Wyoming’s mountain lions might want to start looking over their shoulders—because if House Bill 286 passes, it’s game on, all year, no tag required. The proposed bill would scrap most hunting restrictions, letting anyone with a valid antelope, deer or elk license take a shot at a lion, no special tag needed. Supporters say it’s about helping struggling mule deer populations, but critics argue it’s more of a free-for-all than a management strategy. With year-round hunting and trapping on the table, some fear it could lead to a mass wipeout of the big cats. Is this the right move for wildlife management, or is it a fast track to overkill?
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