Pennsylvania

Home to roughly 2.2 million acres of forestland, the Keystone State provides an extravagant level of natural beauty, numerous natural mineral resources, and wonderful sporting opportunities. One of the original 13 colonies and home to the Constitutional Convention, Pennsylvania’s history spans from the birth of America to the Battle of Gettysburg and through the modern era. Consisting of 124 state and local parks, Pennsylvania provides a multitude of recreation and sportsmen and women’s activities that can be enjoyed year-round. Iconic species commonly targeted by Pennsylvania’s sportsmen include, but are not limited to, whitetail deer, wild turkey, a vibrant goose and pheasant population, a substantial elk presence, and massive black bears.

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Representative Matt Cartwright Senator Robert Casey Jr. Representative Mike Kelly Representative Scott Perry Representative Guy Reschenthaler Representative Glenn Thompson, Jr.

Pennsylvania Governors Sportsmen's Caucus Member

Governor Josh Shapiro

Pennsylvania Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus Leadership

Senator James Malone Representative Eddie Day Pashinski Senator Greg Rothman Representative Ryan Warner
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Pennsylvania Policy Briefs

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Straight-Walled Rifle Cartridges

Over the past decade, several states have introduced regulations allowing these cartridges, which provide effective, safe hunting options in densely populated zones. Straight-walled cartridges are… Read more.
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Modernizing Muzzleloader Definitions

While muzzleloading firearms, a historical method of hunting, remain popular in many states, technological advancements in these firearms—such as inline muzzleloaders, pelletized black powder substitutes,… Read more.

Pennsylvania Latest News

December 8, 2025

Removal of Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Purchasing Cap Heads to the Senate

Why It Matters: The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) is the Keystone State’s wildlife conservation experts and is entirely funded by sportsmen and women-generated dollars. Currently, the PGC has a purchasing cap of $400/acre for land, which in 2025, is extremely hard to come by – especially in more urban areas. House Bill 1811 seeks to…

October 20, 2025

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro Joins the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus

Why It Matters: One of the last lines of defense against attempts to undermine our time-honored outdoor traditions is located on a Governor’s desk. This is why the Governors Sportsmen’s Caucus (GSC) is a critical component of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation’s (CSF) three-pronged approach to our mission. By joining the GSC, Governor Josh Shapiro demonstrates…

September 15, 2025

Pennsylvania Celebrates National Hunting and Fishing Day

Why It Matters: National Hunting and Fishing Day (NHFD) brings together sportsmen and women to celebrate the rich traditions of hunting and fishing with national, state, regional, and local organizations hosting related events. Launched in 1971 by Congress, NHFD has consistently recognized hunters and anglers for their leadership in conservation. NHFD is observed and celebrated…

Impact You Can See

Legislatures in AL, AR, DE, GA, IL, KY, LA, MS, NH, NV, NY, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, UT, VT, and WV celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Sportfish Restoration Program and formally recognized the crucial role that sportsmen and women play in funding conservation efforts through the “user pays, public benefits” structure of the American System of Conservation Funding.

New Sunday hunting opportunities opened on nearly 30 million acres in CT and PA.