In this episode of Fremont Biz, hosts Charene Herrera and Owen Sweeney welcome Carl Fisher and John Burrows from the Wyoming Outdoor Council for an insightful conversation on conservation, climate policy, and community engagement across the Cowboy State.

Carl Fisher, the Executive Director, and John Burrows, the Energy and Climate Policy Director, share their deep-rooted passion for Wyoming’s landscapes and wildlife. The episode opens with Carl and John’s personal journeys into conservation, their connection to the land, and how those experiences fuel their work with the Wyoming Outdoor Council—a homegrown organization that’s been at the forefront of Wyoming environmental policy for decades.

Listeners will hear about the Council’s unique approach to balancing Wyoming’s economic strengths with long-term sustainability. Topics include energy development challenges like nuclear power, rooftop solar, and wind, as well as broader national climate trends and how they ripple through the state. The group also discusses legislative hurdles, workforce shortages, and the impact of frozen federal funding on conservation programs.

Bonus event!

The Wyoming Outdoor Council is also hosting Business After Hours at their beautiful new headquarters on South Second Street in Lander, Thursday May 15th, 2025

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM MDT. This free and public event is a great opportunity to meet the team in person, enjoy refreshments and hors d’oeuvres, and learn more about the mission driving their work: protecting Wyoming’s environment and quality of life for generations to come. Whether you're a local business owner or just passionate about the outdoors, you're invited to connect, converse, and celebrate conservation with the Fremont County business community.