Bringing hunters and anglers together and building an effective and informed advocacy voice is the mission for the Camo at the Capitol program. The program includes advocacy training and legislative action days at the Wyoming State Capitol, all aimed at cultivating a strong conservation voice for sportsmen and women, culminating in lasting policy changes that benefit wildlife and our sporting heritage.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR CAMO AT THE CAPITOL ON FEBURARY 15, 2024!
Camo at the Capitol provides an opportunity for hunters, anglers, and other conservationists to exercise their public voice. Attendees will learn the ins and out’s of the legislative process, including bill creation, tracking, and ultimately its passing (or not passing) into law. Those who attend will not only learn the skill necessary for communicating with lawmakers but will also have the opportunity to speak directly with elected officials as they lobby for specific bills affecting the hunting and angling community.
Gas reimbursements are available for attendees who carpool with at least two Camo at the Capitol attendees.
We're also looking for additional volunteers! If you would like to make a wild game appetizer at the Legislative Reception, contact Jess Johnson at jessijohnson@wyomingwildlife.org
THE DETAILS
*NEW LOCATION* Advocacy Training *NEW LOCATION*
FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES, DOWNTOWN CHEYENNE
1820 W Lincolnway, Cheyenne, WY 82001
9:00 am - 12:00 pm (lunch will be provided)
New at the 2024 Camo at the Capitol event are two different breakout sessions starting at 9:00 am.
One is for those who need a refresher on how the Legislature works. If you haven’t been involved in state-level politics since your high school civics class, this will be for you!
The other session will be for those who have attended Camo at the Capitol in the past, or those who are old hat with the Wyoming Legislature. That way they can get more into the nitty gritty on the topics at hand. Come ready to learn!
Capitol Tour
Capitol Building
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Walk the halls of Wyoming's State House before getting an opportunity to pull your elected officials off the floor for discussion on bills that are important to you.
Sportsmen's Legislative Reception
Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, 710 S Lions Park Dr, Cheyenne, WY 82001
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Food | Drinks | Guest Speakers
Meet with your legislators and hear from wildlife managers about the issues that matter to you. Wild game dishes will be served along with Wyoming brews and spirits. In addition, a live podcast and guest speakers will round out the night. We hope you can join us in Cheyenne for this great event in the conservation community.
Pronghorn Pilsner for this event is provided by our partners at Wyldlife For Tomorrow!
Contact Gov't Affairs Director, Jessi Johnson at jessijohnson@wyomingwildlife.org for more details.
LODGING DISCOUNTS
Red Lion Hotel
204 W Fox Farm Rd, Cheyenne, WY 82007
Mention Camo At The Capitol when booking for a discounted rate.
Supporting Organizations
The Issues Addressed
Each Program that Wyoming Wildlife Federation runs affects a variety of
different conservation Issues. Click on an Issue to find out more about it.
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