Where Conservation Meets Tradition — For the Next Generation
WESY: Western Environmental Sportsmen for Youth is dedicated to preserving the land, teaching the tradition, and inspiring the future of ethical hunting and conservation across America's West.
Supporting responsible wildlife management practices that balance conservation with sporting traditions.
Protect Natural Habitats
Restoring and preserving critical ecosystems across the Western United States through hands-on stewardship.
Educate Youth
Mentoring the next generation in conservation principles, outdoor skills, and traditional sportsmanship.
Conservation without education is temporary. Education without tradition is hollow. — WESY Founders
What We Do
Youth Camps & Clinics
Hunter safety & marksmanship training
Fieldcraft & outdoor survival skills
Wildlife tracking & habitat science
Conservation Projects
Volunteer-led habitat restoration
Public land agency collaborations
Migration corridor stewardship
Mentorship Network
Experienced sportsmen guiding youth
Veterans sharing outdoor wisdom
Community building through tradition
Where We Operate
Nevada
Wildlife conservation initiatives and youth outdoor education programs across the Silver State
Montana
Elk habitat restoration and youth hunting programs in partnership with local ranchers
Arizona
Desert ecology education and water conservation projects in critical wildlife areas
Colorado
High-country stewardship initiatives and multi-day backcountry youth expeditions
Idaho
Watershed protection programs and fly fishing mentorship for underserved youth
WESY operates across NV, UT, AZ, CO, WY, MT, ID and surrounding Western states with seasonal events and ongoing conservation initiatives.
Get Involved
Become a Mentor
Share your outdoor experience and passion with the next generation of conservation leaders
Apply as Youth
Join our camps and programs to learn essential outdoor skills and conservation principles
Volunteer
Participate in habitat restoration, event support, and community outreach initiatives
Corporate Sponsor
Partner with us through financial support, in-kind donations, or employee volunteer programs
Support WESY
🪵 Field Gear Kit - $50
Provides essential outdoor equipment for one youth participant, including field guides, safety gear, and conservation tools.
🌲 Camper Scholarship - $250
Sponsors one youth for a full weekend of immersive outdoor education, including meals, instruction, and specialized equipment.
🦬 Restoration Weekend - $1,000
Funds a complete habitat restoration project, including native plantings, water source improvements, and educational components.
Your donation directly supports our mission to connect youth with conservation traditions and ensures the future of both our natural landscapes and sporting heritage.
Stories from the Field
1
Sagebrush Restoration Success
Our Wyoming youth team planted 2,000 native sagebrush seedlings, creating critical habitat for mule deer and sage grouse in previously degraded rangeland.
2
First Hunt Mentorship
Sixteen-year-old Maya harvested her first elk after participating in our marksmanship and field dressing workshops, with mentor support throughout the process.
3
Veterans Teaching Tracking
Former military trackers shared their expertise with thirty youth participants during our summer field training, combining traditional knowledge with modern conservation.
4
Stream Cleanup Impact
Our Colorado youth brigade removed over 500 pounds of trash from critical watershed areas, improving habitats for native trout and downstream ecosystems.
Connect With Us
Contact Information
WESY Headquarters 123 Conservation Way Las Vegas, NV 89101
📞 (800) 555-WESY ✉️ info@wesy.org
Follow Our Journey
Connect with us on social media for the latest events, success stories, and conservation opportunities.
Instagram: @WESYoutdoors
Facebook: Western Environmental Sportsmen
YouTube: WESY Conservation Channel
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