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Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist – An Illustrated Biography

General (Ret.) H. Norman Schwarzkopf: “Theodore Roosevelt lives and breathes in this unique biography, which richly chronicles his exceptional outdoor life and adventures. As a dedicated sportsman and enthusiast of firearms and the shooting sports, TR set the perfect standard of behavior for his contemporaries, and for future generations. All Americans are fortunate to have such an exemplary, productive and multi-faceted life—as captured in this book—revealing of the many and varied ways that natural wonders—and fine guns—can be experienced, and appreciated.”

Boone and Crockett Club

MISSOULA, Mont.— -(AmmoLand.com)- “Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist” is a fantastic book for the modern hunter or contemporary conservationist and a must have work of non-fiction that describes in detail the guns, gear and adventures of our 26th president.

Authored by acclaimed, widely published historian R.L. Wilson with insights from director and screenwriter John Milius. Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist is 10-3/4″ by 10 inches book with 312 painstakingly researched pages. The book includes over 200 color and B&W images from archives at Boone and Crockett, Harvard University, the Library of Congress, Sagamore Hill National Historic Site and the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace Historic Site.

Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist

This richly detailed book is a fascinating read and will become a treasured addition to any hunter, outsdoorsmen’s, or gun collector’s library.

Theodore Roosevelt Hunter – Conservationist, new from the Boone and Crockett Club, is a sweeping view of the outdoor life of the rancher, explorer, soldier, statesman, author, 26th President of the United States—and hero to hunters and conservationists worldwide.

“Most big game hunters know that TR founded the Boone and Crockett Club, but many do not fully appreciate his broad, unrivaled influences on hunting and conservation today. His stewardship, sportsmanship and leadership remain the standard of excellence and responsibility,” said Julie Houk, director of publications for the Boone & Crockett Club.

Author: R.L. Wilson

Roosevelt the Hunter Author: R.L. Wilson

Is the author of over 48 books and more than 325 articles, auction catalogues, book introductions and monographs, Wilson’s career in the world of history, art, firearms and hunting began with internships while an undergraduate at Carleton College (Northfield, MN), at the Corcoran Gallery of Art (Washington, D.C.), the Royal Armouries, H.M. Tower of London, and the Wadsworth Atheneum (Hartford, CT).

He was appointed the Atheneum’s Curator of Firearms at the age of 23. Wilson’s research and writing have led to innumerable trips worldwide, including nine expeditions to Africa (the first in 1970).

Among his published works are four official company histories: Colt, Winchester, Ruger and Beretta. More than a dozen of his titles have been published by Random House, Simon & Schuster, Abbeville Press, Crown, and Ballantine. Several of his works are also in French, German and Italian, and six of his books were done in collaboration with renowned photographer, author and adventurer, Peter Beard. The Colt Heritage: The Official History of Colt Firearms, is the only firearms-related book ever nominated for the American Book Award, publishing’s equivalent of an Oscar.

Wilson is a professional member of the Boone and Crockett Club, and was co-executive producer-with the Hon. William E. Simon-of the hunting and conservation documentary film, “In the Blood.” In 2004 Wilson received the coveted “Jack Slack Writer of the Year” award, from Leupold & Stevens, as well as the “Sport Shooting Ambassador” award from the World Forum on the Future of Sport Shooting Activities.

Michael Korda, author of Ike and Ulysses S. Grant: “…a book that everybody who is interested in hunting, conservation, historic firearms, and TR himself should own and will enjoy, and further proof of R.L. Wilson’s unique place as a scholar, historian, firearms expert, and writer of vision about the American landscape and its wildlife, and the importance of preserving them both.”

Theodore Roosevelt Hunter-Conservationist – An Illustrated Biography the book:
A paperback edition, $39.95, is available in stores or directly from the Boone and Crockett Club.

“Get the hard cover because this book is awesome!” – AmmoLand.com

The Boone and Crockett Club is releasing 1,000 copies of a signed, numbered, hardcover with dust jacket. This lavish, limited edition is not available in stores. The cost is $99.95 ($79.95 for B&C Members) and is well worth it as this is a book you will treasure for a great many years.

Order at www.Boone-Crockett.org or by calling 888-840-4868.

