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August 17, 2017

American Wildlife Conservation Partners Meet to Discuss Hunting, Conservation Policies

Representatives from organizations within the American Wildlife Conservation Partners (AWCP), a network of 47 of the nation’s leading wildlife conservation groups, gathered this week outside San Antonio, Texas, to collaborate on policy priorities that ensure professional, science-based wildlife management in the future. The meeting focused on coordinating implementation of policy recommendations from, “Wildlife for the…

August 17, 2017

Ohio: DNR signs MOU with American Electric Power for Large Land Acquisition

On August 9, the Ohio Department of Natural Resources announced that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with American Electric Power (AEP) to begin negotiating for the purchase of a large part of AEP’s ReCreation Land property in southeastern Ohio. Comprised of approximately 58,800 acres of Guernsey, Morgan, Muskingum, and Noble counties, AEP’s ReCreation…

August 17, 2017

Washington: CSF Hosts Western Policy Forum

On August 14, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) hosted a half-day policy forum and reception in Tacoma, Washington. The event preceded the Council of State Governments (CSG) West Meeting in Tacoma the same week and featured western state legislators, sportsmen’s representatives, and outdoor industry partners covering sportsmen’s policy issues. The policy forum featured presentations on…

August 17, 2017

Wisconsin: Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus Hosts “Learn-to-Fish” Day for Kids

On August 15, the Wisconsin Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus hosted their inaugural “Learn-to-Fish” Day at Okauchee Lake in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. The Caucus partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, numerous sportsmen’s groups, and community organizations to introduce attendees to fishing. Volunteers from the Wisconsin Conservation Congress, Ducks Unlimited, the Sportsmen’s Caucus, local fishing clubs, and…

August 17, 2017

A Compelling Tenure: Privileges as a CSF Policy Fellow

By Emily George, Policy Fellow, Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation As I progress in my profession, I am realizing that renowned knowledge involves things outside of the classroom or frequently visited campus library. It involves experiences, relationships, and a passion for the field that impels our aspirations. All of these contribute to the greater understanding of our interests….

August 14, 2017

Industry Legends Collaborate for Auction Prize Package Supporting CSF

Three legendary, family-owned, American companies join forces to support the common goal of furthering the shooting and hunting sports.  Hornady Manufacturing Co., Leupold & Stevens, and Nosler combine to offer an amazing prize package that will be auctioned off to support the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF), a non-profit organization that works with Congress, governors, and…