The Outstanding Bighorn Teacher is part of a team of scientists, managers, and conservationists who strive to secure the future of bighorns by educating future generations of conservationists. Wild sheep embody Wyoming’s wildest and most rugged landscapes. Outstanding bighorn teachers are recognized for providing students with the opportunity to understand wild sheep and develop a conservation ethic around bighorns and other wildlife. Outstanding Bighorn Teachers work consistently with students and conservation organizations to inspire and educate youths about wild sheep and the importance of conserving wildlife and wildlands. The experiences these teachers provide our youths intertwine them with the fabric from which we Wyomingites are made–wildlands and wildlife. With the continued support of educators like these, our organizations can continue “putting and keeping kids and sheep on the mountain.”

We are delighted to announce the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Bighorn Teacher Award is Chester Moore!!

We had the pleasure of working with Chester at this year’s Camp Bighorn. Chester has worked as a wildlife journalist since he was 19 years old. He is the Editor-In-Chief of Texas Fish & Game, host of “Moore Outdoors” radio on Newstalk AM 560 KLVI, host of “Higher Calling” podcast, and author of 15 books on fishing, hunting, and wildlife.

Previous Recipients Below:
Brady Simuelson 2019, Lori Sincavage 2020, and Brent Miller 2022