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The Wild Sheep Foundation (WSF) and its Chapters and Affiliates collectively pledged $213,500 during the 18th Chapter & Affiliate Summit, held recently in Grand Junction, Colorado.  The funds will be used to support a major cheatgrass treatment and habitat restoration effort within Wyoming’s Mullen Fire burn scar.

Brett Wiedmann and Kevin Hurley discuss the restoration of North Dakota bighorn sheep, tracing the effort from early translocation failures to the successful introduction of Missouri River Breaks sheep from Montana, and the lasting impact on bighorn conservation and hunting opportunities in the state.

In this episode, Dana Dykema sits down with Gina Reynolds, the first recipient of the Rubye Mayfair Blake Legacy Fund. Gina shares about her wonderful late husband Shane and how his love of hunting has been a gift to Gina as she lives to honor his memory.  They explore the challenges of balancing motherhood, running, and the emotional journey of grief and loss.

Idaho's Jacks Creek California bighorn sheep herd got a much-needed boost thanks to a major translocation effort completed in January 2026 through a broad partnership of state agencies, conservation organizations, tribes, and private supporters.

Vienna, Austria – The Wild Sheep Foundation announced Saturday at the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation (CIC) General Assembly that it has committed €200,000 ($233,127 USD) to the organization’s Club 200 initiative, a program designed to strengthen international advocacy for sustainable use conservation.

The Idaho Wild Sheep Foundation has recognized Idaho Fish and Game wildlife biologist Hollie Miyasaki with its Outstanding Achievement Award for her exceptional leadership and contributions to bighorn sheep conservation in Idaho.

Maddie Richards talks with Montana hunter Tristan Richter about landing an international sheep hunt through the <1 Club program. They cover the hunt itself, the people he met along the way, and how getting involved in the wild sheep community led to an experience he never expected.

Camille Null is the Volunteer Program Director for Heroes on the Water, a non-profit organization that uses kayak fishing to heal and bring hope to veterans. Discover the science behind outdoor therapy, learn how to start a chapter, and hear inspiring stories of transformation and community impact.

The Wild Sheep Foundation recently concluded its fourth Thinhorn Summit, bringing together leading wildlife professionals, researchers, conservationists, Indigenous representatives, outfitters, and sportsmen and women focused on the future of Dall’s and Stone’s sheep conservation across northwestern North America.

Join Schnee and WSF for our fifth annual Ram Rendezvous summer street-fest in downtown Bozeman on July 10th from 3:00 – 8:00 pm. Enjoy FREE WSF Smoker Grill BBQ, local brew, live music, vendor booths, raffles, games, giveaways, and wild sheep folks.

On this episode of Sheep Fever, Keith sits down with Tony Wasley and Corey Mason following the 91st North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference to discuss the collaborative conservation work happening across North America. From agencies to universities, countless professionals continue advancing wildlife stewardship through science, partnership, and wise use conservation.

Join Chester Moore as he shares his passion for wildlife conservation and storytelling. From adventures with great white sharks to inspiring conservation efforts, Chester's journey is filled with unique experiences and heartfelt missions. Discover how his encounters with nature and music have shaped his life and inspired others.