Protecting Wyoming’s Environment and Quality of LIfe
Founded in 1967, the Wyoming Outdoor Council has been working to protect public lands, wildlife, and clean air and water for more than 50 years.
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OUR WORK
PUBLIC LANDS
Keeping public lands in public hands, protecting wild, open spaces, and advocating responsible energy development.
WILDLIFE
Sustaining the health and vitality of big game migration corridors, Greater sage-grouse habitat, and trout streams.
THE LATEST FIELD NOTES
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“It’s never going to be easier to protect migration corridors than right now.”
A conversation with Bill Ames, longtime Green River resident, about coexisting with migrating pronghorn Twice a year, Sublette Pronghorn embark on one of the longest land migrations in the lower 48 states — an epic journey stretching 165 miles from I-80 to Grand Teton National Park. Their ancient migration pathways crisscross highways and meander through…
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Legislative Lowdown: How did conservation fare at the 2025 Wyoming Legislature?
Just like that, the 2025 Wyoming Legislature has come to a close. Over eight frenzied weeks, lawmakers debated hundreds of bills. Some made it into law, while the vast majority met their end. Now that the dust has settled, how did it all shake out for Wyoming’s lands, waters, wildlife, climate, and communities? More than…
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Legislative Lowdown: The end is in sight!
Only one day remains before Wyoming’s 68th Legislature is scheduled to wrap on March 6. Legislators are racing to debate the last bills standing and committees are beginning to narrow down topics to address during the interim. There’s been no shortage of drama in the waning days of the session, with both successes and setbacks…
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