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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Ducks Unlimited Turns 72!

Memphis, Tennessee - Ducks Unlimited hatched from the minds of waterfowl hunters 72 years ago today and continues to conserve habitat for waterfowl and other wildlife. The organization's goals have remained the same over the years and the vision of wetlands sufficient to fill the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow and forever echoes across the continent from the bottomland hardwoods of the Mississippi River to California's Central Valley.

"Ducks Unlimited is very proud of our history as the leader in wetland conservation and our waterfowl hunting heritage," said Don Young, DU executive vice-president. "The on-the-ground effort from volunteers and staff during the last 72 years has greatly influenced the way the entire continent views conservation. That is one of our greatest accomplishments and we aim to continue to put all our efforts into conservation, including how conservation decisions are made in the state and federal legislative arena."

DU began during the "Dust Bowl" era when habitat conditions seemed bleak to those who were beginning to take notice. Before the Federal Duck Stamps and hunting licenses, DU members used the "Duk-a-nickel" program, among many others, to give back to waterfowl habitat and conserve a resource they understood needed protection. The organization has blossomed into the model of hunter-based conservation organizations hosting more than 4,500 fundraising events annually with 3,500 chapters nationwide.

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Arizona Deadline to apply for elk or antelope hunting permits is Feb. 10

PHOENIX - Hunters applying for a hunt permit-tag for elk or pronghorn antelope this year need to have their applications submitted to the Arizona Game and Fish Department no later than Tuesday, February 10 by 7 p.m. (MST); postmarks do not count. Hunters are reminded there is no online application process.

The 2009 Arizona Pronghorn Antelope and Elk Hunt Draw Information regulations booklet and hunt permit-tag application forms are all available at all license dealers, department offices, or can be downloaded from www.azgfd.gov/draw.

To assist customers and reduce errors, a PDF application form can be filled out using a computer and keyboard, but must be printed, signed and submitted (along with the correct fees by check or money order) by mail, or by delivery to any department office. The form can also be printed and filled out using an ink pen.

A 2009 hunting license is required to apply. Department officials encourage hunters to get their license before applying for an elk or antelope hunt permit-tag if they wish to do any other hunting in early 2009. Licenses purchased through the draw process will not be mailed out until April 24, 2009, regardless of application success. 

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus Announces Senate Leadership

(Washington, DC) - Hunters, anglers, and conservationists across the country will have strong bi-partisan legislative support in the United States Senate on issues important to America's outdoor and sporting heritage during the 111th Congress. Senators Ben Nelson (D-NE) and Mike Crapo (R-ID) have been chosen to serve as co-chairs and lead the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus in the United States Senate.

"I grew up hunting and fishing and as an elected official, I have a tremendous opportunity to advocate these traditions in the halls of Congress. As co-chair of the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus, I look forward to working with my fellow sportsmen on Capitol Hill to advance the interests of hunters, anglers and conservationists who continue to enjoy the time honored American tradition of enjoying the outdoors," said Senator Nelson.

"It's a wonderful honor to serve as Co-Chair of the Sportsmen's Caucus. We have always stood firm for hunters and anglers, and I'm confident we will continue the successful track record," said Senator Crapo.

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

North Carolinian wins Friends of NRA National Survey Prize

FAIRFAX, Va.- The Friends of NRA held it's 4th Annual National Survey during 2008.  The prize of a Ruger Signature Series Mark I .22 went to Mr. Jamie O. Reece from Aberdeen, North Carolina.  Mr. Reece's name was chosen from over 500 hundred submitted surveys.

Friends of NRA is an exciting grassroots fund-raising program that fosters community involvement, raises money and gives 100% of the net proceeds to qualified local, state, and national programs. For the fourth year in a row, community members have been eligible to fill out surveys by attending a Friends of NRA Banquet. The Friends of NRA banquet is a grassroots event that supports thousands of community services related, but not limited to, firearm education, hunter safety, wildlife conservation, range improvements, youth marksmanship, and law enforcement, among others. 

The Friends of NRA National Survey asks questions regarding attendees' recent experiences at their local Friends of NRA Banquet or Event.  The Survey provides the NRA with feedback on Friends of NRA events to better cater to your community in the future.  To participate in this year's contest, attend a Friends of NRA Banquet in your area, fill out the Survey, and become eligible to win a Ruger Signature Series Mark I 22. The contest deadline for this year is November 30, 2009.

