Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Wyoming Game and Fish supports educational and mentored programs focusing on hunting, trapping and fish skills in Wyoming through the WY Hunt Fish program. The Wyoming Wildlife Federation is providing an immersive WY Hunt Fish meantored program to female hunters in Wyoming called "More than Gatherers."

More than Gatherers empowers women who are new to hunting to be confident and self-sufficient in the field. Experience the outdoors with like-minded women, become certified in hunter education and build community through this program. Visit the Wyoming Wildlife Federation website to learn more about the program and sign up today: https://bit.ly/3WsD9Ax

Registration for Medicine Lodge Outdoor Day is now open! Join the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and Medicine Lodge State Archaeological Site for a fun-filled day of activities and learning in the beautiful Cody region.

Early registrants will receive a tee shirt and lunch provided at the event. Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4bDB7SF

Wildlife photography can be challenging, even for the best photographers. If you've found yourself struggling to get that perfect shot or even just getting an animal in the frame, these tips from professional wildlife photographers in the latest episode of our "Get Outside!" podcast might be just what you need to level up your photography.

Listen to the episode now on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3y0WlMl

It's Christmas...in July!

The WYldlife Fund is hosting their biggest raffle yet! With the purchase of a single ticket, you will be entered to win 68 amazing prizes including new gear and exceptional hunting and fishing excursions. Every sportsperson will find something to get excited about.

From helping to fund wildlife crossings to establishing The Pronghorn Fund and getting youth in the outdoors, this raffle supports Wyoming by contributing to on-the-ground projects. Winners will be drawn on July 26.

Learn more about the prizes and buy your ticket today: https://bit.ly/4btOAwn

Wyoming Wildlife – July Issue

📖 Featured in this month's magazine: Understanding Wyoming's newest raptor, access for wildlife, a look at whirling disease in Wyoming and don't be a reluctant fly angler!

Learn more about what's happening at Wyoming Wildlife: https://bit.ly/4bDJ8aY

Do you know a kid with a passion for the outdoors? Someone who has worked to protect and be a steward of the land and resources in the Cowboy State? They could be Wyoming's next Youth Conservationist of the Year.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is currently accepting nominations for this award to recognize and honor a Wyoming resident 18 years or younger who has shown leadership and achievement in conservation. Find out more about this award and consider nominating a young person in your life: https://bit.ly/45HCa2H

Congratulations Gerald! Thanks for supporting wildlife conservation in Wyoming, and good luck on your hunt! 🦬

Congratulations to Gerald Crist of Greybull, who was the 2024 winner of the Governor's Wild Bison raffle. The raffle for this iconic hunt was only open to Wyoming residents and raised $8,380 for the Wyoming Governor’s Big Game License Coalition, which supports efforts to sustain Wyoming’s wildlife.

Draw results for Wyoming deer, antelope and resident elk are now available on the Game and Fish website. Were you successful in drawing that perfect tag? Find out: https://bit.ly/4eqsnSs

What kind of fish chases mice? Catfish!

Dads are great for lots of reasons — they can teach you things like how to catch a catfish and even tell the perfect dad joke. But spending time together, no matter the activity, is always the best part of the day.

To all you dads out there, we hope you have a fin-tastic Father's Day!

Time is running out for Wyoming residents to purchase a Governor’s wild bison raffle ticket. This opportunity to hunt a bison does not use your once-in-a-lifetime, and all money raised in the raffle goes toward conserving Wyoming’s wildlife.

This raffle closes tomorrow — buy your $10 ticket today: https://bit.ly/4chcEmQ

Hunting season will be here before you know it. Scout this summer!

The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has teamed up with onX Hunt to provide Wyoming sportspersons free access to onX Hunt Elite for 3-months! An onX Hunt Elite Membership provides detailed maps for all 50 states and Canada, including property lines, offline maps for use without cell phone service and more.

If you decide to purchase an onX Membership after your free trial, use the code WYGF at checkout to save 20%. A portion of your purchase will be donated to support Wyoming Access Programs.

Traversing Wyoming’s landscape can be a daunting task. Make things easier on yourself with onX: https://bit.ly/3yX5RAm

Today is National Donut Day, which reminds us...

Donut touch wildlife. It's not a good idea.

This includes all wildlife, even wildlife babies. ESPECIALLY wildlife babies. You don't need mama moose coming after you.

We are so serious ya'll. We know they're adorable and perfect but don't touch the babies!!!!

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American bison are icons of the West. These majestic animals have been on the Wyoming landscape for thousands of years and are part of our state's history.

Governor Gordon both understands and appreciates what this history means for the people of Wyoming. Every year he donates a wild bison license to support Wyoming wildlife conservation, and gives the opportunity to hunt with this license exclusively to residents of the Cowboy State.

If you're a Wyoming resident, you can purchase a raffle ticket for $10 for a chance to win this opportunity. Revenue from raffle ticket sales stays in Wyoming and supports the Governor's Big Game License Coalition and our wildlife. The raffle closes one week from today.

🌲🎓 Attention all nature lovers, adventure seekers, and aspiring conservationists! 🎓🌲

Do you know a college student or recent college graduate who's passionate about the great outdoors and dreams of a career in conservation? Make sure they don't miss out on an opportunity to kickstart their journey!

Introducing the Wyoming Collegiate Conservation Symposium, happening August 8-11. But wait, the clock is ticking! The deadline to apply for this opportunity is approaching fast – June 30🚨

In celebration of today, let's empower our future leaders to pursue their dreams and make a difference in the world! 💪 Share this info with those college students and recent grads in your life who deserve to be part of this transformative experience. Let's spread the word and ignite a passion for conservation! 🌟

Find full details and the application online: https://bit.ly/4aL1l53

Together, let's make waves in the world of conservation! 🌊

It's time to talk trash. One person's trash is another bear's treasure, and if it's true that you are what you eat, we don't want bears to feel like garbage.

