Upon starting at Powder River three months ago, I was excited to create conversation to provide a strategic roadmap for the organization. We are well on our way. Our mission is strong – protecting Wyoming’s land, water, air and people. The times demand that we lean into the people part. That we give people reason to come together – for connection, joy and to shape a positive future together.


Staff, board and members have discussed (1) how we define community; (2) how we strengthen community; (3) how we create conversation among those with different views. We brought together members and others to talk about economic diversification in Gillette, water in Laramie and local food in Sheridan. We’ve learned that place matters, but it is not all that matters. Litigation matters, but it is not all that matters. Saying yes (and here’s how) is more important than saying no. Read the full article here.