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Sportsmen Mobilize to Stop Transfer and Sale of Public Lands
Sportsmen’s groups and industry members have launched an aggressive new campaign to rally against efforts by special interests to transfer or sell America’s federal public lands.
RMEF Closes 2014 with a Bang: 10,000+ More Acres Protected, Conserved
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is pleased to announce that it has closed the deal on seven different land projects in four states that permanently protect and conserve 10,565 acres of elk habitat.
Historical Museum Accepts Items from Family of Michigan’s First State Forester
The Michigan Historical Museum has accepted a valuable collection of objects belonging to Marcus Schaaf, a leading figure in the development and management of the state’s reforestation program.
Upper Cumberland Chapter of Quail Forever Forms to Revive State Bird in Tennessee
Tennessee residents are making a positive impact for wildlife habitat conservation with the formation of the state’s newest Quail Forever chapter.
California Capital Conservationists Form New Quail Forever Chapter
Upland bird hunters in California have expanded conservation efforts of “The Habitat Organization” into the state’s capital.
New Quail Forever Chapter Forms for Flint Hills Bobs
Quail hunters from east-central Kansas have formed the newest chapter of Quail Forever.
TRCP Welcomes Four New Board Members
The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership announced today that Rod Nelson, Eric Schwaab, George Thornton and Paul Vigano have joined the TRCP board of directors.
South Dakota’s Elk Management Plan Still Available for Review
The SDGFP’s Division of Wildlife released the draft five-year elk management plan with a request for comments to be submitted by Jan. 5, 2015, however, that deadline has now been extended to Feb. 6.
Batchelder Tapped for Head Game Warden Position in Vermont
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department has announced that Lt. Jason Batchelder has been named the new director of fish and wildlife law enforcement.
Two of Three Wild-Hatched Condors Have Fledged in Northern Arizona and Southern Utah
The AZGFD has announced that program biologists from The Peregrine Fund and Zion National Park have confirmed that two California condors have left their nests and taken flight in northern Arizona.
Clean Bird Feeders Help Keep Birds Healthy
The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department says it’s alright to put out those bird feeders now that Vermont’s black bears are sleeping in their dens for the winter.
William Rustem Announced as First Recipient of Thomas L. Washington Lifetime Award
The Michigan Natural Resources Commission last week presented a newly created award to William Rustem for his strong commitment to Michigan’s natural resources throughout a lifetime.
Delta Waterfowl’s Predator Management Adds Ducks to Fall Flight
Delta Waterfowl’s predator management work continues to show that managing predators on the prairie breeding grounds increases duck production.
Wisconsin’s Marilyn Vetter Elected to Pheasants Forever’s National Board of Directors
Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever announce Marilyn Vetter of New Richmond, Wis. has been elected to the organization’s National Board of Directors…
Oregon Fish and Wildlife Commission Approves Land Acquisitions in Willamette Valley
The Oregon FWC approved the acquisition of two parcels of land in the Willamette Valley that will provide important fish and wildlife habitat as well as outdoor recreation opportunities.
Week-Long Black Bear Hunt Starts Monday In North Jersey
It is expected that by Monday morning, more than 7,000 bear hunting permits will have been obtained by licensed hunters from New Jersey…
USGS Study Looks at Louisiana Black Bear Population
The bear species nicknamed “teddy” that inspired the iconic stuffed toy still popular today will likely survive at least another century, according to a new U.S. Geological Survey study.
New Jersey Eagle Population Grows – 2014 Annual Report Available
New Jersey’s eagle population continued to climb in 2014, to 156 pairs. The number of young broke the 200 mark, with 201 fledging from 145 known-outcome nests…
Former Michigan Oil & Gas President Frank Mortl Honored for Work towards Conservation
The Department of Natural Resources has honored former Michigan Oil and Gas Association president and CEO, Frank Mortl, with a Partners in Conservation Award.
Migratory Bird Conservation Commission Approves $28 Million to Conserve Waterfowl
The commission also recognized the contributions of Rep. John Dingell, who is retiring after an unprecedented 45 years of service as a member…
USA Ohio State AFL-CIO Dinners Help Fund Ashland University’s Studies Center
Ashland University’s new 1,200-square-foot Environmental Studies Center at the Black Fork Wetlands in Ashland, Ohio, is now ready for students to research wetlands first-hand.
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Wildlife Officer Receives National Award
AGFC wildlife officer Sgt. Scott Watkins recently received the prestigious Waterways Management Award presented by the National Association of State Boating Law Administration.
It’s Whooping Crane Time
Four adult whooping cranes were spotted on Oct. 28 at Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area in Barton County but were gone by the next day.
WAFWA Accepting Landowner Applicants for Lesser Prairie Chicken Conservation Efforts
The Western Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies is continuously accepting landowner applications for 5- and 10-year conservation contracts that will benefit lesser prairie-chickens.
Sitka Gear Pledges to Donate up to $20,000 to RMEF with Your Help
Sitka Gear is poised to make a donation of $20,000 to help solidify the future of elk hunting, conservation and land access.
Mike Rader Named Avian Conversationalist of the Year
Mike Rader, Wildlife Education Coordinator for KDWPT, was named Avian Conservationist of the Year by the Kansas Ornithological Society (KOS).
New Pheasants Forever Chapter Forms in Langlade County, Wisconsin
Coaches and participants from scholastic shooting teams across Langlade County have formed the newest chapter of Pheasants Forever.
Leupold Joins SCIF In Presenting First Ever Beretta Conservation Leadership Award
Leupold & Stevens, Inc. has joined the ranks of other outdoor industry leaders in support of the Inaugural Beretta Conservation Leadership Award Gala…
Top Deer Organizations all in Support of The National Deer Alliance
The National Deer Alliance is proud to announce that the three largest deer hunting and conservation organizations in the nation have now pledged their support to the NDA.
WDFW Lifts Fire Restrictions on Most Lands in Eastern Washington
WDFW has lifted restrictions on most department-managed lands in eastern Washington, where cooler temperatures and fall rains have reduced fire danger.
Founding Chapter Member Virgil Voigt Honored with Land Dedication in Minnesota
PF and the MNDNR recently dedicated a 112-acre addition to Rich Valley Wildlife Management Area near Hutchinson, Minn., in honor of the legend Dr. Virgil Voigt.
New Land Acquisition in Wisconsin Adds Access and Acres to Avon Bottoms Wildlife Area
The new 714-acre Wildlife Management Area in Rock County is the second largest land acquisition project completed by Pheasants Forever in Wisconsin.
Monarch Butterflies are in Trouble. What Can You Do? Plant Milkweed, Say Experts
According to the USFWS, Monarch butterflies are struggling with counts of the insects trending down so sharply that their migration is now under threat.
‘Hybrid’ Definition Amended
The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners today gave final approval to a measure that amends the definition of “hybrid” as it relates to migratory birds.
Game Lands Use Permit Tabled by Pennsylvania Game Commission
The Pennsylvania Board of Game Commissioners today tabled a proposal to create a permit that would be required for those who don’t hold a valid hunting or furtaker license…
