The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) is seeking a Director of Marketing and Development to create and implement the organization’s marketing and communications efforts.
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RSS feedPheasants Forever & Governor Dennis Daugaard to Make Major Announcement in SD
Pheasants Forever, joined by Governor Dennis Daugaard, will make a major announcement regarding the organization’s presence in South Dakota occurring in 2018.
Historic Pennsylvania Bull Elk On Display
Killed unlawfully in a 2014 poaching spree, one of the largest bull elk in Pennsylvania history is making its way back to the state’s elk range as part of a traveling display of exceptional elk.
Christy Plumer Joins TRCP as Chief Conservation Officer
Christy Plumer, former director for federal land programs and lead lobbyist for The Nature Conservancy, is joining the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership as the organization’s new chief…..
Volunteers Needed for Mule Deer Foundation Project Oct. 1-2 in Arizona
The Mule Deer Foundation’s Arizona Southwest Chapter is seeking volunteers Oct. 1-2 for a water distribution project at Date Creek Ranch, north of Wickenburg.
U.S. to Support Protections for Pangolins, African Grey Parrots & Chambered Nautilus
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Director Dan Ashe today said the United States will support increased protections for pangolins, African grey parrots and chambered nautilus, among other…..
New Study Provides Conversation Starter on Alternative Funding for Oregon DFW
Uncertain future trends in hunting and fishing participation have caused many agencies to begin to explore potential alternative sources of funding.
Nick Wiley Elected 2016-2017 President of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies
The membership of the Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies today elected Nick Wiley, executive director of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, as its new president during…..
Rice and Ducks Focus of New Bass Pro Shops at the Memphis Pyramid Display
Visitors to the Bass Pro Shops at the Memphis Pyramid can learn more about U.S. grown rice and its importance to waterfowl starting this week.
Utah: Another Great Chukar Hunt, General Season Opens Sept. 24
Plenty of chukar partridge will be available in Utah this fall. The general hunt starts Sept. 24.
Senate Passes Water Resources Development Act with Boost for Fish Habitat
The U.S. Senate has passed the Water Resources Development Act of 2016, which contains provisions to benefit fish and wildlife habitat and water quality in some of America’s most iconic places.
Utah: Apply for a Cougar Hunting Permit
If you want to hunt cougars on a limited-entry unit in Utah, you need to get your application in soon.
Georgia Plant Conservation Network Earns National Award
For 21 years, the Georgia Plant Conservation Alliance has helped conserve Georgia’s rare plants. This week, that legacy of work and leadership landed a rare honor.
America’s Rarest Species Receive $44.8 Million Investment Under ESA Grants Program
In addition to providing regulatory protections that have successfully prevented the extinction of hundreds of species, the Endangered Species Act (ESA) also provides millions of dollars in…..
AFWA Honors its 2016 Annual Awards Recipients
The Association of Fish & Wildlife Agencies (AFWA) recognized four individuals, three state agencies and one private landowner for their dedication to advancing fish and wildlife conservation…..
Michigan: Suspect Deer for Chronic Wasting Disease Identified in Ingham County
Since May 2015, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources has been actively conducting surveillance for chronic wasting disease (CWD).
NJOA Refutes Irresponsible Journalism on Wharton
We at the New Jersey Outdoor Alliance (NJOA) would like to address errors and omissions in the recent NJ Spotlight article “Conservationists Fear Off- Roaders Will Damage N.J. Pinelands,” by…..
Poachers Fined for Illegally Taking Abalone in Southern California
Two Southern California men have been convicted and fined for abalone poaching and other resource crimes, stemming from a September 2015 California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW)…..
Michigan DNR’s New Web-based Map Displays Inland Lake Habitat Information
The tool is ideal for those interested in learning more about habitat conditions in an individual lake or how habitat conditions vary among lakes in the state.
CDFW to Host “Bear Aware” Community Meeting in Pine Mountain Club
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) will conduct a public workshop on “Living Responsibly with Wildlife” on Thursday, Sept. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Pine Mountain Club Clubhouse…..
