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Wyoming introduces hunter education endorsement for teachers

Teachers can now cultivate conservation ethics in the classroom

Joint efforts by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the Professional Teaching Standards Board have resulted in a new license endorsement for teachers interested in teaching hunter education in Wyoming classrooms.

“The Professional Teaching Standards Board is pleased to partner with the Wyoming Game and Fish Department in offering hunter education as an endorsement that teachers can add to their licenses,” said Brendan O’Connor, PTSB executive director.

“Hunting, fishing and natural resource conservation is embedded in Wyoming’s culture. Providing this opportunity allows qualified teacher...