Mark Heinz
Mark Heinz covers the outdoors and wildlife for Cowboy State Daily.
He previously worked or freelanced for numerous newspapers and magazines across Wyoming, Idaho and Montana covering all manner of news and feature stories. He has a strong background in topics related to wildlife, hunting, and wildlands conservation. Hes written extensively since the 1990s about the controversies surrounding wolves, grizzly bears and mustangs.
He also enjoys people-centric stories with quirky edge of humor and has written several such pieces for Cowboy State Daily.
Mark lives in Laramie with his wife, Kendy, and the youngest of their five children.
Latest from Mark Heinz
Federal Judge Halts Cattle Grazing In Grizzly Habitat Near Yellowstone
A federal judge’s ruling Wednesday shut down cattle grazing in grizzly habitat in Montana’s Paradise Valley. A Montana rancher said he wants grizzlies to be “managed, not exterminated.”
Mark HeinzSeptember 17, 2025
Wyoming, Other Upper Colorado River States, Say Lower Basin States Hog Water
Officials representing Wyoming and other Upper Colorado River Basin states say they’re alarmed about the continued fragile condition of the river. Lower states can’t hog water and leave the upper ones without their fair share.
Mark HeinzSeptember 17, 2025
Mountain Lion That Stashed Antelope Carcass Near Thermopolis Golf Course Relocated
A mountain lion killed an antelope buck and stashed its carcass near the Thermopolis Golf Course, creating a macabre surprise for the person who discovered it. Wyoming Game and Fish later trapped and relocated a “subadult” mountain lion.
Mark HeinzSeptember 16, 2025
Grizzly Disrupts Alberta Ultramarathon, Wyoming Runner Urges Always Carry Bear Spray
Ultramarathon trail runners in Alberta, Canada, had to be re-routed late Sunday after a grizzly charged and followed nearby campers. A Wyoming ultramarathoner said racers should always carry bear spray in grizzly country.
Mark HeinzSeptember 16, 2025
Repealing BLM Public Lands Rule Could Undermine Wildlife Efforts, Advocates Say
Outdoors enthusiasts say repealing the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule could undermine efforts to protect Wyoming’s wildlife and habitat. The state’s congressional delegation says the rule hamstrung critical economic uses for the lands.
Mark HeinzSeptember 15, 2025
‘Hunting Influencer’ Hit With Felony Charges, Raises Questions About Social Media & Hunting
A prominent "hunting influencer" was slapped with wildlife crime-related felony charges. Some Wyoming hunters with social media followings say it’s important to stay humble and keep the focus on love for the outdoors, rather than one-upmanship for clicks.
Mark HeinzSeptember 14, 2025
