Education

We look forward to seeing you in person this year May 19-20, 2023 for all kinds of hands on education. But betweeen events we have compiled some of the booths and learning stations into informational videos from our partners. We hope you enjoy these and in case you can’t get enough check out the amazing Wyoming Outdoor Expo online with even more videos, webcams, and activities.

Thank you to our Education Sponsors who make this day possible! Kiwanis of Lander, First Interstate Bank, Home Source Realty, Atlantic City Federal Credit Union, Bank of the West, Wyoming Wild Sheep Foundation, Brunton, Central Bank and Trust.

Avoiding Problems while Camping in Bear Country – 4:00 min – Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Horns vs. Antlers – 2:30 min – National Bighorn Sheep Center

Native vs. Nonnative Wyoming Fish – 7:30 min – Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Cheatgrass what is it and why should I care? – 2:00 min – Wyoming Game and Fish Department

Avoiding Problems while Hiking in Bear Country – 4:00 min – Buffalo Bill Center of the West

How to Apply a Splint – 7:30 min – Classic Air Medical

Trout Tour at the Dubois Fish Hatchery – 9:30 min – Wyoming Game and FIsh Department

Bighorn Sheep Feet- how do they climb? – 2:30 min – National Bighorn Sheep Center

Weather Safety and Learning – 10 min –National Weather Service

Extract DNA from Fruit – 40 min – Wyoming Game and Fish Department **See notes and supply list at right

A Virtual Riparian Hike – 10:00 min – Wyoming Wildlife Federation

You’ll need the following materials and a parent’s help in order to follow along with the DNA extraction:

  • 1-2 pieces of fruit (strawberries, banana, kiwi, peach, etc.)
  • 2 pinches of table salt
  • 1 tablespoon clear shampoo
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 quart zip lock bag
  • Cold isopropyl
  • Coffee filter
  • Clear cup (plastic or glass)
  • Bowl of ice
  • Knife (to cut fruit)
  • Hot water in a pan or bowl
  • Paper towel

All About Owls with a live Great Horned Owl – 45 min – Wyoming Game and Fish Department