Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Officials say the man encountered a female grizzly bear with yearling offspring.

Once Smith was out of the area, the Wyoming Game and Fish Department began investigating the scene.

Wyoming Game and Fish has launched a new campaign to help inspire kids to get outside and enjoy all our wonderful state has to offer.

Anyone with information on this or any other wildlife violation can call the Stop Poaching Hotline at 1-877-WGFD-TIP, or 1-307-777-4330 for out-of-state calls.

His medical condition could not be confirmed Thursday.

One of the most elusive creatures in the Cowboy State was caught on camera last week at the Louis Lake Lodge in the Wind River Mountain Range near Lander.

Cosby reportedly lied to investigators about the area in which he took the elk.

The five-day adventure will be held at the Whiskey Mountain Conservation Camp.

The Expo will be held May 9th-11th at the Casper Events Center but teachers who are planning to take their classes need to register early.

If you've ever wanted to improve your fishing game or maybe you're a beginner looking for tips and tricks, this is the event for you.

Talbott, who was appointed director in 2011, said it's been an honor and privilege working with and for the people of Wyoming.

Although the disease has been previously documented in deer in an overlaying hunt area, this is the first time an elk has tested positive.