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Wyoming Game & Fish Department receives $2K donation for live wild turkey trap

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January 29, 2025

Wyoming Game & Fish Department receives K donation for live wild turkey trap

CASPER, Wyo. — The Wyoming Game & Fish Department announced that they received a $2,000 donation from the National Wild Turkey Federation.

That’s according to a release from Game & Fish, which states that the donation will go directly toward a live trap for wild turkeys.

The release states that the donation will enhance the department’s efforts of managing and relocating wild turkeys that seem to always be around in parts of Casper.

“We are incredibly grateful to the NWTF for their support and commitment to wild turkey conservation,” said Brandon Werner. “This new live trap will play a vital role in our efforts to address the growing challenges posed by wild turkeys in Casper neighborhoods and around the state as needed. It allows us to capture and relocate these birds to more suitable habitats where they can thrive.”

The release highlighted the fact that several wild turkeys — some part of the Thomas Gobbles Gang, others not — have infested urban areas of Casper.

In 2024, Game & Fish trapped and relocated more than 140 turkeys from Casper and the surrounding areas.

“These adaptable birds are drawn to urban areas for food and shelter, sometimes causing property damage or conflicts with residents,” the release states. “This wild turkey live trap provides a safe and effective solution for capturing large groups of wild turkeys in residential areas where nets can be challenging to set. It enables wildlife officials to relocate birds to reduce these conflicts.”

The release notes that the National Wild Turkey Federation (NWTF) is a leader in the conservation and restoration of wild turkey populations. The organization has long-championed sustainable wildlife management practices. It is dedicated to fostering healthy ecosystems and supporting communities who try to coexist with wildlife.

“Assisting the Wyoming Game and Fish with managing habituated and nuisance birds is not only important to reduce public frustration of wild turkeys, but this effort also makes sure these wildlife remain wild. It’s also an added benefit that many of these birds can be relocated from their urban setting into areas that provides public hunting opportunities,” says David Nikonow, district biologist with NTWF for Wyoming.

The release notes that while turkeys might be fun to look at and photograph, they do, in fact, cause property damage to houses, vehicles, yards and more. They also damage trees. The release reminds Casper residents to:

Remove food sources: Do not leave birdseed, pet food, or other attractants outside. Feeding of wild turkeys is prohibited in the City of Casper.
Avoid feeding wild turkeys: Feeding wild turkeys can lead to habituation and increase conflicts.
Scare wild turkeys away: Use motion-activated sprinklers or other deterrents to keep wild turkeys out of yards.

According to the release, the Wyoming Game & Fish Department will use the trap in neighborhoods where turkeys have been causing issues and damage. If residents see turkeys, they are encouraged to report it to the Game & Fish Department at 307-473-3400.

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Shoshoni youth sets new world record with largemouth bass catch

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December 15, 2025

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Shoshoni youth sets new world record with largemouth bass catch

SHOSHONI, Wyo. — A 12-year-old boy from Shoshoni is now the proud holder of the Junior 4-pound Line Class world record for bass after netting a 2-pound, 4-ounce largemouth in August. The boy, coincidentally with the last name Bass, caught the fish at Lake Cameahwait.

According to a release from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department, Tucker Bass and his father were fishing over the lake on a two-person kayak when the young angler reeled in the record fish. He did so on a rod and reel given to him by his grandfather.

Bass is the first Wyoming resident to hold a world record in any category for largemouth. The International Game and Fish Association oversees all world records for fishing and officially approved Bass’s catch in November.

Wyoming’s state record largemouth was caught in 2018 near Sheridan. A comprehensive list of all Wyoming record fish can be found here.

“This is an exceptional accomplishment for a young angler,” WGF Lander Region fisheries supervisor Joe Deromedi said in the release. “Tucker’s record highlights not only his skill and dedication, but also the quality fishing opportunities we have in central Wyoming. It’s always exciting to see youth developing a lifelong passion for fishing.”

Bass, an avid fisherman, also earned Trophy Angler status in the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Master Angler program in August.

