Brotherhood of the Broadaxe Wyoming PBS 2016-11-07 | “Tie Hacks” were legendary timber workers who made hand hewn cross ties for the nation’s railroads from the early 1900’s through WWII. These remarkable individuals, largely of Scandinavian descent worked through the long winters and the base of Wyoming’s rugged mountain ranges in isolated logging camps. First aired in December, 2005.
Wyoming Life Resource Center Wyoming PBS 2023-05-12 | With an expanded purpose and a $100 million-plus remodel and renovation, the Wyoming Life Resource Center in Lander is at the heart of one of the biggest public-health projects in state history.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Big Wall Climbing at Clarks Fork Canyon - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2023-05-11 | 3 longtime climbing partners who have been putting up climbs around Wyoming for years attempt a new route on a 2000 foot wall near Cody. The camaraderie of adventure and the process of creating something others will enjoy is what keeps them motivated.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
State Superintendent of Instruction Megan Degenfelder - Wyoming Chromicle Wyoming PBS 2023-05-08 | She might be the youngest person ever elected to one of Wyoming's "big five" elected offices, but State Superintendent Megan Degenfelder says the job is not about the calendar, but the agenda and the drive to accomplish it.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Protecting the Protectors - A State of Mind, Confronting our Mental Health Crisis Wyoming PBS 2023-04-28 | Most everyone has been through a stressful event in life. When the event causes a lot of stress, it is called a traumatic event. Our first responders, police officers and any other ‘protector’ often experience higher rates of depression and mental health issues resulting from PTSD. In this episode of "A State of Mind," we hear first hand from our first responders the challenges they face. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Camouflage: Nature WY Wyoming PBS 2023-04-27 | Insects are perfect snacks for many creatures. To live another day and make offspring of their own, insects hide, sometimes in plain sight with the use of camouflage. Act like a hungry bird, and search the wild spaces outside to find insects using camouflage to hide. Then create your own insect out of natural materials, hide it in plain sight, and challenge a friend to find your creation.
Erosion: Nature WY Wyoming PBS 2023-04-27 | The power of erosion can shape the surface of the Earth over large and small scales of space and time. With the help of stop-animation and a time machine, see what the Earth might look like as erosion carves a canyon over 70 million years. Explore your own forces of wind and water to change the surface of the Earth, and change the impact of erosional forces using a landscape model.
Food Webs: Nature WY Wyoming PBS 2023-04-26 | Every bite you eat connects you to other living creatures that give you the energy and the nutrients you need to live and grow. All of those connections to the things you eat, and to the things those things eat, make up what scientists would call your food web. Discover the connections among the sun and living creatures in a what-eats-what food web of a pond.
Ponds and Rivers: Nature WY Wyoming PBS 2023-04-26 | One glance can tell you the watery world of a pond is really different from that of a river. Creatures that live in ponds and rivers are often different, too, adapted to the aquatic environment in which they live. Measure and compare the non-living, physical traits of a pond and a river that influence living creatures, including temperature, turbidity, substrate, velocity, and oxygen levels.
Building for Bees: Nature WY Wyoming PBS 2023-04-26 | Did you know honey bees are the only bee in Wyoming that makes honey we collect, and just one of more than 700 species of bee in Wyoming, and 20,000 species worldwide? Many native bees are important pollinators of native plants and food crops, and all need food, water, and a place to raise their offspring. Become a habitat engineer as you build nesting sites and more for native bees.
Pollinators: Nature WY Wyoming PBS 2023-04-26 | With roots holding them in place, plants have a challenge: How to get pollen from the male part of one flower to the female part of another of the same species, so a seed can be made. That process is called pollination! Many plants need the help of animals, like native bees, to move their heavy pollen. Create a pollination map as you watch animal pollinators move from flower to flower.
UW STEM Carnival Wyoming PBS 2023-04-21 | When we covered the ribbon-cutting at the University of Wyoming's $100 million Science Initiative Building last year, we were invited to return when the facility actually had begun its education/research/service mission.
