On Tuesday, September 16, the Oregon House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee held a hearing to discuss numerous topics of interest to sportsmen, including lead ammunition, predator management, hatcheries, forest health, and increases to hunting and fishing license fees. Officials from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) testified on the agency’s recent lead …
Oregon House Committee Holds Hearing on Sportsmen’s Issues Read More »
On September 12, eight leaders from the recreational fishing community, including Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) President Jeff Crane, provided comments to the Assistant Administrator for Fisheries of the National Marine Fisheries Service on their proposed draft national saltwater recreational fishing policy and applauding the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for working towards developing such …
Recreational Fishing Community Submits Comments, Praises NOAA Direction Read More »
On September 10, 65 members of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC), and hundreds of representatives of the sportsmen’s community were welcomed in downtown Washington, D.C. for the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation’s (CSF) 25th Annual Banquet & Auction. As CSF’s largest annual event, this year uniquely showcased the 25th Anniversary of CSF and the CSC, as well …
CSF Celebrates 25th Anniversary at Annual Banquet & Auction Read More »
The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) partnered with American Legacy Firearms to create a special-edition firearm to celebrate CSF’s 25th Anniversary. This unique Ithaca Featherlight 20-gauge is engraved with images of hunting and angling and features 24kt gold plating. Only 250 of these firearms will be made. As part of their support, American Legacy Firearms is …
American Legacy Firearms Presents CSF 25th Anniversary Shotgun Read More »
On Friday, August 29, in a win for sportsmen and women, the California Assembly failed to pass SB 53, legislation that would have required retailers to collect customers’ personal information and submit it to the California Department of Justice after each ammunition transaction occurring in the state. Prior to being amended late in the legislative …
Ammo Registration Bill Dies in California Assembly Read More »
The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) recently hosted a booth at the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) 2014 Legislative Summit in Minneapolis, MN. NCSL is a bipartisan group of state legislators from around the country that works to assist state legislatures in developing and sharing policies and information in order to promote legislative efficiency and …
National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses Represented at Annual Legislative Summit Read More »
In conjunction with the 25th Annual Banquet & Auction, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) is releasing the live auction guide to give attendees the opportunity to check out the items before the evening of September 10, and to allow for ghost bids. Don’t miss your opportunity to bid on hunting and fishing trips, high-end firearms, …
Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation 25th Annual Live Auction Guide Released Read More »
On August 27, the Michigan House of Representatives affirmed its commitment to professional fish and wildlife management by approving the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act (SFWCA) with a vote of 65-43. This action was preceded by Senate approval on August 13, meaning the SFWCA will now become law. Michigan Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives …
Michigan Legislature Protects Future of Professional Fish and Wildlife Management Read More »
Efforts led by the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) over the last two years in Michigan have put the state’s ability to properly manage its natural resources at risk. Thankfully, those from Michigan’s sportsmen’s community and the Michigan Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus have joined forces to combat HSUS’s objective of stripping the Natural Resource …
In June, the California Assembly’s Public Safety Committee voted to pass SB 53, anti-sportsman legislation that would establish a new government-run permitting system to regulate the purchase and sale of ammunition in the state. Now, SB 53 has moved to the Assembly Floor where it could be called up for a vote at any time. …
LEGISLATIVE ALERT: Anti-Sportsman Legislation Awaiting Vote in California Read More »
Following is an editorial written by Representative Herb Frierson, Member of the Mississippi Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus: As an avid Mississippi Gulf Coast recreational angler, I’m dismayed that we’ve allowed red snapper management in the Gulf of Mexico to become so convoluted and polarized. Amendment 40, also known as “sector separation,” currently before the Gulf Council …
Red Snapper Fishery – A Legislator’s Case for State Management Read More »
In June, the California Assembly’s Public Safety Committee voted to pass SB 53, anti-sportsman legislation that would establish a new government-run permitting system to regulate the purchase and sale of ammunition in the state. Now, SB 53 has moved to the Assembly Floor where it could be called up for a vote at any time. …
Anti-Sportsman Legislation Awaiting Vote in California Read More »
The Michigan Senate, led by the Michigan Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus, displayed their commitment to conservation yesterday by approving the Scientific Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act (SFWCA). This citizen-initiated law is a result of the collective efforts of the Michigan sportsmen’s community to silence the emotional stirrings created by the Humane Society of the United States …
Fate of Michigan’s Continued Science-based Wildlife Management Rests in House’s Hands Read More »
The Executive Council of the National Assembly of Sportsmen’s Caucuses (NASC) held their mid-year meeting August 7 in Seward, Alaska. The meeting focused on NASC programmatic changes and progress for the 2014 calendar year as well as sportsmen-related state and federal issues, the upcoming NASC Annual Meeting, and how the NASC can continue to grow …
On Thursday, July 31, members of the Nevada Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus gathered at the Clark County Shooting Complex in Las Vegas for an evening of camaraderie, dinner and trap shooting. Prior to shooting, members of Nevada’s sportsmen’s community had an opportunity to interact with legislators and discuss issues of importance to hunters, anglers, recreational shooters, …
Nevada Legislators Gather in Las Vegas to Celebrate State’s Outdoor Heritage Read More »
On Tuesday, July 29, the Washington Senate Committee on Environment and Natural Resources held a hearing on the recent settlement reached between the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW) and the Wild Fish Conservancy over Puget Sound hatchery steelhead. The hearing featured a strong turnout from Washington’s recreational angling community, with representatives from recreational …
Puget Sound Hatchery Settlement Receives Hearing Read More »
On August 5, nearly 220 recreational shooters, both beginner and experienced, joined the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) for the annual “August Recess Shoot-Out” competition at Prince George’s County Trap and Skeet Center in Glenn Dale, Maryland. The August Recess Shoot-Out brings congressional staff together with the recreational shooting community to enjoy a fun and educational …
August Recess Draws Hundreds to Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation Shoot-Out Read More »
Please see below for an action alert sent out by Washington Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Chair Sen. Pam Roach and Washington Senate Natural Resources & Parks Committee Chair Sen. Kirk Pearson on the recent settlement between the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and the Wild Fish Conservancy regarding the release of hatchery steelhead in the …
Action Alert: Show Your Support for Recreational Angling and Hatchery Steelhead Read More »
Recently, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), along with 16 other organizations and individuals, filed a petition requesting that the Department of Interior ban the use of traditional ammunition made with lead components and require that only the use of alternative ammunition made with metals be permitted on lands managed by the National …
Anti-Hunting Groups Petition for Non-Science-Based Ban on Traditional Ammo Read More »
On Tuesday, August 5, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) will host the annual August Recess Shoot-Out. This event brings industry leaders, conservation groups and likeminded sportsmen and women together with Capitol Hill staff to enjoy a day of camaraderie on the shooting range. For more information, please contact PJ Carleton at (202) 543-6850 x22 or …
Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation to Host August Recess Shoot-Out Read More »
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