JOINT MEMBERSHIP CHAPTERS & AFFILIATES
WSF believes that conservation of wild sheep and preservation of our outdoor heritage depends on close cooperation of our partners— our WSF Joint Membership Chapters & Affiliates. Our impact on the future of wild sheep began locally decades ago and continues today with grassroots groups of likeminded individuals and organizations who understand the issues and have the courage to act. WSF now offers discounted dual membership in our growing list of Joint Membership Chapters and Affiliates, with benefits for members and, ultimately, wild sheep everywhere.
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Joint Membership Chapters & Affiliates
Alaska Wild Sheep Foundation
The Alaska Wild Sheep Foundation (AK WSF) was established as an Alaskan non-profit corporation in 2014. AK WSF has members throughout Alaska and across the US and Canada. This volunteer-driven organization works to facilitate science-based management of wild sheep throughout the State. Approximately 25% of North America’s wild sheep live in Alaska.
AK WSF and WSF have contributed over $2M to wildlife management in Alaska. These funds when coupled with Pittman-Robertson Wildlife Restoration Funds at the State level resulted in more than $8M of conservation funding for Alaska.
Please Note: The AK WSF Bylaws require that members maintain dual membership with WSF at all levels. For example to be a life member of AK WSF you must also be a life member of WSF.
Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn
A membership unselfishly dedicated to the welfare and conservation of Desert Bighorn and Nevada’s wildlife, the Fraternity of the Desert Bighorn maintains 115 water development projects that sustain wild sheep and desert wildlife. Headquartered in Las Vegas, the Fraternity is a 100 percent volunteer organization completely committed to the comeback of the desert’s wild sheep.
CALIFORNIA WSF
California Wild Sheep Foundation has been focused on PUTTING AND KEEPING WILD SHEEP ON THE MOUNTAINS since 2001. The organization’s mission is specifically to promote, enhance, and increase populations of indigenous wild sheep in California and on the North American continent by enhancement of habitat and utilizing professional management techniques.
IDAHO WSF
The mission of Idaho Wild Sheep is to enhance wild sheep populations in Idaho, and with partners in adjacent states, for public enjoyment, education, and fair chase hunting; to promote professional wildlife management, and protect sportsmen's rights. The Idaho Wild Sheep Foundation was founded in 1982 by two dozen concerned sportsmen who wanted to “put more bighorns on Idaho’s mountains.” Today, it is a thriving organization with hundreds of committed members.
EASTERN CHAPTER WSF
Promoting the management of, and to safeguard against the extinction of all species of wild sheep native to the continent of North America.
We shall support efforts in conservation, education and research in the cause of not only wild sheep, but all wildlife and its habitat, preserving its viability for enjoyment of future generations.
NEW MEXICO WSF
Members of the New Mexico Chapter work with the Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF) to increase populations of desert and Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in New Mexico. The chapter has provided the NMDGF with a raffle of highly prized bighorn sheep licenses. Recently, the auction and raffle of four bighorn sheep hunting licenses brought in close to a half million dollars for the NMDGF’s bighorn sheep program, with the record-breaking raffle conducted by the New Mexico Chapter of WSF. Proceeds go to bighorn sheep research, management, and propagation in New Mexico.
Please note: The NM WSF Bylaws require that members maintain dual membership with WSF at all levels. For example, to be a life member of NM WSF you must also be a life member of WSF.
Montana State University Student Chapter of WSF
We stimulate, grow, and sustain a passionate culture of young, conservation-minded outdoor enthusiasts that want to positively impact the future of wild sheep and the mountain ecosystems they inhabit, while supporting the mission of the Wild Sheep Foundation (To Put and Keep Wild Sheep on the Mountain®) and expanding the realm of those who have a vested interest in its mission. Please contact us at montanastatewsf@gmail.com for more information!
Oregon Wild Sheep Foundation
Oregon Wild Sheep Foundation (previously The Oregon Chapter of the Foundation for Wild Sheep OR FNAWS) has a short, but proud history. Established in November 1998, the purpose of the Foundation is to promote and enhance populations of indigenous wild sheep in Oregon and across North America.
Please note: OR WSF encourages that members maintain dual membership with WSF at all levels.
Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance
The Rocky Mountain Goat Alliance’s mission is to increase and enhance the management, range, and populations of Rocky Mountain Goats across both native and suitable non-native North American habitats without negatively impacting native ungulates. The Alliance is committed to educating the public about ongoing conservation projects and petitioning for the expansion of sustainable hunting opportunities across the continent. The Alliance conducts backpack surveys of wild goats throughout the West and welcomes volunteers.
Southeast Chapter WSF
The mission of the Southeast Chapter of the Wild Sheep Foundation is to build a community of conservationists to raise resources in support of scientific wild sheep management practices and habitat improvement. This is to ensure healthy populations of North America's sheep herds for future generations to enjoy. We are a volunteer organization dedicated to sharing our passion for mountain hunting, educating the public and youth about the sustainable use of mountain resources and the important role hunters play in wildlife conservation, regardless of where we live.
Please note: The SE Chapter WSF bylaws require that members maintain dual membership with WSF at all levels. For example, to be a life member of SE Chapter WSF, you must also be a life member of WSF.
YUKON WSF
The Yukon Chapter of WSF is dedicated to enhancing wild sheep populations, promoting professional wildlife management, and educating the public and youth on sustainable use and the conservation benefits of hunting while promoting the interests of the hunter and all stakeholders.The Yukon is home to two species of North American wild sheep. A population of more than 22,000 Dall and Stone sheep call the Yukon mountains home.
(All Membership Prices are in USD)
National Bighorn Sheep Center
Driven by it's mission to provide education and outreach for the national conservation of wild sheep, wildlife, and wild lands, the National Bighorn Sheep Center engages nearly 20,000 individuals each year through it's museum, outdoor programs, and monthly wild sheep webinar series.
In 2018, WSF and Wyoming WSF outlined the Center's role as the formal outreach and education arm for both organizations, funded by the Butler Family Foundation. Today, the Center works closely with Ryan Brock of WSF to educate about the North American Model of Conservation and the unique biology of wild sheep. In addition the Center strives to educate about the species, the required management performed by state and federal agencies, and the generosity of private individuals and organizations that support programs to both "put and keep wild sheep on the mountain."
Texas Bighorn Society
TBS is a non-profit organization dedicated to returning bighorn sheep to their native ranges
in Texas. All money raised from our gracious donors is
used exclusively for this goal. Please join us in our efforts by becoming a member today!
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