CHEYENNE — The Wyoming Game and Fish Department, in collaboration with conservation partners, is pleased to announce a statewide tour for the documentary film, "Carrying Capacity: The Hunt for Resilience." The tour combines high-quality cinema with community forums to discuss the future of Wyoming’s bighorn sheep. The short film explores the complexity of managing two iconic herds — the Jackson and the Ferris-Seminoe — through the eyes of scientists, managers and hunters. Specifically, the tour aims to foster a dialogue about how hunting, including ewe harvest, serves as a vital tool to keep populations healthy and resilient against disease.
"We want these events to be more than just a movie night," said Rene Schell, Game and Fish information and education supervisor. "Our goal is to have a more informed conversation with the community on how these herds are managed. We hope people will come enjoy the screening and stay for the discussions with biologists afterward. It’s a great opportunity to stay connected to the wildlife we all care about."
Film Tour & Forum Schedule:
Community | Date | Location | Time |
Rawlins | 3/25 | Carbon County Higher Education Center. | 6 p.m. |
Laramie | 3/26 | Gryphon Theatre - Wild and Working Lands Film Festival. | Doors open at 6:30 p.m., film at 7 p.m. |
Dubois | 4/11 | Dennison Lodge — in conjunction with the National Bighorn Sheep Center. | 12:30 p.m. |
Cody | 4/23 | Buffalo Bill Center of the West in conjunction with the Draper Museum of Natural History. | 5:30-8 p.m. |
Jackson | 5/7 | The Center of the Arts. | 6-8 p.m. |
Several screenings will offer a welcome reception with refreshments, localized updates on nearby herds and open Q&A sessions or panel discussions with biologists.
This film was made possible by the support of the Wyoming Wild Sheep Foundation, Teton Conservation District, University of Wyoming Monteith Shop, Maven Optics, First Lite, Seek Outside, Weatherby and FHF Gear.
Further details on each event will be shared through regional news updates from Game and Fish.
—WGFD—