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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
UW Astronomer: Get Up Early To See Rare Five-Planet Alignment On Friday
A University of Wyoming astronomer has recommended "early to bed, early to rise" on Friday, as there will be a rare five-planet alignment that morning.
June 22, 2022
Legislators Blast Each Other Over Gun Letter; “How Ridiculously Stupid,” One Lawmaker Says
Its high noon in the Wyoming Legislature as one lawmaker called anothers letter ridiculously stupid and from the Obama administrations manual of public deception. In turn, that legislator said hes been double-crossed by him before and is considering filing a formal complaint.
Leo WolfsonJune 22, 2022
Dueling Groups Of Legislators Demand Lummis, Barrasso Reject Gun Control Bill In Congress
Two different letters from two different pro-gun groups in the Wyoming legislature are demanding that Sens Barrasso and Lummis vote no on gun control legislation in Congress.
Leo WolfsonJune 22, 2022
Yellowstone Prepares To Reopen But Businesses Still Hurting From Floods
One lodging company near the northeast entrance to Yellowstone told Cowboy State Daily they were on pace to have their best summer ever but with the flood, more than half of their reservations have been canceled.
Wendy CorrJune 21, 2022
Only Memories Remain For Park Service Workers Who Lived In Doomed Yellowstone Home
On the evening of Monday, June 13, Tim Glover's home fell into the Yellowstone and floated down the river, carrying with it years of memories and thousands of dollars of personal property.
Wendy CorrJune 20, 2022
New Yellowstone License Plate Entry System “Sucks,” According To Critics
One Airbnb owner said Yellowstone's new entry system into the park "sucks." The temporary fix which is based on even and odd license plate numbers, was designed to control access to keep the southern loop from becoming overwhelmed.
Leo WolfsonJune 20, 2022
Move Over Grizzlies, Golden Eagles Are Most Dangerous Predator In Bighorn Basin
Although grizzlies occasionally make it down to the Bighorn Basin, the real apex predator in the area is the golden eagle. A new documentary show these 7-foot wingspanned raptors in a new light.
Wendy CorrJune 20, 2022
Yellowstone Gets $50 Million To Fast-Track Opening; Northern Loop To Open In 2 Weeks
All parts of Yellowstone will be opening much more quickly than expected as the park is receiving $50 million in emergency funds to repair damages immediately.
June 20, 2022
Woman Attacked By Bison At Same Location Where Tourist Was Depantsed Two Years Ago
A woman was attacked by a bison late last week in Custer State Park, home of the infamous depantsing of two years ago, after being surprised by the woman's dog.
Jimmy OrrJune 20, 2022
Wyoming Reservoirs Fill Rapidly After Historic Yellowstone Flooding
Earlier this spring, Buffalo Bill Dam was only at 60% capacity and was not expected to fill up. After the storms, it will not only hit capacity, but water will have to be released.
Wendy CorrJune 20, 2022