Wyoming Articles

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Video: Levi Morgan Arrows a Giant Mule Deer at 10 Yards!

On many spot-and-stalk bowhunts in the West, the animals bust you time and time again, sometimes never giving you a decent shooting opportunity. On this Wyoming muley hunt, everything comes together for Levi Morgan on stalk No. 1.

October 20, 2025

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Devils Tower Whitetails

A large deer population, high success rates, and the region’s Old West history makes this one of the author’s favorite bowhunting road trips.

September 12, 2025

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The Corner-Crossing Debate

Unless you hunt out West, you’re probably not familiar with the corner-crossing debate. But you should be.

October 17, 2024

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Wyoming Officials Euthanize Grizzly Bear After Depredation

A grizzly bear was euthanized on April 15 by Wyoming Game and Fish Department officials after confirmed cattle depredation on private land south of Ten Sleep.

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Wyoming Officials Capture Grizzly Bears for Study

After the bears are captured, data is recorded and they are marked for identification before being released on site for monitoring.

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Do Western Landowners Own the Elk?

Western big game, especially elk, spend much of their time on private ranches, but that DOES NOT mean the landowners own the elk.

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Grizzly Attack in Wyoming Sends a Man to the Hospital

Surprised grizzly bear attacks Wyoming man, who was hospitalized with injuries and released.

September 06, 2023

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Wyoming Gray Wolf Population Meeting Management Goals

Wyoming’s Gray Wolf Management Plan has helped the state achieve a “recovered, stable and appropriate population objective.”

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Grizzly Bear Review Could Yield Removal From ESL

Federal officials are conducting a 12-month review of two petitions that could result in the bears’ removal from the Endangered Species List.

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Video: Mule Deer Buck Attacks Woman in Her Driveway

A Wyoming woman who tries to protect her dog from a startled mule deer is hospitalized after being knocked to the ground and gored.

October 18, 2022

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Whitetail Adventure: Bowhunting "The Big Six"

The author pursues a wary, old 3x3 whitetail buck with a massive body.

September 21, 2022

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Public Land Hunters Found ‘Not Guilty’ in Wyoming ‘Corner Crossing’ Case

If you spend time hiking, hunting or fishing on Wyoming public lands, then a recent “not guilty” court verdict should make you smile.

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Bowhunting Wyoming Pronghorns and Whitetails

Being away from home when you’re very ill is never good; it’s even worse when you’re on a bowhunt that’s been planned for many years.

August 23, 2021

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Is an Outfitted Big-Game Hunt Right for You?

A top-notch outfitted big-game hunt isn’t cheap, but in the author’s opinion it’s often well worth the price.

Baiting Black Bears on Public Land

The list of western states that allow bear hunting over bait is short, but there are still a few opportunities out there if you are willing to put in the time and effort.

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4 DIY Western Whitetail Hunts

Hungry for a little do-it-yourself whitetail hunting action in the Wild West? Look no further than these adventure-rich destinations.

December 20, 2019

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Game Warden Chronicles: Lifetime Suspension, Too Many Fish and a Bathtub Alligator

The latest game warden chronicles involve a lifetime suspension due to poaching, anglers busted for too many fish and an alligator in a bathtub.

August 30, 2019

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DIY Black Bear: Start Planning Today!

Summer is great for offseason archery practice — it’s also an ideal time to begin planning a DIY black bear adventure for next spring.

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Wyoming CWD Working Group Announced

Wyoming Game and Fish Department Director Brian Nesvik has named 32 people to the state’s chronic wasting disease (CWD) working group.

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Use Coyote Fight Sounds

When coyotes are breeding and you're in the mood to hunt, employing coyote fight sounds might be the ticket for bagging more fur.

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Feds' Plan to Delist Wolves Stirs Mixed Reactions

A proposal by the U.S. Department of Interior to delist gray wolves from endangered species protection is drawing mixed reactions.

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Wyoming Governor Defies Federal ESA, Signs Bill Authorizing Grizzly Bear Hunting

Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon signed a bill authorizing the state's Game & Fish Commission to establish a grizzly bear hunt or relocation plan, in the interest of public safety. Animal rights groups plan to sue.

February 21, 2019

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Is the Word “Cowboy” Sexist or Racist?

A proposed new marketing slogan by the University of Wyoming is causing controversy — and we editors have a solution.

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Big Game Lottery: Last Chance for Wyoming Super Tags

Ever dream of hunting bighorn sheep, mountain goat or elk in Wyoming? Then apply now for a Super Tag; it costs only $10 to enter!

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Wyoming considers changes to crossbow, trail camera and smart rifle use

New technology prompts Wyoming Fish and Game to review hunting laws.

January 16, 2018

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Refresher Course for Wyoming Wolf Reinstatement

With the reinstatement of Wyoming’s wolf management plan, let’s freshen up on strategies for taking Mother Nature’s most cunning canines.

Federal Court Removes Wyoming Wolves From Endangered Species Act

Two years after Wyoming wolves were re-listed on the Endangered Species Act, federal courts have concluded the population has grown enough to turn control of it over to the state government.

Bowhunting The West: Wyoming

We've gathered all of the important information here, including application dates and fees, that you'll need to plan your Wyoming bowhunting adventure.

February 03, 2017

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Wyoming Mountain Lion Numbers Successfully Lower

Wyoming's effort to decrease mountain lion population has worked effectively, getting numbers down to where they were in 2009 and 2010.

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Grizzly Trapping To Start In Grand Teton Park

Scientists are set to begin trapping grizzly bears in Grand Teton National Park to outfit them with tracking collars and collect samples from the animals.

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Remains Of Missing Wyoming Hunter Found After 6-Day Search

Officials in Teton County say an 85-year-old man who failed to return from a solo hunting trip has been found deceased.

September 29, 2015