Why It Matters: New Hampshire’s moose hunt is a prime example of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation in action. Through limited permits (only 33 in 2026), science-based management, biological monitoring, and hunter participation, the state provides a sustainable hunting opportunity while generating valuable information about the health of the moose population and supporting […]
Why It Matters: Hunters now seem to be busier than ever and seek to take advantage of every free moment possible to participate in our time-honored traditions. For hunters in most states, that coveted time afield often occurs on the weekends with work and school occupying the weekdays. However, North and South Carolina remain among […]
Why It Matters: Providing sportsmen and women with quality places to hunt and trap serves to protect our outdoor traditions and bolster conservation funding. Not only are sportsmen and women active participants in conserving both game and non-game species, but through the American System of Conservation Funding (ASCF), they are also the primary funders of […]
September 28, 2026 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Saturday, September 26, the nation came together to celebrate National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHF Day), recognizing the contributions of America’s sportsmen and women and the critical role they have played in conserving the nation’s fish, wildlife, habitat, and outdoor heritage. Established by Congress in 1971 and […]
Why It Matters: President Trump issued two executive orders that prioritize America’s hunting and fishing traditions while recognizing these activities are inseparable from successful conservation. By directing federal agencies to expand access, modernize recreational fisheries data, strengthen State-Federal partnerships, improve habitat, and support recruitment and retention, the orders can turn that recognition into practical improvements […]
Why It Matters: The future of hunting, fishing, and America’s outdoor traditions depends on more than recruitment. It hinges on smart conservation policy, access to quality land, and educating the next generation about their role on the landscape. Bringing basic hunter education to the classroom serves as an excellent avenue to support the next generation […]
Why It Matters: On August 27, California Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1912 into law. California will now allow licensed hunters to carry a firearm capable of being concealed on their person while archery hunting for deer, removing an outdated restriction that currently leaves bowhunters uniquely vulnerable. Highlights: Governor Newsom signed AB 1912 into law […]
Why It Matters: The Tennessee Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus (Caucus) is a bipartisan group of state legislators that is housed under the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC) umbrella and serves to protect our time-honored outdoor traditions. The Caucus does a great job of keeping members engaged both during the regular and interim sessions, allowing members […]
Why It Matters: Access remains one of the biggest factors influencing participation in hunting and fishing. In a major win for America’s hunters and anglers, the Department of the Interior recently finalized regulations expanding hunting and fishing opportunities across the country while supporting the conservation mission of the National Wildlife Refuge System. Highlights: The National […]
Why It Matters: For many sportsmen and women, canine companions joining in adventures afield is as natural as breathing; the two go together like peanut butter and jelly. While many hunter/ pooch duos will chase upland pursuits or waterfowl retrieves, one not-as-common opportunity exists where legal: fall turkey adventures get cranked up to a 10 […]
Why It Matters: The constitutional right to hunt and fish is officially on the ballot in Colorado this November. Should Amendment 83 pass, it will enshrine the right to hunt and fish for current and future generations of Coloradans and protect our traditions and heritage. It also preserves the state’s authority to manage wildlife using […]
Why It Matters: Dove season marks the beginning of another fall hunting season across much of the Midwest. As sportsmen and women return afield, now is the time to review regulations, prepare equipment, and make plans for the many hunting opportunities ahead. Highlights: For sportsmen and women across the Midwest, September means fall hunting season […]