 Across our state, Wyoming citizens through the Game and Fish Commission protect large tracts of land and water as wildlife habitat management areas. Over to hunters and all outdoor enthusiasts, the 37 areas protect key habitat for creatures large and small. Here at the Amsdon Creek area in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains, the Game and Fish purchase land to prevent landowner-wildlife conflicts. Over 300 elk use the hills and creek bottom as crucial winter range. Amsdon, like many other areas, is closed to human intrusion mid-November to the end of April. Livestock are also excluded in the summer to preserve forage for wintering wildlife. These sacrifices provide a secure reserve for winter stressed animals. By protecting a few key areas, be it for ducks or deer, Wyomingites work together to ensure our wildlife populations remain strong. So be sure to get out and enjoy your wildlife habitat management areas such as beautiful Amsdon Creek. From the University of Wyoming Extension, I'm Milton Geiger, Exploring the Nature of Wyoming.