Entries by Chris McBarnes

Pooled Migration Fund: Request for Proposals

Request for Proposals Projects to support State of WY-USDA Big Game Program   Due Date: Proposals due February 16th, 2024, 4PM MST Timeline: Funding announcements in March 2024 with support over 2 years (2024 and 2025) Anticipated Award Amounts: $50,000-$100,000 Anticipated Projects Funded: 4-7  The WYldlife Fund (The Fund) unites people to advance Wyoming wildlife […]

WYDOT receives $24.3 million federal grant for Kemmerer wildlife crossing project

We have some exciting news to share in the world of wildlife crossings! But first, a bit of background: According to Dr. Corinna Riginos of The Nature Conservancy, the annual number of wildlife-vehicle collisions (WVCs) continues to rise over time, with a current five-year average of 7,656 animals per year. The vast majority of these […]

The WYld Showdown Has Launched

The WYldlife Fund, Wyoming Craft Brewers Guild, and University of Wyoming’s Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources Team Up For WYld Showdown Beer Coaster Game Aims to Raise Money for Wildlife Conservation With the launch of the WYLD Showdown, consumers in breweries across Wyoming can participate in a bracket-style competition via a QR code […]