Wyoming sets Sept. 27 as Public Lands Day, by popular demand

Gov. Mark Gordon has officially designated Sept. 27, 2025 as Wyoming Public Lands Day, answering a request from Keep it Public, Wyoming—a coalition of 83 businesses, 34 organizations, and more than 1,200 individuals rallying to keep America’s public lands in public hands, County 10 reports.

First created in 2019, Public Lands Day spotlights the open spaces that power Wyoming’s identity and economy—world-class hunting and fishing, trail time, wildlife habitat, and the outdoor jobs that come with all of it.

“Freedom to access public land is what makes Wyoming so special,” said Gabe Joyes, Lander Running Club co-director and member of the coalition. “On Public Lands Day, we invite everyone to get outside and experience what makes this state so special—and what’s at stake if these lands are ever sold off.”

The sporting community echoed that warning. Joe Kondelis, president of the American Bear Foundation, said access is the backbone of Wyoming’s outdoor traditions:

“That’s why the sporting community stands united against their sale or transfer.”

Formed in 2016 to oppose public-land transfers, Keep it Public, Wyoming continues to push for broad access and long-term stewardship.

Want details or ways to pitch in? Head to KeepItPublicWYO.com.