For additional information on the 2009 Friends of NRA Survey please call 1-800-672-3888, ext. 1354.  You may also visit www.friendsofnra.org/national/survey to locate an event or banquet in your area.

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Cabela's highlights '09 Pheasant Fest

SIDNEY, NEBRASKA - As presenting sponsor of the 2009 National Pheasant Fest, Cabela's will help Pheasants Forever make this year's event the best yet. The nation's largest show for upland hunters, farmers and sporting dog enthusiasts, Pheasant Fest will be held February 6-8 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

"Cabela's is proud to partner with our friends at Pheasants Forever and again serve as presenting sponsor of the National Pheasant Fest," said Dennis Highby, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cabela's. "Conserving wildlife and wild lands is an important part of Cabela's mission as evidenced by our long-standing relationship with Pheasants Forever and ongoing support of Pheasant Fest."

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Colorado Energy Leases in Critical Habitat Draw Protests

WASHINGTON - Spurred by concerns over the effects of energy development on valuable fish and wildlife habitat, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership yesterday filed an official protest of an upcoming Bureau of Land Management lease sale in Colorado. The sportsmen's group objected to approximately 83,000 of the nearly 100,000 acres being offered in the Feb. 12 sale, which includes vital sage grouse habitat, big-game winter range and migration routes, and Colorado River cutthroat trout waters.

The TRCP protest of the Colorado leases follows the group's objection, filed on Jan. 20, to Wyoming leases offered by the BLM in areas of wildlife habitat important to hunters and anglers. Protests like these are the only means for the public to participate in the leasing process. The TRCP has urged the incoming administration to prioritize review and revision of federal mineral leasing practices and management of the nation's public lands.

Close to 60,000 of the protested acres are located within Colorado River cutthroat trout habitat, where energy development could degrade key waterways and result in this native fish's further decline. Initially petitioned for listing under the Endangered Species Act in 1999, the Colorado River cutthroat twice received a "not warranted" decision regarding its threatened or endangered status, yet it was designated a "sensitive species" by the U.S. Forest Service and is subject to special state-level management guidelines. By leasing areas of designated habitat for the species, the BLM would violate a multi-agency conservation agreement pledging to "expedite implementation of conservation measures for Colorado River cutthroat trout."

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Sportsmen's Coalition Urges Salazar to Revise Energy Paradigm

WASHINGTON - Sportsmen for Responsible Energy Development, a coalition of more than 350 businesses, groups and individuals working to balance energy development and conservation in the West, today sent a letter to Interior Secretary Ken Salazar thanking him for his recent comments before the U.S. Senate in support of responsible energy development. The coalition also urged the secretary to undertake review and revision of federal laws, regulations and policies governing public-lands oil and gas development and offered its support in resolving conflicts between these policies and fish and wildlife habitat and sporting traditions.

In its letter, the SFRED coalition cited two upcoming energy lease sales that exemplify problems in the current federal approach. On Feb. 3, the Wyoming Bureau of Land Management intends to sell development rights to 173,000 acres of federal lands, and on Feb. 12, the Colorado BLM could offer rights to 99,000 acres. Close to 150,000 acres of the Wyoming and Colorado leases contain critical habitat for fish and wildlife, including sage grouse habitat, Colorado River cutthroat trout waters, big-game migration corridors and crucial big-game winter range. The areas also provide opportunities for American sportsmen, whose presence helps strengthen rural economies and supplies stable jobs associated with hunting, fishing and other outdoor recreation.

"These two lease sales present an opportunity for the Department of the Interior to take a hard look at its current mineral leasing policies and implement changes," said Kate Zimmerman, senior land stewardship policy specialist for the National Wildlife Federation. "Sportsmen encourage Secretary Salazar and his staff to evaluate both the sales themselves and the department's overall leasing process before the sales are allowed to proceed."

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Fort Worth: Elk Hunting, Conservation Capital of the World

MISSOULA, Mont.—For four days, March 5-8, Fort Worth, Texas, will be the elk hunting and conservation capital of the world.

Approximately 25,000 elk enthusiasts from around the globe are expected to attend the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation’s 25th Annual Elk Camp & Hunting, Fishing and Outdoor Expo at the Fort Worth Convention Center.

