Submit Your Nominations for the 2026 Outdoor Hall of Fame

January 28, 2026
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Wyoming's rugged landscapes have long been a proving ground for conservationists, hunters, and Second Amendment defenders who understand that protecting wildlife means protecting the rights to bear arms and pursue the American outdoor tradition. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department just opened nominations for the 2026 Outdoor Hall of Fame and a brand-new Youth Conservationist of the Year award, with submissions due by March 31. Honorees will be celebrated at a November ceremony at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody—a fitting venue named after the legendary bison hunter and showman whose life embodied the fusion of frontier self-reliance and firearm prowess. This isn't just another awards list; it's a spotlight on those who've stewarded public lands and game populations, often through advocacy that aligns squarely with 2A values, like defending hunting seasons against urban anti-gun pressures. For the 2A community, this nomination window is a golden opportunity to elevate voices who've bridged conservation and constitutional rights. Think of past inductees who've fought habitat loss while championing hunter education programs that instill firearm safety and responsibility in the next generation—efforts that counter narratives from gun-control groups portraying responsible gun owners as threats to nature. The new Youth Conservationist award amplifies this: nominate a young shooter, angler, or archer under 18 who's led cleanups, planted wildlife corridors, or organized 4-H marksmanship events. In an era when anti-2A forces push to restrict public land access for target practice or hunting, honoring these kids reinforces that the future of outdoor freedoms rests with proactive defenders. Past halls have included figures like Olaus Murie, whose wilderness advocacy paved the way for modern hunting ethics tied to self-defense rights in the wild. Submit your picks at the WGFD website—prioritize those who've lobbied for streamlined concealed carry in backcountry areas or mentored at-risk youth through NRA-affiliated programs. Deadline's March 31, so rally your networks now. This isn't bureaucracy; it's a chance to cement 2A heroes in Wyoming's legacy, ensuring the hall reflects the armed conservationists who keep our heritage alive against encroaching regulations. Who's your nominee? Let's make 2026 unforgettable.

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Wyoming’s rugged landscapes have long been a proving ground for conservationists, hunters, and Second Amendment defenders who understand that protecting wildlife means protecting the rights to bear arms and pursue the American outdoor tradition. The Wyoming Game and Fish Department just opened nominations for the 2026 Outdoor Hall of Fame and a brand-new Youth Conservationist of the Year award, with submissions due by March 31. Honorees will be celebrated at a November ceremony at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody—a fitting venue named after the legendary bison hunter and showman whose life embodied the fusion of frontier self-reliance and firearm prowess. This isn’t just another awards list; it’s a spotlight on those who’ve stewarded public lands and game populations, often through advocacy that aligns squarely with 2A values, like defending hunting seasons against urban anti-gun pressures.

For the 2A community, this nomination window is a golden opportunity to elevate voices who’ve bridged conservation and constitutional rights. Think of past inductees who’ve fought habitat loss while championing hunter education programs that instill firearm safety and responsibility in the next generation—efforts that counter narratives from gun-control groups portraying responsible gun owners as threats to nature. The new Youth Conservationist award amplifies this: nominate a young shooter, angler, or archer under 18 who’s led cleanups, planted wildlife corridors, or organized 4-H marksmanship events. In an era when anti-2A forces push to restrict public land access for target practice or hunting, honoring these kids reinforces that the future of outdoor freedoms rests with proactive defenders. Past halls have included figures like Olaus Murie, whose wilderness advocacy paved the way for modern hunting ethics tied to self-defense rights in the wild.

Submit your picks at the WGFD website—prioritize those who’ve lobbied for streamlined concealed carry in backcountry areas or mentored at-risk youth through NRA-affiliated programs. Deadline’s March 31, so rally your networks now. This isn’t bureaucracy; it’s a chance to cement 2A heroes in Wyoming’s legacy, ensuring the hall reflects the armed conservationists who keep our heritage alive against encroaching regulations. Who’s your nominee? Let’s make 2026 unforgettable.

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