Chamois Andersen

Background

About Chamois Andersen

Chamois Andersen is Executive Director of the Wyoming Wildlife Federation. WWF is the oldest sportsmen and conservation organization in Wyoming, and advocates for wildlife conservation, protection of habitats and access to public lands for outdoor recreation. She previously worked in communications for wildlife agencies in California and Colorado, the University of Wyoming's environment and natural resources program, and the Wyoming State Geological Survey. Chamois began her career as an environment and outdoor beat reporter working for various weekly and daily newspapers in Colorado. She also served as Principal of Natural Resource Communications (2005-2008), which included a major contract with Island Press (Washington D.C.) for a United Nations campaign, the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment, which involved 1,360 scientists from 95 countries. Chamois has facilitated wildlife media panels and has presented on wildlife management and conflicts to the public. She has also taught a UW communications course for natural resource professionals. Her public information awards include Best Feature Story (2002) and Best Multi-Color Special Report (2001) from the California State Information Officers Council. Chamois is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists.