the […]

Wyoming’s legislative session moves fast and not always predictably. Think of this as your field notes from Cheyenne so you know what matters, what to watch, and when to speak up. Scouting Report: Cheyenne Budget Session Because success starts with good scouting The 2026 Wyoming Budget Session opened like the first morning of Jackson shed […]

Last week the Wyoming Wildlife Federation hosted the 9th annual Camo at the Capitol, and this year it showed exactly how conservation works in Wyoming. More than 75 hunters, anglers and trappers from across the state joined us, alongside 12 partner sporting organizations, for a full day focused on civic engagement, wildlife policy, and community. […]

The Wyoming Wildlife Federation applauds Senator Barlow for introducing a joint resolution (SJ0009) that reaffirms Wyoming’s commitment to public lands, multiple use, and locally driven land stewardship that sustains wildlife and the people who depend on healthy landscapes. Today, February 17, the resolution unanimously passed the Senate Travel, Recreation, Wildlife & Cultural Resources Committee after […]

Call your senators And ask them to vote no on SF 0051:Transferable landowner hunting licenses-requirements. Contact Your Senators Things are already moving quickly, so much so, that there will likely be a vote on the transferrable tags bill (SF-0051) TOMORROW, February 9th. If you haven’t called your senator, do it now. Respectfully request they oppose […]

We’re excited to share that we’re raffling another Commissioner Tag this year! The Commissioner license (also referred to as a tag) offers a great opportunity for the holder to purchase either a Wyoming deer, antelope, or elk tag in any hunt across the state. These hunts include the famed rutting mule deer hunt near Dubois, late-season snowy elk hunts […]

It’s been a long week. You deserve some fun pika pics facts. Pika fun facts Pika’s hair is so thick that even after shedding in the summer, if they are exposed to the sun/hot temperatures for too long they will overheat and die. One pika can gather up to 60 pounds of grass for winter. […]

This summer, WWF was able to provide a total of 218 hours of programming for 135 Wyoming kids between the ages of 3 and 14 across 3 communities. Our camps are equal parts learning and play, because we know the immense value of free play outside for kids. Time outdoors is important for physical and emotional […]

It was a packed house on Wednesday, January 7th at Pushroot for the first Wildlife on Tap presentation of the year. Our WoT schedule kicked off with our very own Government Affairs Director, Jess Johnson, taking a dive into the Wyoming State budget process. If you missed it in person (or just want another refresh) […]