For more information on Tucker Bass’s record catch, see the Wyoming Game and Fish website.

Junior Line class 4-pound world record-holder Tucker Bass (WGF Department)

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A Wyoming Beer Snake Makes Travis Kelce Proud

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December 15, 2025

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A Wyoming Beer Snake Makes Travis Kelce Proud

I know this is going to seem weird to read, but some people think Wyoming isn’t a real place. A fake fantasy world, they’ve only read about in books. Many who live in Wyoming are happy to hear that, because they won’t want to move here, but unfortunately, there’s a guy named Josh Allen who has confirmed that Wyoming is real.

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Josh has become a household name and a hero to young football fans everywhere. Even though the reigning NFL MVP wasn’t born and raised in Wyoming, he picked up on the Cowboy State’s traits. He is polite, kind, and does great things for others, including kids at the Oishei Children’s Hospital.

Josh’s impact on Wyoming is huge, and quite often, you’ll see social media posts from Wyomingites who are watching Josh play in Buffalo. Josh’s favorite wings restaurant ‘Double Dubs’ from Laramie, has won “People’s Choice” multiple times at the National Buffalo Chicken Festival in Buffalo.

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Now, Josh’s influence on Wyoming has been highlighted on an episode of the New Heights Podcast hosted by Travis and Jason Kelce. Travis (Taylor Swift’s fiancé) mentioned that when Josh was in Laramie having his jersey retired, the fans in the stands created a giant beer snake, and he was proud of Wyoming.

Josh actually called on a fan to lead the student section to create that beer snake. Check out this TikTok video where the MVP asked a fan to get it done.

@trainwrecksports When QB1 requests a beer snake, you better start drinking! 🍻 🎥 via Bills on IG #BillsMafia ♬ original sound – Trainwreck Sports

During the clip on New Heights, interestingly enough, Jason Kelce, who seems to be quite the tailgate party guy, had never heard of a beer snake, but luckily, Travis explained it to him. And, just like that, Wyoming is on the map.

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Josh Allen quarterbacked the Cowboys from 2015-17, leading Wyoming to a berth in the Mountain West Championship game his sophomore season. He declared for the NFL Draft in 2018 and was selected No. 7 overall by the Buffalo Bills.

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Three deceased in Tuesday head-on collision in Crook County

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December 14, 2025

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Three deceased in Tuesday head-on collision in Crook County

HULETT, Wyo. — Three travelers are dead after a head-on collision in Crook County on Dec. 9. According to the Wyoming Highway Patrol, the crash occurred as the result of an unsuccessful attempt to overtake another vehicle on Highway 212 in the far northeast corner of the state.

According to the WHP report, published on the WYDOT website, a Subaru Forester was westbound on the route, heading towards the Montana-Wyoming border, at around 11:52 a.m.

Near milepost 16, the driver of the vehicle reportedly elected to overtake another passenger vehicle ahead of it on the two-lane highway.

While heading west in the eastbound lane, the Forester collided head-on with a Subaru Outback heading eastbound. Both cars came to sudden and uncontrolled stops in the southern road ditch. The other westbound car, which the Forester had originally attempted to pass, was left unharmed.

The three fatalities have been identified as 29-year-old Johnathan Vought, 73-year-old Eugene Cadwell and 52-year-old Rebecca Cadwell. Vought was reportedly a resident of New York, while both Cadwells resided in Montana.

The report did not indicate who among the deceased were in which car. They were all, however, wearing their seatbelts.

Speed and driver inattention were cited as the primary contributing factors in the incident. Weather conditions, including severe winds, overcast skies and wet roads, were also present during the time of the crash.

A map of the route on which the crash occurred, nestled in the far northeast corner of Wyoming and connecting Montana and South Dakota, can be seen below.

This story contains preliminary information as provided by the Wyoming Highway Patrol via the Wyoming Department of Transportation Fatal Crash Summary map. The agency advises that information may be subject to change.

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