Bears are up and moving all over Wyoming, and they just cant help themselves when faced with a tasty and convenient snack (em-bear-assing). Backyard attractants range from garbage and domestic livestock to honey and fruit trees.

Help bears and yourself by securing any tempting treats that might be floating around your property:

🗑️ Store your trash inside a bear resistant container or building
⚡ Install electric fencing around fruit trees, berry bushes and gardens
🐓 Keep pets and livestock inside or in a shelter at night
🐝 Elevate beehives on platforms with metal poles that bears can not climb
🐥 Suspend bird feeders at least 10 feet off the ground and 4 feet away from any tree trunk or pole

Wyoming Wildlife – June Issue

📖 Featured in this month's magazine: Be bear aware, caddis are catchy, from hunter to photographer and living large! Learn more about what's happening at Wyoming Wildlife: https://bit.ly/4bDJ8aY

We love connecting with our parters at UDWR to talk about our wonderful shared water! Check out their podcast to find out what's going on at Flaming Gorge.

We teamed up with Wyoming Game and Fish Department in the latest episode of the Wild podcast. We talk all about the Blue-Ribbon rated, world-class fishing destination that is Flaming Gorge Reservoir. 🎣 Listen now: bit.ly/3yEaYFu

Governor Gordon's inaugural Wyoming Sportsperson's Conservation Forum was a tremendous success and brought together Wyoming's leadership, stakeholders and conservation groups to discuss our state's most pressing conservation issues. From invasive species and habitat conservation to wildlife crossings and mule deer management, the discussions were both insightful and inspiring.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the success of this event.

Reminder ❗ The deadline to apply for deer, pronghorn antelope and resident elk is next week. Don't wait until the last minute to apply. The servers, and our call center, get very busy in the last few days of May. Avoid the crowds and make sure you put in for just the right tag. We wish everyone luck in the draw!

Ready to get outside and fish?

Anyone and everyone can fish without a fishing license in Wyoming* on June 1, 2024! Wyoming has an adventure spot for everyone, ranging from community ponds to deep reservoirs and blue ribbon rivers. Whether you head out with the family, spend some quality time with a buddy or find peace in a solitary excursion, celebrate Free Fishing Day this year in the great outdoors.

*Free Fishing Day does not apply to waters in the National Parks or on the Wind River Reservation. All fishing regulations, creel and size limits, gear restrictions and stream closures remain in effect.

The thing about moms is, no matter the species, we're always looking up to you.

Moms and kids have a special bond. Sometimes it can feel like you have your own secret language. Elk take this to even more of an extreme — cow elk and calves actually do have their own language. These sounds, called mewing, are unique to mom and kid. Cow elk moms can make sounds that mean "where are you?" or "be quiet, there's danger near." Calves can not only understand the difference, they can also respond with specific calls back to mom.

Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there, new or seasoned, who we look up to all year long.

Do you have plans this weekend?

What if you bought a Super Tag and spent your time daydreaming about going on the hunt of your life? Someone has to win, right?

As a bonus, if you buy a Super Tag during the month of May you'll be entered to win a lifetime membership to OnX, so you'll always have access to updated maps for every hunt.

Throw your hat in the ring — buy a Super Tag today: https://bit.ly/3yg5VuH

Want to learn how to hunt or fish, but aren't sure where to start? WY Hunt Fish programs can help! These mentored hunting and fishing experiences are hosted by experts and are a great way to learn in a supportive community.

Apply today for:

◾ The Wood River Deer Hunt
◾ First Fish on a Fly
◾ Heart Mountain Bird Hunt
◾ Table Mountain Elk Hunt

Deadlines to apply to these programs are coming up quickly, so don't miss your opportunity: https://bit.ly/44vSBOR

Congrats to the winners of the 2025 Collectible Conservation Stamp Art Contest!

The 41st annual contest featured the western tanager. The winning piece came from Justin Hayward of Casper and will be featured on the 2025 collectible conservation stamp and limited-edition print.

Contest winners include:
First Place: Justin Hayward of Casper
Second Place: Michael P. Ashmen of Summerville, South Carolina
Third Place: Abby Gustafson of Sheridan
Fourth Place: Moss Kent of Cheyenne
Fifth Place: Tabitha Huston of Twentynine Oak, California


Honorable mention, listed alphabetically:
Bill Adair, Florida
Buck Spencer, Oregon
Dana Condel, New York
Eddie Tipton, Arkansas
Joy Keown, Wyoming
Kristy Ren, Oregon
Megan Beavers, Wyoming
Michael Bailey, California
Mickey Schilling, Colorado
Paul Twitchell, Utah

Thanks to all the artists who submitted artwork to this year's competition. Get more details about the contest on the Game and Fish website.

❗Reminder❗Today is the last chance to apply for 2024 Wyoming moose, bighorn sheep, mountain goat and wild bison licenses. Apply, modify or withdraw your application on the Game and Fish website before midnight MT: https://bit.ly/3UowYeA

Do your kids need a break from screen time? Have them join friends from across Wyoming, phone-free in the great outdoors. At youth camp they'll learn and practice skills like archery, fishing and canoeing — activities they can continue for life! Don't let them miss out on this extra-OAR-dinary opportunity.

Tomorrow is the last chance to apply — submit applications for youth camp at Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp: https://bit.ly/49VGETD