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Licenses & Applications
Applications are open
Applications for antelope, deer, resident elk, fall turkey, limited quota trapping, and limited quota crane, along with springer, are open through June 1.
Apply now!
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Licenses & Applications
Access Yes Donation
The Access Yes program provides and expands excellent hunting and fishing opportunities on private lands.
Donate now!
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Hunting & Trapping
Plan your hunt
Plan your hunt with interactive maps, species-specific hunt information, drawing odds, harvest information, public access and much more.
View Hunt Planner
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Regulations
Antler Collection
Learn more about shed antler and horn collection from big game animals on public land west of the Continental Divide.
View the regulation
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Wyoming Wildlife
Sage Grouse Leks
Viewing sage-grouse is a popular recreational activity late March through early May across much of Wyoming.
Viewing guide
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Education & Camps
Hunter Education
Attain your legal certification after learning how to safely handle firearms, and gain an understanding of hunting ethics.
Learn more
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Public Access
Winter range closures
Please be aware that many WHMA winter range closures are currently in effect to protect wildlife. Make sure to check the opening dates before planning your visit.
Learn more
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Get Involved
Conservation Stamp Art Show
Tune in to watch the art show live on April 24 at 5:30 pm.
Tune in now!
Conserving Wildlife,
Serving People
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is dedicated to conserving, enhancing and protecting Wyoming's exceptional fish and wildlife resources and the habitats that support them. We will work with and for the public to provide a wide array of fish and wildlife experiences.
Contact Your Regional Office
Find the contact information for the regional office nearest you. The Game and Fish has eight regional offices.
Contact Information
Apply for Licenses
Submit applications for limited quota big game, preference points, Super Tag raffle, and other special draws.
Apply for licenses
Latest News
Directors Column
Time is now for creative solutions for wildlife management
This year we celebrate the 90th anniversary of Wyoming Wildlife magazine. It has a new, fresh look to adapt with the times. I love looking back at earlier years and enjoy the vintage look and the articles about past challenges and successes in wildlife management. Although many state wildlife management agencies have…
Wyoming News
Wyoming Game and Fish Commission sets 2026 hunting seasons
WGFD Regional News
Lander Region elcomes Dillon Bates as new South Riverton Game Warden
WGFD Regional News
Annual grizzly bear captures to begin in northwest Wyoming -public reminded to heed warning signs
Licenses and Applications
Submit applications for limited quota big game, preference points, Super Tag raffle, and other special draws, and purchase fishing licenses, conservation stamps, bird/small game licenses, archery licenses, and more.
Learn more
Winter Range Closures
While recent mild weather and limited snow at lower elevations may seem inviting, it is essential to respect seasonal closures protecting wintering wildlife. Human disturbance during this critical spring period can significantly stress animals when resources are most scarce. These closures reduce animal stress and ensure wildlife have the security to survive the season.
Learn more
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Stop Poaching
The Stop Poaching program works because people truly care about Wyoming's wildlife resources.
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Rules & Regulations
Rules and regulations are set by the Game and Fish commission to conserve and manage wildlife.
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Hunt Planner
Utilize interactive maps, hunt and harvest information and much more to plan your next hunt.
Upcoming Events
Managing for Resilience: Bighorn Sheep Film and Community Forum in Cody
2027 Collectible Conservation Stamp Art Show
2027 Collectible Conservation Stamp Art Show
Skip to main content
Background Image
Image
Licenses & Applications
Applications are open
Applications for antelope, deer, resident elk, fall turkey, limited quota trapping, and limited quota crane, along with springer, are open through June 1.
Apply now!
Background Image
Image
Licenses & Applications
Access Yes Donation
The Access Yes program provides and expands excellent hunting and fishing opportunities on private lands.
Donate now!
Background Image
Image
Hunting & Trapping
Plan your hunt
Plan your hunt with interactive maps, species-specific hunt information, drawing odds, harvest information, public access and much more.
View Hunt Planner
Background Image
Image
Regulations
Antler Collection
Learn more about shed antler and horn collection from big game animals on public land west of the Continental Divide.
View the regulation
Background Image
Image
Wyoming Wildlife
Sage Grouse Leks
Viewing sage-grouse is a popular recreational activity late March through early May across much of Wyoming.
Viewing guide
Background Image
Image
Education & Camps
Hunter Education
Attain your legal certification after learning how to safely handle firearms, and gain an understanding of hunting ethics.
Learn more
Background Image
Image
Public Access
Winter range closures
Please be aware that many WHMA winter range closures are currently in effect to protect wildlife. Make sure to check the opening dates before planning your visit.
Learn more
Background Image
Image
Get Involved
Conservation Stamp Art Show
Tune in to watch the art show live on April 24 at 5:30 pm.
Tune in now!
Conserving Wildlife,
Serving People
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department is dedicated to conserving, enhancing and protecting Wyoming's exceptional fish and wildlife resources and the habitats that support them. We will work with and for the public to provide a wide array of fish and wildlife experiences.
Contact Your Regional Office
Find the contact information for the regional office nearest you. The Game and Fish has eight regional offices.
Contact Information
Apply for Licenses
Submit applications for limited quota big game, preference points, Super Tag raffle, and other special draws.
Apply for licenses
Latest News
Directors Column
Time is now for creative solutions for wildlife management
This year we celebrate the 90th anniversary of Wyoming Wildlife magazine. It has a new, fresh look to adapt with the times. I love looking back at earlier years and enjoy the vintage look and the articles about past challenges and successes in wildlife management. Although many state wildlife management agencies have…
Wyoming News
Wyoming Game and Fish Commission sets 2026 hunting seasons
WGFD Regional News
Lander Region elcomes Dillon Bates as new South Riverton Game Warden
WGFD Regional News
Annual grizzly bear captures to begin in northwest Wyoming -public reminded to heed warning signs
Licenses and Applications
Submit applications for limited quota big game, preference points, Super Tag raffle, and other special draws, and purchase fishing licenses, conservation stamps, bird/small game licenses, archery licenses, and more.
Learn more
Winter Range Closures
While recent mild weather and limited snow at lower elevations may seem inviting, it is essential to respect seasonal closures protecting wintering wildlife. Human disturbance during this critical spring period can significantly stress animals when resources are most scarce. These closures reduce animal stress and ensure wildlife have the security to survive the season.
Learn more
Image
Stop Poaching
The Stop Poaching program works because people truly care about Wyoming's wildlife resources.
Image
Rules & Regulations
Rules and regulations are set by the Game and Fish commission to conserve and manage wildlife.
Image
Hunt Planner
Utilize interactive maps, hunt and harvest information and much more to plan your next hunt.
Upcoming Events
Managing for Resilience: Bighorn Sheep Film and Community Forum in Cody
2027 Collectible Conservation Stamp Art Show
2027 Collectible Conservation Stamp Art Show