Why It Matters: Hunter recruitment, retention, and reactivation (R3) remains a key focus of state fish and wildlife agencies and hunters alike. Hunters are the primary funders of science-based wildlife management through the purchase of sporting licenses, which is the backbone of the “user pays – public benefits” structure that is the American System of […]
Why It Matters: Recreational shooters are an important part of America’s sporting community and play a critical role in conservation funding through the Pittman-Robertson Act. President Trump’s recognition of National Shooting Sports Month offers an opportunity to acknowledge both America’s shooting traditions and the conservation benefits generated by those who participate in them. Highlights: Earlier […]
Why It Matters: The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is currently soliciting public feedback on a large packet of hunting rule proposals that will shape the 2027-2029 seasons for deer, elk, moose, waterfowl, upland birds, small game, carnivores, and hunting methods. This three-year season-setting process provides a critical opportunity for sportsmen and women […]
Why It Matters: The Public Trust Doctrine establishes that wildlife resources are owned by the public and are to be managed by government agencies for the benefit of the public. This key principle is a core tenant of the North American Model of Wildlife Conservation which is widely renowned as the most successful model of […]
Why it Matters: With the fall weather approaching, many deer hunters are starting to dial in their equipment and scout out their hunting spots. One important factor hunters should take into account, while scouting new hunting spots, is potential Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) restrictions or other management considerations. The Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) recommends accessing […]
Why It Matters: The long-term success of conservation depends on engaging the next generation of sportsmen and women. Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) supports policies and initiatives that promote recruitment, retention, and reactivation (R3), strengthen hunter and angler education programs, and remove barriers to youth participation to help ensure conservation funding, wildlife management, and outdoor traditions […]