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Why Public Opinion of Hunting Matters

Despite its importance as a good food source, as a wildlife-management tool and as a crucial source of funding for conservation in the United States, hunting remains vulnerable to misinformation and negative attention from ill-informed media, which can encourage support for restrictive legislation. The hunting community must appeal to non-hunters through common goals, motivations and values if our pastime is to remain a fixture in American life.

The Biden Administration’s Backdoor Attack on Hunters

In the midst of all the executive orders and fast-moving gun-control legislation in Congress, some might be missing out on the fact that President Biden’s nominee for Secretary of the Interior—Rep. Debra Haaland—could be a disaster for hunters.

10 Tips for Hunting Public Land Bucks

While the word “public” conjures visions of overcrowded parking lots and sparse game, those of us hunting public land this fall actually have millions of acres to roam. Do your research, and use this 10-point plan to take advantage of the bountiful public resource.

Secretary Bernhardt Announces Historic Expansion of Hunting Opportunities on Public Lands

U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt announces the historic opening and expansion of over 850 hunting and fishing opportunities across more than 2.3 million acres.

Tips and Tactics for Hunting the West

For the hunter with courage, resourcefulness and a bit of skill, opportunities for hunting the West abound. Here’s how to begin turning your dreams into reality.

House of Representatives Passes Great American Outdoors Act

By an overwhelming vote of 310-107, the U.S. House of Representatives has approved the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), allocating funding for much-needed repairs of infrastructure on public lands.

Bernhardt Proposes Historic Expansion of Public Hunting, Fishing

Secretary of the Interior proposes new hunting and fishing opportunities on 2.3 million acres of public land.

6 Great Hunts You Can Afford Right Now

From DIY elk to whitetail culls, these are the affordable, fun, freezer-filling hunts you need to plan.

Colorado Expands Public Hunting Lands

The Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) Commission voted unanimously in July to approve a multi-year expansion of public hunting lands made available through the Public Access Program.

Trump Administration Expands Hunting Opportunities

Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt announced a new rule to expand access to hunting and fishing opportunities on more than 1.4 million acres of public lands across the country.

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