Part 2, Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal Wyoming PBS 2023-04-14 | Part 2 of Steve Peck's interview. The former Wyoming governor has added "author" to his long list of life accomplishments, writing about the pros and perils of a commodity-based economy. His book is titled "Wyoming - the Paradox of Plenty."WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Biathlon in Wyoming - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2023-04-12 | A small but passionate group has developed a world-class biathlon course on Casper Mountain, and hosted the US Biathlon Championships in 2023.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal, Part 1 Wyoming PBS 2023-04-09 | The former Wyoming governor has added "author" to his long list of life accomplishments, writing about the pros and perils of a commodity-based economy. His book is titled "Wyoming - the Paradox of Plenty."Wyoming PBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
World Champion Working Dog - Quirt Wyoming PBS 2023-03-31 | Wendy Auzqui Is the world champion --- or, at least, she trains one. The Clearmont, Wyoming area rancher has earned national renown as a trainer of working dogs, mostly border collies. Last year, a herder she trained named Quirt won the working dog world championship staged at the Calgary stampede in Canada. At her side throughout the interview, the charismatic border collie Quirt relaxes after demonstrating startling energy and skill in rounding up sheep and taking them where Auzqui wants them. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Photographer / Outfitter Ron Hayes Wyoming PBS 2023-03-24 | Most people in Wyoming are well familiar with the concept of a wildlife outfitter organizing and guiding a big-game hunting trip into Wyoming's back country. Ron Hayes does that, but with a twist. He outfits wildlife expeditions for photographers.Hayes guides program host Steve Peck to a North Platte River bottom area in Converse County, where the two photograph ducks, geese, wild turkeys, deer, and just miss seeing on a huge flock of snow geese spotted in the area earlier in the day. For viewers, Hayes shares tips on equipment, offers advice on getting better wildlife photography, and describes moments in his life that led to his pursuit of photography as a career.Plus, he talks about his favorite animal to photograph and the one animal he hopes to catch her on camera at least once in his life.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
School Resource Officers Wyoming PBS 2023-03-21 | No two school resource officer jobs in Wyoming are ever quite the same, but there's one thing about which every SRO in the state probably would agree.When you're a school resource officer, you're doing some of the most rewarding police work there is. We'll meet Wyoming's SROs in this episode of Wyoming Chronicle.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Boysen Ice Racing - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2023-03-15 | Motor sports enthusiasts don't let winter slow them down. We join the Wyoming Offroad Racers Association as they use frozen Boysen Reservoir as their racetrack. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Dr. Ingrid Burke Wyoming PBS 2023-03-10 | The director of UW's well-regarded environmental sciences department got a once-in-a-lifetime chance to take her teaching and research to the global stage at Yale.
Capitol Outlook - Final Week (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-03-03 | The General Session of the 67th Wyoming Legislature has adjourned for the year. On this final episode of the 2023 "Capitol Outlook," host Steve Peck speaks with Governor Mark Gordon, State Senator Chris Rothfuss, and State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Megan Degenfelder.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Wyoming Governors Arts Awards 2022 Wyoming PBS 2023-03-01 | The Governor’s Arts Awards recognize excellence in the arts and outstanding service to the arts in Wyoming. The 2022 award winners are Anne Mason, Laramie; Clarene Law (posthumous), Jackson; and The Actor’s Mission, Rock Springs.
Capitol Outlook - Week 8 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-02-24 | Wyoming lawmakers are nearing the finish line at the 67th Wyoming Legislature.Two legislators who are deeply involved in final negotiations, Senator Tara Nethercott and Representtive Bob Nicholas of Cheyenne join Steve Peck. In addition, two time Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal gives his perspective on the current Legislative process.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Beyond Sand Creek Wyoming PBS 2023-02-23 | Arapaho elders want to regain their traditional homeland near Boulder, Colorado, which was lost to westward expansion, and reconnect it with the Arapaho language and traditional ceremonies through tribal youth, 150 years after the Sand Creek Massacre. Produced and Directed by Alan O'Hashi.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 7 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-02-17 | This week on Capitol Outlook, State Sen. Dave Kinskey, co-chairman of the powerful Joint Appropriations Committee, discusses the budget reconciliation process between the Senate and House that will finalize hundreds of millions of dollars in new spending and savings. And a first look at the newly completed Wyoming Life Resource Center.Wyoming PBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
