(September 11, 2025) – Washington, D.C. – Last night, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) hosted its 36th Annual Banquet & Auction, honoring the bipartisan leadership of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus (CSC) and its continued commitment to protecting America’s sporting traditions and conservation heritage.
For decades, CSF’s Annual Banquet and Auction has provided an unmatched opportunity for industry leaders and conservation partners to unite with the very policymakers that are championing hunting, angling, trapping, and recreational shooting issues on Capitol Hill. The Banquet welcomed Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle, including bipartisan CSC Leaders: Senator Angus King Jr. (ME), Representative Bruce Westerman (AR), Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA), Representative August Pfluger (TX), and Representative Troy Carter (LA). Also in attendance at the Banquet were special guests: Johnny Morris (Bass Pro Shops), Richard Childress (Richard Childress Racing), and Deputy Secretary of the Interior Kate MacGregor.
With over 225 Members representing both the House and Senate, the CSC remains one of the most influential bipartisan caucuses in Congress. Throughout 2025, the CSC has continued to drive forward pro-conservation, pro-sportsmen legislation, resulting in the wins such as the House passage of the MAPWaters Act, the SHARKED Act, the Fix Our Forests Act, and much more. Their efforts reflect a steadfast commitment to America’s 55 million sportsmen and women who depend on sound conservation policy to continue to do what they are passionate about.
“Now in its 36th year, the Annual Banquet has grown into far more than a celebration – it’s the single largest gathering of pro-sportsmen legislators and conservation leaders on Capitol Hill,” said CSF President and CEO Jeff Crane. “This event serves as a critical touchpoint for building relationships, reflecting on policy wins, and aligning our goals for the future. We are truly grateful to the partners and sponsors that help make this event happen.”
CSF extends deep appreciation to our Mission Partners and the Sponsors who made the 36th Annual Banquet a success. Title Sponsors: Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s, National Shooting Sports Foundation, Outdoor Sportsman Group, Richard Childress Racing, and the Wild Sheep Foundation. Host Sponsors: Dallas Safari Club, Double Eagle, Ducks Unlimited, Grab A Gun, GunBroker, Hornady Manufacturing Company, International Order of T. Roosevelt, Izaak Walton League of America – Cypress Chapter, MVP Robotics, Safari Club International, Scheels, Shimano, Silencer Central, Silencer Shop, The Kinetic Group and Valero.
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