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Wyoming Wildlife Groups Fight To Stop Killing Of 72 Grizzly Bears Near Yellowstone
On Thursday, two wildlife groups filed an appeal of a U.S. District Court ruling that authorized the killing of up to 72 grizzlies to accommodate livestock grazing in Bridger-Teton National Forest, near Yellowstone.
July 08, 2022
Paparazzi To The Bears: Famed Wyoming Photographer Sweeps International Photo Competition
For the third year in a row, Wyoming-based photographer Jorn Vangoidtsenhoven swept an international photography competition and was once again named one of the top 35 photographers in the world.
Wendy CorrJuly 08, 2022
Sighting Of Ultra-Rare Wolverine Confirmed In Grand Tetons
A wolverine was spotted in Wyoming for the second time this year. The sighting is unusual as wolverines are spotted, on average, only once every two years in the state.
July 07, 2022
Heightened Wildfire Season In Southeast Wyoming, Other Areas Average So Far
Heading into the first full week of July, forecasts called for most of Wyoming to have about an average potential wildfire risk, but some southern portions of the state were trending above average.
July 05, 2022
Economic Tsunami: NE Yellowstone Communities Say Flooding Has Created Ghost Towns
For communities at the northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park which rely on tourism, the flooding in June has created an "economic tsunami." Businesses say the towns are totally empty.
Wendy CorrJuly 04, 2022
Florida Man Who Illegally Walked On Hot Thermals In Yellowstone Has Turned Himself In To Authorities
A Florida man who ignored the warning signs and had himself filmed illegally walking on the hot thermals in Yellowstone National Park told Cowboy State Daily on Sunday that he has turned himself in to authorities.
Jimmy OrrJuly 03, 2022
Man, Famous For Surviving Electrocution, Cuts Video Walking On Yellowstone Hot Springs
A Florida man, who is 'famous' for surviving an accidental electrocution, posted a TikTok video on Friday showing him walking on the thermal hot springs in Yellowstone National Park.
Jimmy OrrJuly 02, 2022
Carbon County Prepares For Onslaught Of 10,000 “Rainbow Family” Members This Weekend
Carbon County officials are working with the U.S. Forest Service to prepare Wyoming for the arrival of more than 10,000 "Rainbow Family of Light" members attending the groups 50th annual gathering over the Fourth of July weekend.
July 01, 2022
Yellowstone’s North Loop Reopens Saturday, License Plate System Suspended
Yellowstone National Park will reopen its northern loop to visitors on Saturday, allowing an end to the "alternating license plate" system.
June 30, 2022
And Another Person Gets Gored By Bison In Yellowstone; Second Person In A Week
Just days after a Colorado man was gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park, a Pennsylvania woman got gored too. This incident happened on Wednesday afternoon.
June 30, 2022
Unlimited Fishing With No Catch Limits Allowed At Saratoga Lake
Unlimited fishing with no catch limits will be allowed at Saratoga Lake in advance of plans to poison all of the lake's fish, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department announced on Wednesday.
June 29, 2022
Groups Work Together To Save Wildlife By Getting Rid Of Barbed Wire
The Absaroka Fence Initiative is a partnership of federal agencies, private landowners, and local volunteers to remove barbed wire fencing in order to enhance wildlife movement and reduce wildlife mortality, while still meeting the needs of livestock producers.
Wendy CorrJune 29, 2022
Yellowstone Back To Normal: Bison Attacks Tourist And Little Boy
A man and his young son were lifted off the ground by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Monday. An eyewitness said the man suffered shoulder injuries while the little boy escaped unharmed.
Jimmy OrrJune 28, 2022
New York Hiker “Severely Mauled” By Grizzly Bear Near Meeteetse On Monday
An hiker from Buffalo, New York, was "severely mauled" by a grizzly bear on Monday near Meeteetse, Wyoming and is hospitalized in Billings. This is the second attack in the area in the last week.
June 28, 2022
Harley Group Holds Motorcycle Rally At Yellowstone; Gives Much Needed Boost To Economy
The president of a Harley Davidson motorcycle group said when Yellowstone closed down after the massive floods, they "pooped their pants" because they thought they would have to cancel. But the Park opened just in time for their rally.
Wendy CorrJune 27, 2022
Despite Dire Stories, Yellowstone Is Open For Business
A Florida family told Cowboy State Daily they almost canceled their trip to Yellowstone because of the flooding. They didn't and ended up having a great time in the southern loop of the park.
Wendy CorrJune 27, 2022
Wyoming Gun Owners Praise Supreme Court Gun Ruling
"Ive been saying for years what Justice Thomas has just opined," said state Sen. Anthony Bouchard, founder of Wyoming Gun Owners. "That special instructions cannot be imposed on a right."
June 23, 2022
Jackson Woman Wins Bison Hunting Tag, Donating It To Disabled Female Veteran
Jackson resident Norma Winder is donating her bison hunting tag, which she won in a raffle, to a disabled female veteran.
June 23, 2022
Northeast Entrance Gateway Residents Feel Overlooked In Repair Efforts
In the tiny towns of Cooke City and Silver Gate, Montana, residents are doing their best to stay positive despite the being the last in line for federal help to open the northern entrances of Yellowstone.
Wendy CorrJune 23, 2022
Sholly Warns Not To Trade License Plates To Get Into Yellowstone; Car Will Be Impounded
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly warned motorists not to try to manipulate the park's entry system by using someone else's license plate. The car will be impounded if caught, he said.
Jimmy OrrJune 23, 2022
Bear Fight Breaks Out In Lake Tahoe Shed
A Lake Tahoe homeowner woke up on Saturday night to the sound of two bears beating the crap out of each other in her backyard shed. Her security cam captured the fight.
Jimmy OrrJune 23, 2022
Yellowstone Superintendent Cam Sholly Pleased With First Day Of Reopening
Wednesdays reopening of Yellowstone National Park went pretty well, with about 5,000 cars admitted to the park under its limited entry system, Superintendent Cam Sholly told Cowboy State Daily.
Jimmy OrrJune 22, 2022
The New Yellowstone Experience: What To Expect If You Are Planning A Visit
Planning a visit to Yellowstone National Park? It shouldn't be a problem. But here's what you need to know before you head out.
Wendy CorrJune 22, 2022
Human Poop Becoming A Big Problem In Wyoming Outdoors
We all know what bears do. But they aren't the problem. With more and more people visiting Wyoming's outdoors, the poop they're leaving behind is becoming problematic.
June 22, 2022