The annual event, being held for the first time in Texas, features the RMEF/Leupold 2009 World Elk Calling Championships, hundreds of exhibits, seminars, displays, activities, auctions, raffles and more. It’s all a public-welcome showcase and fundraiser for one of the nation’s premier conservation organizations. Since launching in 1984, the Elk Foundation has enhanced or protected habitat on over 5.5 million acres.

Daily admission is $12 per person or $25 per family, and free for kids 5 and under.

Show hours: Thurs., March 5, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Fri., March 6, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; Sat., March 7, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; and Sun., March 8, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

For more details, visit www.rmef.org.

About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation:

Snowy peaks, dark timber basins and grassy meadows. RMEF is leading an elk country initiative that has conserved or enhanced habitat on over 5.5 million acres—a land area equivalent to a swath three miles wide and stretching along the entire Continental Divide from Canada to Mexico. RMEF also works to open, secure and improve public access for hunting, fishing and other recreation. Get involved at www.rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK.

 

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Safari Club International Recognizes Jim Shockey as the 2009 C.J. McElroy Award Winner

Reno, Nevada – Safari Club International (SCI) is pleased to announce that Jim Shockey is the 2009 winner of the prestigious C.J. McElroy Award, sponsored by Nikon Sport Optics.  
 
Named for the late founder and chairman emeritus of SCI, the C.J. McElroy Award honors a member of SCI who has, achieved excellence in worldwide hunting, displayed a dedication to the conservation of wildlife, and has a history of service to the global hunting community and to SCI’s goals. Award winners display exemplary ethics in the business of hunting and be committed to SCI’s programs and mission statement. “All of us in SCI leadership offer our congratulations to Jim on this prestigious accomplishment,” said SCI President Merle Shepard.
 
Jim Shockey hails from British Columbia and is a native of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Shockey learned the love of hunting from his father at an early, and when the outdoor business beckoned, he entered the arena as an outdoor writer. Later, Shockey became an outfitter when he bought guide territory on Vancouver Island.

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Central Utah Pheasants Forever Chapter Hits the Ground Runnin

Ephraim, Utah – Pheasant hunters and conservationists within Sanpete County have formed Utah's newest Pheasants Forever (PF) chapter. Known as the Central Utah Runnin' Ring-Necks Chapter of PF, the group plans to have an impact on youth involvement in hunting and wildlife habitat conservation practices. "We need to give kids a chance to really experience the outdoors," explained Scott Evans, Runnin' Ring-Necks president and avid pheasant hunter, "If we can get youth involved in activities such as hunting, then they'll come to appreciate the importance of conserving wildlife habitat.

I fear that without this understanding, future generations will lose hold of the natural world altogether."In 2009, the chapter plans to build on Pheasants Forever's No Child Left Indoors® initiative , a new initiative that's part of a national movement aimed at getting youth unplugged from electronics and turned on to the outdoors, nature and wildlife. The Runnin' Ring-Necks plan on hosting youth hunts focusing on outdoors skills, safety and ethics. With current members having previous experience hosting such events, the chapter knows the positive influence these hunts can have on the lives of children. "It's vitally important that today's youth – the future land stewards of our country – know what's right and wrong while in the field and also how to get the most out of their experiences," stated Evans. 

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

What About Bob? New Ohio Quail Forever Chapter Looks to Bring Back Bobwhites

Cambridge, Ohio – Quail hunters and conservationists have banded together in Ohio's Guernsey County to form the Ohio Hills Chapter of Quail Forever (QF). The chapter hopes to create wildlife habitat areas in the region and foster youth involvement in habitat projects and events to connect the next generation to wildlife habitat conservation."There's a need, because of urban sprawl and clean farming, for Quail Forever in this county and the surrounding area," said Adam Fraley, the chapter's newly-elected president, "After talking things over with the local Soil & Water Conservation District, it became pretty apparent that the best thing we could do was start a Quail Forever chapter."

Pheasants Forever launched Quail Forever in August of 2005 to address the continuing loss of habitat suitable for quail and the subsequent quail population decline. QF chapters promote local, state, and federal conservation programs that help landowners protect environmentally sensitive acres for quail and other wildlife. They also employ the organization's unique model of empowering local chapters with 100 percent control of the chapters' locally-raised funds to complete habitat and youth education projects in the chapters' own communities.

