Seasonal closures on Commission-owned and operated lands are approaching

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The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has announced the seasonal closures for their wildlife habitat management areas and public access areas are in place or will be soon. These closures are important in protecting wildlife on their winter range, according to the department. 

Game and Fish maintains more than 500,000 acres of land through WHMAs. The areas include access to nearly 225 miles of streams, more than 21,000 lake surface acres and more than 148 miles of road right-of-ways. Management of these areas plays an important role in maintaining healthy winter habitats for species.

“Seasonal closures play a critical role in limiting disturbances to wintering wildlife, including deer, elk, and bighorn sheep,” Game and Fish Deputy Chief of the Services Division Ray Bredehoft said. “Limiting human presence allows wildlife to access vital forage on these winter ranges throughout the closure.”

To view the seasonal closures throughout the Cowboy State, click here. Closure dates of WHMAs and PAAs do vary. For specific area details, visit the public access page on the Game and Fish website. The page contains maps, general regulations and rules governing each unique area.

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