About the Boone and Crockett Club
Founded by Theodore Roosevelt in 1887, the Boone and Crockett Club promotes guardianship and visionary management of big game and associated wildlife in North America. The Club maintains the highest standards of fair-chase sportsmanship and habitat stewardship. Member accomplishments include protecting Yellowstone and establishing Glacier and Denali national parks, founding the National Forest Service, National Park Service and National Wildlife Refuge System, fostering the Pittman-Robertson and Lacey Acts, creating the Federal Duck Stamp program, and developing the cornerstones of modern game laws. The Boone and Crockett Club is headquartered in Missoula, Mont. For details, visit www.booneandcrockettclub.com.

Douglas Brinkley, professor of history, Rice University and author of The Wilderness Warrior: Theodore Roosevelt and the Crusade for America: “Historian R.L. Wilson has done a fine job presenting Theodore Roosevelt as our nation’s great conservationist. Using TR’s hunting adventures as his guiding light, Wilson offers the reader a fresh window into what made our 26th President tick.”

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From the Kentucky Game Commissioner’s Desk

Kentucky Elk

Kentucky Department Fish Wildlife

Kentucky - -(AmmoLand.com)- Well, we have made it through another year with our skin (mostly) intact!

It’s not nearly often enough that I convey to each of you how much I appreciate all that you do for the fish and wildlife resources of the Commonwealth and for the outdoor enthusiasts that enjoy them. I am truly proud to lead such a talented group of individuals who share my same passion for the great outdoors. Our department is nationally recognized as one of the few that consistently rises to the occasion when it comes to taking care of our resources, our customers, our citizens, and our employees.

I attribute these accolades to the hard work that each and every one of you do on a daily basis. Conservation officers, biologists, grant specialists, technicians, engineers, administrative specialists, accountants, outdoor writers, information specialists, directors, program coordinators, and yes, even deputy commissioners all keep our organization functioning in a manner that is second to none.

In the midst of a global recession, once again we have chosen not to rest on our past accomplishments but to continue to improve our resources and enhance opportunities for our customers. Our first bear season starts this Saturday – what a monumental achievement! Our public access program is accelerating rather than declining – this translates to more satisfied customers! We are stocking fish species that have been extirpated from Kentucky for years, and we remain THE destination for trophy trout, smallmouth, musky, and striped bass. We will shortly complete a milestone with our elk herd – 12 years, 10,000 animals, 1,000 permits.

Who ever thought we would have the 10th largest elk herd in the country? We continue to expand our partnerships to create opportunity for our customers at state parks, national forests, Corps of Engineers lands, and on private property. This expansion of partnerships also means that we leverage more of the sportsman’s dollar to give back more than we receive. Even in a time of economic turmoil, when many of our conservation partners that depend on fundraising are suffering, our relationship with them has never been better. We will strive to assist them in every way possible, just as they would do for us.

I mention all of this because I am proud of all that we have accomplished, but I would be remiss if I didn’t point out that we continue to function at the highest level without spending more than we take in. Our budget has remained balanced over the past five years, and with some aggressive marketing to recruit and retain customers, we will remain fiscally sound into the foreseeable future.

You all continue to do more with less; you guard your budget allotments like a jealous bulldog; and you leave the woodpile bigger than you found it. For that, I am truly thankful!

As we move into the New Year, we and our fellow state employees will face challenges that many will say are insurmountable.

I would tell those that feel that way: “You haven’t met my folks at KDFWR yet!”

We will meet our obstacles of customer recruitment, funding, expanding access, user conflict, and legislative challenges with the professionalism and determination that I see from each of you on a daily basis.

In the immortal words of the great conservationist and our 26th president Theodore Roosevelt: “Far better is it to dare mighty things, to win glorious triumphs, even though checkered by failure… than to rank with those poor spirits who neither enjoy nor suffer much, because they live in a gray twilight that knows not victory nor defeat.“

My friends: continue to dare mighty things, as you have in the past and we will continue to turn our past accomplishments into even greater successes in the future. Happy holidays to each of you and your families!

About:
The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources manages, regulates, enforces and promotes responsible use of all fish and wildlife species, their habitats, public wildlife areas and waterways for the benefit of those resources and for public enjoyment. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, an agency of the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, has an economic impact to the state of $4.5 billion annually. For more information on Kentucky Fish and Wildlife, visit our web site at fw.ky.gov.

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