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Saturday, January 31, 2009

Alabama and Georgia Home to New Quail Forever Chapter

Centre, Ala. –  Quail hunters and conservationists have formed the Southeast's newest Quail Forever (QF) chapter, the Coosa Valley Chapter of QF. Starting with habitat work, the chapter hopes to rekindle an interest in quail, quail hunting and bird dogs in DeKalb, Cherokee, Cleburne, Calhoun and Etowah Counties in Alabama, and Floyd and Chattooga Counties in Georgia. "We're a group of fellows who dearly miss the good old days of seeing, hearing and hunting the bobwhite quail," said Freddy Reynolds of Leesburg, the chapter's newly-elected president, "Most of our members don't even hunt quail anymore, but they have a dear recollection of a grand tradition. We all love bird dogs and really want to do something to help future generations of folks experience 'Old Bob' in the wild."

The group feels the best way to accomplish this goal is as a QF chapter. Pheasants Forever launched Quail Forever in August of 2005 to address the continuing loss of habitat suitable for quail and the subsequent quail population decline. QF chapters promote local, state, and federal conservation programs that help landowners protect environmentally sensitive acres for quail and other wildlife. They also employ the organization's unique model of empowering local chapters with 100 percent control of the chapters' locally-raised funds to complete habitat and youth education projects in the chapters' own communities.

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Friday, January 30, 2009

Sables Luncheon by Mary Paulson

Traveling with Kevin to the SCI convention is always an adventure.  Your mind is on overload the entire time that you are there.  Going to the Sable luncheon on Friday is a treat for me.  Every year the luncheon gets better.  The Safari Club International Sables are dedicated to continuing our outdoor heritage.

The efforts are primarily pointed to the youth. 

• The American Wilderness Leadership Schools (AWLS)
• Becoming an Outdoors Women (BOW). 
• Safari in a Box is a teaching tool for K-12 giving information about wildlife and how hunters promote wildlife conservation. 
• Sables scholarships’ programs.

This year of course was filled with the silent auctions, live auction, and the great champagne pourers who earned over $5000.00 in extra funds from the ever-lively ladies.  The Artie Dean Harris Band returned and hopefully will return again next year. 

The highlight for me was when Artie introduced Little Emily Smith from Fairfield Ca.  Emily went on a hunt to South Africa June of 2008, with Unico Guides.  She had this great picture of the warthogs that she shot.  To me this is what it’s all about.  The future of the Sable Ladies is in the hands of these beautiful little Ladies.

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Thursday, January 29, 2009

Team HuntingLife is proud to have signed the following Letter to Carol Browner

HuntingLife.com joined over 300 organizations in signing the following letter to Carol Browner, Assistant to the President for Energy and Climate Change, Obama Administration.  Our hunting heritage is important to safe guard and the next several years are going to be very important to what we are trying to accomplish.

Download the Letter to Carol Browner here.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Mule Deer Foundation Becomes National Sponsor of the National Archery in the Schools Program

All MDF chapters will consider providing local matching grants for schools interested in the National Archery in the Schools Program.

NASP was started in 2002 in 22 Kentucky schools and has expanded to 5,000 schools in 46 states, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa and Australia. During the 2008 school year 16,000 certified instructors taught archery to some 1,000,000 students in grades four through twelve. 

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Hunters Specialties Pro Staff Member Al Morris And Partner Garvin Young

Al Morris, a member of the Hunter’s Specialties Pro Staff, and his hunting partner Garvin Young recently won the 2008 annual World Coyote Calling Championship in Cortez, Colorado. They are the only team ever to win back-to-back and to capture three World Championship titles.

Morris and Young came in first in a field of 128 two-man teams who entered the event.

The contest is held over a day and a half, where participants try to call in and shoot the highest number of coyotes. Al and Garvin managed to take 18. The second place team finished with 13 coyotes.

“This year we hunted an area south of Cortez in New Mexico on some Navajo Nation land,” said Al. “We did some extensive scouting and found a location with plenty of coyotes that hadn’t been pressured by hunters. We did some late evening and early morning howling on our Mac Daddy Howlers to locate the coyotes. According to our best guess there were around 100 coyotes in the area.”

