Freudenthal gives tepid support to Wyoming Range drilling lease retirement proposal Calls it a ‘good first step’ By The Associated Press | Published in the Casper Star-Tribune, December 16, 2010 CHEYENNE — A proposal to retire drilling leases is a “good first step” in discussions about possible gas drilling in the Wyoming Range, Gov. Dave [...]

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A group of local hunters and outdoors enthusiasts, called Citizens for the Wyoming Range, says a recently released proposal to develop an oil and gas field in the Bridger-Teton National Forest’s Wyoming Range would be a “Jonah Field in the woods.” The group says the development proposal, for a locally treasured hunting area, is “heartbreaking,” [...]

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On January 3, 2011, Matt Mead will move into the governor’s office in Cheyenne, marking a major transition for Wyoming and the start of a new era. Click here or on the image of the newsletter to read about how the Wyoming Outdoor Council is navigating the change, and how the elections might affect energy [...]

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By Lisa McGee DON’T MISS THIS EXCELLENT VIDEO created by High Country News called “This Is Our Forest.” The video accompanies an important story written by Emilene Ostlind about a proposal to develop a 136-well oil and gas field in the Upper Hoback Basin of the Wyoming Range in the Bridger-Teton National Forest. The video [...]

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By Jamie Wolf YOU’RE INVITED TO JOIN MEMBERS AND FRIENDS of the Wyoming Outdoor Council in Lander as we celebrate our achievements and discuss the bright future of Wyoming’s oldest conservation organization at our annual holiday party. Who: Everyone’s invited! Please consider bringing a non-member guest to help our influence grow. What: Cocktails and hors [...]

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