On July 4, 2025, a black bear was reported along North Sheridan Pathway near Canfield Street, prompting a swift but unsuccessful search by the Wyoming Game and Fish Department.

 

The bear resurfaced the next afternoon in north Sheridan, spotted near 12th Street and Taylor Avenue, investigating backyards with chickens nearby.

 

Officials quickly responded and safely immobilized the young female bear around 5 p.m.

 

After confirming the bear’s good health and absence of problematic habits, wildlife teams released her in a remote area of the Bighorn Mountains the next morning.

 

Sheridan Wildlife Biologist Eric Maichak credited rapid reporting from residents for the bear’s safe relocation.

 

Residents are urged to secure garbage, feeders, and backyard livestock, as recent weeks have seen more bears drawn into neighborhoods by food sources.

 

Quick reporting and preventative steps help ensure the safe coexistence of wildlife and communities in Sheridan.

 

Each July, Lander, Wyoming comes alive as climbers from around the world gather for the International Climbers' Festival, the oldest event of its kind in the country.

 

Now in its 32nd year, the festival celebrates Lander’s rich climbing culture amid the striking landscapes of Sinks Canyon and Wild Iris, which offer over a thousand routes for all skill levels.

 

The popular Limestone Rodeo challenges teams to scale as many climbs as possible in eight hours, testing endurance and strategy.

 

Visitors enjoy more than climbing—local art is showcased along Main Street during the Central Bank & Trust Art Crawl, while workshops and talks from experts like Volker Schoffl and Kitty Calhoun inspire and educate.

 

The festival doesn’t just boost Lander’s economy—injecting about $4.5 million annually—but also fosters a vibrant, connected community united by a love for adventure and stewardship.