Opportunities for Small Game Hunting Abundant in Michigan This Fall
A base license, which allows hunters to hunt small game, can be purchased online at E-License or anywhere licenses are sold.
2016 National Hunting and Fishing Day Live It! Grant Recipients Announced
Today, Wonders of Wildlife, organizers of National Hunting and Fishing Day, announced the 2016 National Hunting and Fishing Day Live It! grants.
South Dakota: Custer State Park to Host Annual Buffalo Roundup and Arts Festival
The Buffalo Roundup begins at 9:30 a.m. MDT on Friday, Sept. 30. The Arts Festival will run from Thursday, Sept. 29, through Saturday, Oct. 1.
Record Number of Acres Treated with Prescribed Fire
The Pennsylvania Game Commission is burning its way toward 10,000 acres of better wildlife habitat.
Celebrate Michigan Trails Week Sept. 17-24
With more than 12,500 miles of state-designated trails that connect communities, provide health and economic benefits, and attract outdoor enthusiasts, it’s no wonder Michigan is known as “The…..
RMEF Promotes Henning to Chief Conservation Officer
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is pleased to announce the promotion of Blake Henning to the newly created position of chief conservation officer.
Minnesota Artist James Hautman Takes Top Honors in 2016 Federal Duck Stamp Contest
James Hautman, an artist from Chaska, Minn., is the winner of the 2016 Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest.
Meeting Animal Rights with Facts for Grouse Shooting Debate
One of the absolutely predictable aspects of political life is that animal rights activists will campaign for things to be banned, and that those campaigns will be based on their prejudice.
New Chapter, Same Mission: Volunteers “Covey Up” for Quail Forever in Topeka
Committee volunteers are focusing their efforts on public/private land habitat improvements throughout the region.
Georgia: State Meeting Expands Prescribed Fire Impact
The Georgia Prescribed Fire Council will explore the vital role of prescribed burning done right at its annual meeting Sept. 29 in Tifton.
DSCF Grant Supports K9 Anti-Poaching Unit
DSC and DSC Foundation (DSCF) grants are once again going directly to funding conservation and anti-poaching activities for wildlife.
Kansas: Lovewell State Park 3D Shoot and Free Park Entrance Day Sept. 11
Lovewell State Park, in Jewell County, is sponsoring a 3D archery shoot on Sunday, Sept 11.
Kansas Wetlands Education Center To Host Butterfly Festival
The Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC), 592 NE K156 Hwy, Great Bend, will host a Butterfly Festival from 9 a.m. to noon on Sept. 17.
Arkansas: Squirrel Cook Off coming Sept. 10 at Bentonville
The cook off will be held 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sept. 10, on the Bentonville Square. Joe Wilson, the mastermind and founder of the contest, says the event pretty much takes over downtown.
Arkansas: AGFC Range Excellent Venue to Hone Shooting Skills
Aside from being the kickoff to hunting season, the dove opener is always a wake-up call for hunters who haven’t practiced before going afield.
Alabama: Vote Yes on Amendment 2
Alabamians have a chance on Nov. 8 to ensure all the funds earned at the parks will stay with the parks.
Pennsylvania: Vote for Your Favorite Big Buck
The five finalists among August submissions to the Big-Buck Trail Cam Contest are on display at the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s Facebook page.
Court Shoots Down Illegal Attack on Hunting
Hunters and taxidermists obtained a victory this week when a federal judge struck down New Jersey’s ban on trophy importation.
Trip Planning Tools Reveal the Best Places for Fall Color in Minnesota
Whether searching for activities weeks in advance or an hour in advance, make use of the Fall Color Finder, a trip-planning tool on the Department of Natural Resources webpage…..
More Than $33 Million in Funding Approved to Protect Waterfowl and Other Bird Species
The Migratory Bird Conservation Commission today approved $33.2 million in funding for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and its partners to purchase, lease or otherwise conserve more than…..