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009

SCI Foundation Honors Two Extraordinary Sportsmen with the 2008 Pathfinder Award

Reno, Nevada – Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) is pleased to announce that Camron Tribolet of Fort Wayne, Indiana and Louis Riccardi of Nutley, New Jersey are the 2008 Pathfinder Award recipients.  They were formally recognized on January 23, 2009 at SCI’s Annual Hunters’ Convention in Reno, Nevada.

This award is presented to individuals who are faced with overcoming a physical challenge or disability, discovering previously unexplored regions of self-esteem, self-worth, courage, persistence, and determination. The recipients are individuals who have a “never quit” attitude and who are recognized as ambassadors for other “pathfinders” seeking leadership when faced with similar challenges. In honor of this award, SCIF coordinates world-class hunting safaris for the annual Pathfinder Award recipients.

“Hunters who are as passionate and dedicated about hunting as Tribolet and Riccardi should be commended for their hunting achievements, and their perseverance to continue participating in the sport they love should be a testament to all sportsmen and women,” said SCI President Merle Shepard.

“Both of these men represent the qualities that we see in true ‘pathfinders.’  They exemplify the leadership, determination and courage of those with similar challenges and should serve as an example to the entire hunting community” continued Shepard.

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Safari Club International Recognizes MaryAnn Sachman as the 2009 Diana Award Winner

Reno, Nevada – Safari Club International (SCI) is pleased to announce that MaryAnn Sachman is the 2009 winner of the prestigious SCI Diana Award.  
 
Named for the huntress of Roman mythology, the Diana Award recognizes the women of SCI who have excelled in international big game hunting. Award winners have shown exemplary ethics in the field, remained committed to the mission statement of SCI, and have personally given their time and energies to enhance wildlife conservation and education.
 
MaryAnn Sachman is a lifetime member of SCI and has been a member of the New York Tri-State Chapter for many years, where she has chaired various committees and events.  She has served on the SCI Board of Directors as Chapter President and is a member of the SCIF Hunter Legacy 100 Fund.
 
Under Sachman’s leadership the New York Tri-State Sables donated over $40,000 to organizations and direct need recipients.  She has supported rhinos in Zimbabwe, sent thousands of pounds of books to Africa, provided funds to the Girls Scouts of America to visit Africa and has sponsored students and teachers attending the American Wilderness Leadership School.  
 
The chapter also funded programs such as the Roosevelt Sanctuary, the Leithen Valley Trophy Hunts, Zambia Village Project, Disabled Hunter program and Dream Hunt.  Under her leadership and vision, the NY Tri-State Chapter is once again growing strong with new members and chapter participation.
 
The Diana Award was conferred upon Sachman this week during SCI’s 37h Annual Hunters’ Convention, in Reno, Nevada. 

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Tuesday, January 27, 2009

Got Game?

The tradition of hunting has captured the attention of a few Palo Alto High School students. Although hunting is limited in California, they search far and wide for the best game in the country and beyond.

Posted Wed Jan. 21, 13:07:40 PST 2009
By Cassie Prioleau of The Viking

Courtesy of Elliot Beckstrom   Beckstrom proudly lines up 18 ducks after a day of hunting in Arkansas.

Palo Alto High School sophomores Elliot Beckstrom, Cory Valenti and Alex Zarem are not your typical athletes. They are not exempt from P.E. for their sport and they do not have coaches. They do not belong to a team; their only uniform is their camouflage and they do not have an opponent. They are hunters.

Beckstrom, Valenti and Zarem discovered the Southern-dominated sport through friends and family. They hunt as often as they can, including occasional after-school trips to nearby hunting areas. Traveling as far as Canada and Georgia to hunt better game, they are like any other Paly athletes; they are incredibly committed to their sport.

For Beckstrom, Valenti and Zarem hunting is more than a sport, it is a tradition. Originally a means of survival, hunting has evolved into a sport and a passion passed down from generation to generation. The appeal of the outdoors reels young people to the sport.

For Zarem and Valenti, their families originally introduced them to the sport. Zarem's father hunts and took him to get his hunting license when he was eight years old. Valenti first started hunting at age 12 and grew up in a family where the sport has always been prevalent.

