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Bozeman, Montana — The Wild Sheep Foundation and the International Council for Game and Wildlife Conservation are now accepting nominations for the biennial Markhor Award. Submission deadline is August 14, 2026.

After an unsuccessful Dall’s sheep hunt in 2023, Jesse Edgar returned to the Yukon and spent 33 days hunting across multiple opportunities before finally taking his first ram. He shares the challenges, setbacks, and perspective he gained from one of the toughest hunts of his life.

BOZEMAN, Mont. — The Wild Sheep Foundation is proud to announce a new partnership with acclaimed singer-songwriter, fiddle player, producer, outdoor television host, and conservation advocate Nick Hoffman, who joins the organization as its newest ambassador.

In this episode, Dana Dykema sits down with Michael Shearer of Fishing's Future. They explore the importance of mentorship in conservation, share personal fishing stories, and highlight the organization's mission to connect families through fishing. Michael's passion for education and community shines throughout.

The Wild Sheep Foundation is seeking an experienced and highly creative Visual Communications Manager to play a key role in advancing our conservation mission through strategic communications, compelling storytelling, and impactful visual design. This is an opportunity to combine creative excellence with conservation impact while helping shape the visual communications of one of North America's leading wildlife conservation organizations.

Shane Mahoney joins us for a timely discussion on the future of hunting and its role in conservation. Exploring shifting public attitudes, wildlife management challenges, and the importance of hunter engagement, he examines what it will take to ensure hunting remains a valued part of conservation for generations to come.

Most of us have no idea how deeply rivers influence our daily lives—yet they’re the backbone of communities, ecosystems, and economies. Matt Rice, Southwest Regional Director at American Rivers, reveals how even small changes in river systems ripple into profound impacts on water security, agriculture, and wildlife conservation.

Conservation success is built on strong partnerships, visionary leadership, and a commitment to solving challenges before they become crises. Thanks to an extraordinary gift from the Liautaud Family Foundation and the dedicated efforts of the Utah Wild Sheep Foundation (UWSF), significant progress is underway to improve and expand critical water infrastructure for wild sheep across Utah.

Larry Clark joins Kicked Out to reflect on a life shaped by hunting, family, and the pursuit of wild sheep. From childhood lessons to drawing a once-in-a-lifetime tag, he shares the anticipation, meaning, and personal connections that make hunting about more than success in the field.

In this episode, Dana Dykema chats with Cole Payne about the Texas Brigades program, a nonprofit focused on wildlife conservation and leadership for youth. Cole shares his journey from participant to board president, highlighting the program's impact on personal growth and community leadership.

The Wild Sheep Foundation congratulates Gervasio Negrete as the recipient of the 2027 Conklin Award. Gervasio Negrete is the 25th winner of this "Tough Man" award, named after the late Dr. James Conklin, a Weatherby Award winner who was passionate about pursuing challenging animals worldwide. 

In March, the Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society (ADBSS) tackled the New Water Mountains #1 project, a much-needed redevelopment of an older catchment struggling to contend with drought and wildlife demand and forcing the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) to haul water frequently.