wyoming-game-wardens

Scholarship Deadline Extended

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:04:07 GMT

Applications now due March 10, 2026.

We have extended the application deadline for the high school scholarship to March 10th (from March 1st). If you are, or know, a high school senior in Wyoming who is passionate about our wildlife resources have them take a look at this opportunity!

Check out the Scholarships tab, or send them the link below:

https://www.wyominggamewardens.com/high-school-scholarships

Announcement: Commissioner License Auction

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:35:02 GMT

Thursday, January 15, 2026

Game and Fish Commissioner Bill Mai has awarded the the Wyoming Game Wardens Association a 2026 Commissioner License to auction.

The WGWA will hold a phone auction on January 15, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM (MST) . Bidders will call in their bids to 307-631-5733 . Opening bid will be $25,000.00, with minimum bid increments of $500.00. Bidding will last until 7:00 PM (MST). At this time all existing bidders will have the opportunity to out bid one another. Once bidding ceases (two minutes after the final bid), the highest bidder will be declared the winner. Proceeds will be used to fund 15 college scholarships and support a wide variety of organizations with similar goals and values as the Wyoming Game Wardens Association.

Thank you Commissioner Mai for your support of the Association's mission!

WGFD Now Hiring: Game Wardens

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 03:17:47 GMT

Apply online, now through January 2, 2026.

Have you or someone you know ever considered a career with the Wyoming Game and Fish?

The Department currently has multiple entry-level game warden positions open. Apply now through the State of Wyoming job board .

Questions? Reach out to any regional office for current warden contact information and take a look at the official WGFD website .

Liberty Gun Safe Raffle to support WGWA

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 02:37:53 GMT

Purchase your tickets by April 1, 2026.

Feeling lucky this season? Well, we've got an opportunity for you!

The Wyoming Game Wardens Association is raffling off a Liberty Gun Safe, valued at over $5,000. Purchase your tickets for $25 each, or five (5) for $100 by April 1, 2026. Only 500 tickets available! Current Association members, please contact your regional representative. Non members, please email wgwatreasurer1973@gmail.com to purchase.

The drawing will occur April 18, 2026. Need not be present to win. Free delivery within Wyoming, or pickup in Green River, Wyoming if out of state. Don't miss this opportunity to shoot your shot at picking up a new family heirloom!

Retirement Spotlight: Kim Olson

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 03:58:15 GMT

Celebrating Olson's 30 years of service to wildlife

Our longtime Baggs Game Warden and past WGWA President, Kim Olson, retired in September after a combined 30 years of service to wildlife between WGFD and the Utah Division of wildlife Resources.

Kim started with Game and Fish as a volunteer and full time biologist aide in 1991. After nine years of service in Utah, she began her career as a Wyoming Game Warden in the Green River Region in 2006. She moved to Baggs in 2011 where she has served for the last 14 years. Kim’s incredible work ethic has resulted in strong relationships with landowners and hunters, successful right of way fencing efforts, and one of the highest harvest checks in the state. Her reputation for creative problem solving and attention to detail is highlighted by her work with habitat and wildlife management, law enforcement investigations, and the creation of walk-in hunting and fishing areas along with the Tipton HMA. Kim’s impact is felt across her region as she has always been front and center, ready to participate or assist others. In 2023, Kim received the Shikar Safari Wildlife Officer of the Year, reflecting her exemplary dedication to her warden district and the Department.

Congratulations Kim!

Views On Patrol

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 03:43:05 GMT

Views on Patrol: November 2025

Wardens across the state were treated to a light show while patrolling in mid November.

Legislative Update

elliehuysman@gmail.com (Elise Calhoun) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 22:08:34 GMT

WGWA Legislative Update, Week of 2/3/2025

From the Legislative Committee:

The Wyoming Game Wardens Association (WGWA) currently is working hard this winter with the 2025 Wyoming Legislative Session going full throttle, with many bills being brought forward, introduced, and moving rapidly or dying through the House and Senate.

The WGWA Legislative Committee has been very active tracking many files, bills and have been outspoken on namely one, Senate File 118, proposing transferable landowner licenses. Over the course of the legislative session, members have met with many NGO groups to discuss and collaborate through files and bills. Through that collaboration, the WGWA co-signed an opposition letter to Senate File 118. On Wednesday, Senator Pearson tabled the bill providing a huge win on behalf of the sportspeople of Wyoming.

Other news, Senate File (SF) 003, Mule Deer, White-tailed Deer separate hunting seasons died on the Senate floor in a 19-12 vote. House Bill (HB) 005, Fishing Outfitters continues to move through the House. HB186, Bear Coupons was heard before the House Agriculture Committee and passed with an amendment to remove black bears from the bill on a 5-4 vote. HB286, Mountain Lion season changes is being watched closely. HB211, Hunting Wildlife from vehicles continues to move through the house. Many other bills continue to be monitored.

Files and Bills have until February 7 to be introduced. Check back for continued updates on the status of files and bills that the WGWA monitors.

Mule deer photograph taken by Emmalee Raish.

2025 High School Scholarship Application now live

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 01:13:37 GMT

Calling all Wyoming high school seniors!

See our Scholarships page to apply. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2025.

Happy New Year from the WGWA!

elliehuysman@gmail.com (Elise Calhoun) — Tue, 07 Jan 2025 00:54:18 GMT

Holiday Community Outreach: Wardens throughout the state participated in "Shop with a Cop" programs with local Police Departments and Sheriff's Offices.

Farewell to Director Nesvik

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 21:00:37 GMT

A Retirement Well Deserved

After Nearly 30 years of dedication to Wyoming’s wildlife, Director Brian Nesvik has decided to retire.

Brian has been a member of the Wyoming Game Wardens Association since 1995. During his tenure with the association Brian served on the executive board as the vice president in 2006 -2008 and as the president in 2008-2010. In 2007 Brian was voted as the Shikar officer of the year and in 2008 was voted as the Wyoming game wardens association officer of the year. Both very well deserved awards for his dedication to the wildlife resource of Wyoming.

The Wyoming wardens association wants to congratulate Brian on a long and very impactful career and thank him for his dedication to Wyoming’s Game wardens, the Wyoming Game Wardens Association and most importantly Wyoming’s wildlife.

Swiftwater Rescue Training

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 21:00:37 GMT

August 2024

In August, Saratoga and North Laramie Wardens Levi Wood and Elise Huysman spent 3 days on the water training for their Swiftwater Rescue Technician certifications. During day to day patrol wardens rarely know what situations they may come across. WY Game Wardens take pride in being prepared to help coworkers, other first responders, and the public in dangerous and rapidly evolving situations whether in the water or on dry land.

Meet your new warden!

duda@jubjub.com (Lydia Chiu) — Wed, 15 May 2024 21:00:37 GMT

South Laramie, Medicine Bow and North Riverton all have new wardens, with more lateral transfers and promotions coming down the line. Keep an eye out for updates!

Emmalee Raish is excited to be the new South Laramie Game Warden, patrolling the Snowy Range and southern Albany county as her first duty station.

Connor Worthen has stepped into the Medicine Bow District as his first district and has been busy patrolling the Shirley basin and beyond.

Zach Bernhardt has taken over the North Riverton district and similarly has been busy learning and patrolling his new area.