Wyoming Game and Fish Department Informational …

Wyoming Game and Fish Department Informational Presentation

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CONSERVING WILDLIFE, SERVING PEOPLE

1869

Wyoming has a long history of conserving wildlife. Here's a rundown of how that was manifested:

First Hunting Season

Legislature sets first hunting season. Language supports hunting for food.

1880s

Board of Fish Commissioners Est.

Board of Fish Commissioners established as fish populations drop, "sterile streams" reported.

Act To Protect Wildlife

Seeing the impact of unregulated hunting, the Wyoming Territorial Legislature approved an act to protect wildlife at their first meeting.

1875

Fish Stocking Starts

1882

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CONTINUED HISTORY

1889

Increase In Trout

In a report to Governor Warren, Fish Commissioner reports an increase in trout.

1890

State Game Warden

Legislature authorizes two fish hatcheries and also makes the Fish Commissioner the State Game Warden. He deputizes county officials.

Low Populations

Last wild bison shot in Wyoming Territory. Antelope at levels near 5,000.

1890

Sportsmen Set the Bar

Same report: Sportsmen's clubs are curbing illegal take of fish and game. These clubs are biggest supporters of Commission's work.

1895

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CONTINUED HISTORY

1899

1910

Teddy Roosevelt Visits Wyoming

Hunting Licenses Issued

6,400 resident hunting licenses issued. 123 nonresident.

Conservation Strategy

Legislature establishes a conservation strategy, part of it designated Wyoming's 1st Game Warden. The strategy becomes "a model for the country."

1903

Elk Transplants

The only elk in lower 48 are in Yellowstone and around Jackson. Elk transplants by train take place.

1911

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1911

CONTINUED HISTORY

Generating Income

Game Warden estimates non-resident hunters from all over the world are spending $500,000 in Wyoming.

1921

Funding given to Game and Fish Commission

The Legislature turned over management of funding of Game and Fish to the Commission. The revenue from sportsmen then goes to Game and Fish Operating Fund.

Fishing License Costs $1.00

1915

Wyoming Game and Fish Commission Est.

The Wyoming Game and Fish Commission was established by the Legislature

1937

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