Wildlife and public lands in Cheyenne: ‘Pleasant’ surprises, little ‘defense’ needed in 2026 Legislature, advocates say

Wildlife and public lands in Cheyenne: ‘Pleasant’ surprises, little ‘defense’ needed in 2026 Legislature, advocates say

by Mike Koshmrl, WyoFile Lobbyists who advocate for Wyoming’s sportspeople showed up to the state Capitol this winter geared up for a big fight over two “landowner” hunting license bills. The measures sparked worries about the effects of pay-to-play hunting and stoked concerns that the change in law could hurt ordinary hunters’ odds of acquiring tags in public lotteries.  There wasn’t much of a fight to be had, however. Despite having legislativ…