October 22, 2026 – Lexington, NC – The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) extends its sincere appreciation to The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort (The Preserve) for its generous donation of a one-of-a-kind Blaser shotgun commemorating America’s 250th anniversary, which was auctioned at the 22nd Annual Wine, Wheels & Wildlife on October 14, 2026. The extraordinary firearm, crafted to celebrate the nation’s rich sporting heritage, provided a unique opportunity to support CSF’s mission to protect and enhance America’s outdoor traditions.
Situated on 3,500 acres in Richmond, Rhode Island, The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort is a premier destination for hunting, recreational shooting, fishing, and outdoor recreation, offering experiences that celebrate America’s rich sporting traditions. CSF is proud to partner with The Preserve in celebrating our nation’s sporting heritage and supporting the conservation efforts that will sustain these traditions for generations to come.
Branded “One of One. Forever American” the custom Blaser shotgun was created to honor 250 years of American history and the enduring traditions of hunting, recreational shooting, and conservation. Its exclusive offering at Wine, Wheels & Wildlife brought together exceptional craftsmanship and a meaningful cause, with proceeds supporting CSF’s ongoing policy and advocacy efforts.
“It was my pleasure to support the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation with Richard Childress at Wine, Wheels & Wildlife. Their mission to support and advance wildlife conservation for hunters and anglers makes all this worth it,” said Paul Mihailides of The Preserve, who donated the Blaser shotgun.
For more than 37 years, CSF has worked to protect and enhance America’s outdoor heritage through bipartisan policy and advocacy at the state and federal levels. Through its network of bipartisan sportsmen’s caucuses, CSF works with policymakers to advance conservation, protect fish and wildlife habitat, and safeguard opportunities for Americans to enjoy their outdoor traditions. “As we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, this extraordinary shotgun serves as a tribute to the sporting traditions that have helped shape our nation and the conservation legacy we are committed to protecting,” said Jeff Crane, President and CEO of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation. “We are incredibly grateful to Paul Mihailides and The Preserve for their generosity and continued support of our mission. Contributions like this allow CSF to continue fighting for the rights and opportunities of sportsmen and women, ensuring that our time-honored outdoor traditions endure for generations to come.”
CSF also extends its gratitude to all the generous donors who contributed items and experiences to the Wine, Wheels & Wildlife auction, as well as the supporters whose continued partnership makes the organization’s work possible. Their generosity helps advance CSF’s efforts to ensure that hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and other outdoor pursuits remain an integral part of America’s future.
As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary, CSF remains committed to protecting the outdoor traditions that have shaped the nation’s history and ensuring that future generations have the opportunity to experience them.