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Why it matters: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) is the top federal agency dedicated to conserving our nation’s fish, wildlife, and their associated habitats. FWS supports more than 2.4 million hunting related visits and 7.3 million fishing visits annually, making the agency one of the most important federal land management agencies for sportsmen and…

Why It Matters: Oregon’s law-abiding hunters and shooters have long played a vital role in funding conservation and wildlife management efforts throughout the state. Under the American System of Conservation Funding (ASCF), a unique “user pays – public benefits” structure, Oregon’s sportsmen and women generate tens of millions of dollars each year for the Oregon…

Why It Matters: Sportsmen and women, as well as outdoor gear manufacturers and retailers, are responsible for funding state fish and wildlife management agencies through license sales and excise taxes on outdoor goods. Visiting a sporting goods store in preparation for your favorite season benefits not only hunters and anglers, but fish and game, as…

Why It Matters: A recently discovered but little-known species of whale, called the Rice’s whale, in the northern Gulf of Mexico, is considered endangered and in need of protection. However, before the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) can even establish a plan and options to aid in the species recovery, they have been petitioned, with…

Why It Matters: As an avid sportsman, Senator Shane Wilkin is dedicated to protecting and advancing Ohio’s outdoor sporting traditions. Senator Wilkin is a member of the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, and it is critical to have pro-sportsmen representation on this key committee for issues impacting hunters, anglers, trappers, and recreational shooters. Highlights:…

Washington, D.C. – The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) is proud to announce the return of its Summer Webinar Series. The series kicks off on June 29 with four informative webinars taking place throughout the summer, culminating in a final webinar on September 21 in honor of National Hunting and Fishing Day.