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New Jersey Governor Bans Bear Hunting on State-Owned Lands

A bear hunting ban was implemented on state-owned land by New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, even though the state’s growing bear population is one of the healthiest in the Nation.

E-Commerce Firm Paves Way to Private-Land Access

Gaining access to private property, especially in hunter-dense areas, can be challenging, expensive or both. But thanks to a new e-commerce initiative, hunters may find private land more accessible than previously imagined.

How to Use Topo Maps to Find Public-Land Gobblers

Mapping routes to hunting spots can be accomplished in the palm of your hand with modern cell phones. However, what most of those images don’t show—topographic lines—may prove to be the most useful information at your disposal.

Want Permission to Hunt Private Land? Write a Hunting Resume

Obtaining permission to hunt private property can be challenging, but landowners may be more inclined to grant access if you show them your hunting resume.

Know-How: Find Public Land Hotspots

Public land can offer some of the best hunting, but you wouldn’t know it without doing some research. Look for these four features to find your new hotspot.

USFWS Expands Hunting and Fishing on 10 National Wildlife Refuges

Continuing its effort to improve public land access for hunters, the USFWS has announced that it will open or expand hunting and fishing opportunities on 60,000 acres across 10 national wildlife refuges.

Zinke Signs Secretarial Order to Expand Land Access and Enhance Conservation

Continuing the DOI’s efforts to enhance conservation stewardship, the order seeks to improve wildlife management and conservation, increase access to public lands for hunting, shooting and fishing and puts a greater emphasis on promoting outdoor activities among youth, veterans and minority communities.

Unconventional Hunting Hotspots

Searching for a place to hunt this fall? Here are some suggestions.

How to Tap Into Private Lands for Public Hunting

Need a place to hunt? Don’t overlook the increasing number of states now offering private-land-access programs for hunters.

NRA's Handy Hunter/Landowner Permission Slips Keep You Ready on the Spot

You never know when you’ll stumble across an opportunity to pick up a new tract of private hunting ground. Why not keep a few extra NRA permission slips on hand for just such an occasion?

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