For those who know it, the Red Desert is a source of beauty and fascination.

But even if you’ve never visited these lands yourself, the desert has a story to tell. Join us for a screening this spring of Last of the Wild — a short documentary film celebrating the iconic Red Desert, examining the connections between people and the land, and showing how others are working to preserve this special place for future generations.

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PUBLIC LANDS

Keeping public lands in public hands, protecting wild, open spaces, and advocating responsible energy development.

WILDLIFE

Sustaining the health and vitality of big game migration corridors, Greater sage-grouse habitat, and trout streams.

CLEAN AIR

Advocating responsible policies to keep people healthy and our air clean.

CLEAN WATER

Safeguarding drinking water and the quality of our recreational streams.

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The Latest FIELD NOTES

Update on the last of the wild film screenings

Thanks to all of you who joined us in Riverton, Rock Springs, and Laramie for the first three screenings of Last of the Wild: A Red Desert Story. The turnout in these venues was robust and much of the feedback we’ve heard was overwhelmingly positive.I’m writing to...

Marking a new milestone in the Outdoor Council’s 56-year history

A message from Paul Howard, president of the Board of Directors. April 28, 2023 Dear friends, Today is an inspiring time to be part of the Wyoming Outdoor Council. While we still embody the hardscrabble spirit of our founder Tom Bell and those early days as a...

“Last of the Wild” premieres April 22 in Riverton

Last of the Wild brings the Red Desert to the big screen.

Beers & Bills is coming to a town near you!

Join the Wyoming Outdoor Council staff to learn about key bills, review our Conservation Vote Report, and find out what’s to come for the legislature in the months ahead.