The Steel Sculptress - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2023-02-15 | Betsy Bower uses her steel working talents to show people different ways to grow and develop. Whether doing commission work, exploring her own ideas, or offering classes, Betsy hopes to cultivate communities and make connections based on artistic ideas. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 6 (2013) Wyoming PBS 2023-02-10 | State Senator Bill Landen from District 27 and Representative Art Washut from District 36 discuss the Judiciary Committee, abortion, and the “corner crossing” issues. Senate President, Ogdin Driskill updates the progress and status of bills moving through the Legislature. Finally, Steve Peck profiles State Representative Trey Sherwood of Laramie.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 5 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-02-03 | Speaker of the House Albert Sommers talks about the status of Legislation to date. New Wyoming Legislators, Senator Evie Brennan of Cheyenne and Representative Martha Lawley of Worland share their “first timer” experiences. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 4 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-01-28 | Representative Steve Harshman and Representative Ember Oakley discuss Medicaid expansion. Senate President Ogden Driskill discusses the bill introduction process and transparency in the Legislature. Finally, Chief Justice Kate Fox talks about the "Equality Hall" at the Wyoming Supreme Court and the rise of women in the justice system.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 3 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-01-20 | Speaker of the House Rep. Albert Sommers, Senate Minority Floor Leader Sen.Chris Rothfuss and House Minority Floor Leader Rep. Mike Yin join Steve Peck.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Happy Groomer - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2023-01-18 | An unsung hero of a very Wyoming sport, the trail groomer that maintain the Cross Country Ski trails at Happy Jack Recreation area shares his passion for helping people have a good day.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 2 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-01-14 | Senate President Ogden Driskill and Speaker of the House Albert Sommers talk about their plans and expectations for the upcoming Legislative session.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Capitol Outlook - Week 1 (2023) Wyoming PBS 2023-01-07 | An eight-week slate of “Capitol Outlook” begins Friday, January 6 with a thirty-minute interview with Governor Gordon and First Lady Jenny Gordon. Topics include the Governor's education initiative and the First Lady's food initiative.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
UPRISING, Part 2 - Online Exploitation of Children Wyoming PBS 2022-12-17 | Wyoming' top lawman enforcing human trafficking violations says the rise in case numbers constitutes a crime wave.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
A Christmas Tree Adventure - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2022-12-16 | Cutting down the family Christmas tree is a beloved winter adventure across Wyoming. Find out what happens when this holiday tradition is put into the hands of a 12 year-old.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
UPRISING, Part 1 - Online Exploitation of Children Wyoming PBS 2022-12-10 | As incidence numbers climb, UPRISING has become a Mountain West leader in combating exploitation of children online. With contributions from DCI agent Chris McDonald.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Grand Teton Music Festival - 2022 Wyoming PBS 2022-11-19 | Highlights from the GTMF 61st season. This program includes music by Schumann, Brahms and selections from Puccini’s La Bohème. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
The Lone Wolf - A State of Mind, Confronting our Mental Health Crisis Wyoming PBS 2022-11-19 | Episode 3. The Lone Wolf: From Addiction to Recovery. This episode explores substance abuse, tracing the journey of several people who overcome their addiction.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Gene Gagliano Wyoming PBS 2022-11-11 | Wyoming has a Poet Laureate, and the job keeps Gene Gagliano busy statewide. Learn more about Wyoming's Poet Laureate Gene Gagliano.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Sinks Canyon: Underground Mysteries - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2022-11-09 | The Popo Agie River flows through Sinks Canyon State Park, but in a unique way. This episode of "Our Wyoming" explores Boulder Choke Cave where the river disappears before reappearing a quarter mile down the canyon. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Laramie Main Street Wyoming PBS 2022-11-04 | Just three cities in America got Great American Main Street recognition this year. Laramie is one of them. "Wyoming Chronicle" visits the Gem City and learns more about the years-long Laramie Main Street Project.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
A State of Mind: The Lone Wolf trailer Wyoming PBS 2022-10-15 | Preview of episode 3 of "A State of Mind: Confronting Wyoming's Mental Health Crisis."
WPR News Director Bob Beck Retirement Wyoming PBS 2022-10-14 | After more than 30 years as the news voice of Wyoming Public Radio, Bob Beck is retiring.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Restoring Mining History - Our Wyoming Wyoming PBS 2022-10-12 | The Bureau of Land Management is tasked with maintaining many of the historic mining buildings around the South Pass area - a daunting task. Historicorp, a non-profit organization with expertise in these very matters came to Wyoming to keep alive two of these buildings, the Lemley Mill in Atlantic City and the historic saloon in Miner's Delight.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
2022 Governor’s Mental Health Summit. Wyoming PBS 2022-10-12 | There is intermittent audio drop out during the Summit. Turning closed captions on may help.
Jackson Hole Airport Wyoming PBS 2022-10-07 | Jackson Hole Wyoming Airport boards more passengers than the state's eight other airports combined, but it hadn't had an infrastructure update in 50 years. See what it takes to renovate the only airport in a national park.WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
Actors Mission in Rock Springs Wyoming PBS 2022-10-03 | In a town known for coal, trona, trains and energy production, an independent theater company called the Actors' Mission contributes a dose of the finer things. WyomingPBS videos are used in classrooms across the country. Comments inappropriate for a classroom are blocked.