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Monday, January 26, 2009

SCIF Humanitarian Efforts Continue with the Blue Bag Program

Attending the 37th Annual Hunter's Convention as a press writer is always a privilege and a responsibility that I take very seriously.  This year was no different and for me the joy is in the journey of getting to know so many different people and learning about the things that they are working on.  I also get the joy of going to so many different seminars and learning about the great work that is being done by members and volunteers for these great organizations.  Robert Deitz, II is one of those great volunteers who is incredibly passionate about his hunting, very passionate about Safari Club and active personally and politically in spreading the message about the great work being done by hunters in both conservation and humanitarian work.

Robert has been a champion of the Blue Bag Program with the SCIF since the programs inception.  This week Robert gave a seminar to the membership at the convention and I really enjoyed the seminar. 

The Blue Bag program provides the opportunity for hunters to hand carry humanitarian aid into countries and places all across the world.  SCIF provides a blue duffle bag to be filled with items that third world countries cannot get access to.  Items like crayons, balls, aspirin, coloring books, band aids, etc that can help local schools, hospitals, aid centers in creating good will and real assistance.

Attached are 3 separate files that were created by Robert Deitz, II and Eva Wison, Director of Humanitarian Services for SCIF.

Download them here:

Sponsor a Blue Bag Article

Share a Blue Bag Presentation

Blue Bag List of Recommended Items

http://www.safariclubfoundation.org/

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Friday, January 23, 2009

U.S. Army to Give Freedom Team Salute Commendations to Safari Club International

Reno, Nevada -- January 22, 2009 – Safari Club International (SCI) will be recognized with Freedom Team Salute commendations by the United States Army for its support of the nation’s men and women in uniform at the 37th Annual Hunters’ Convention this week.  Twelve members of SCI’s Veterans Committee and all 159 U.S. based SCI Chapters will receive Freedom Team Salute commendation packages at the convention.

Merle Shepard, president of Safari Club International, will accept a commendation on behalf of the organization.  “This is a great honor for SCI,” said Shepard.  “We have never received this type of recognition from the Army.  We have members who are Army Veterans that live all across our country and they’re as committed as I am to supporting our Soldiers and Veterans who have sacrificed to ensure our nation’s freedoms.”

Actor Tom Selleck will deliver a speech at SCI’s convention and will receive an Army Veteran Freedom Team Salute Commendation.  Selleck, known for his portrayal of a private investigator on the hit television series Magnum, PI, was in the Army National Guard from 1967 to 1973.  Additionally, Friday night’s evening entertainment, Country Western superstar John Michael Montgomery, will be honored as an Army Supporter.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Safari Club International Regional Representative of the Year Honored at 2009 Convention

Reno, NW – Safari Club International (SCI) is pleased to announce that Susquehannock Chapter President Craig Kauffman is the 2009 winner of the prestigious SCI Regional Representative of the Year Award.

The award honors one of SCI’s 38 Regional Representatives, who is recognized by chapters in his region as a leader and resource for others. Among many other activities, the Regional Representative of the Year attends and participates in SCI board meetings, promotes SCI programs and membership drives within the region, identifies and assists in the development of at least one new chapter per year, and has received letters of support from all chapters in the region.

“All of us in SCI leadership offer our congratulations to Craig Kauffman on this prestigious accomplishment,” said SCI President Merle Shepard. “Craig is a true leader in his region and serves as an example for other regional representatives,” Shepard continued.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

MEXICO INAUGRUATES PAVILLION AT THE SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2009 IN RENO, NV

RENO, NV; January 22ND, 2009 – The Mexico Tourism Board and the Safari Club International, the leader in protecting the freedom to hunt and in promoting wildlife conservation worldwide is teamed up during the annual Safari Club International’s annual convention on January 21 – 24,  to promote Mexico’s popular hunting destinations.
 
Destinations such as including Zacatecas, Aguas Calientes, Tamaulipas, Coahuila, Baja California Norte and Durango joined in the inauguration of the Mexico pavilion where a ceremonial ribbon cutting took place.
 
Mexico ranks 4th among the amount of mammal species and 11th in bird species. For those looking to hunt deer, there are 14 subspecies of white-tailed deer, 6 subspecies of mule deer and 2 species of tamazate deer from the tropical forests. For the Mexican Turkey Slam, you can find pavo ocelado in the tropical forests of Campeche and Gould’s and Rio Grande turkey in central Mexico.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Safari Club International Regional Representative of the Year Honored at 2009 Convention

Reno, NW – Safari Club International (SCI) is pleased to announce that Susquehannock Chapter President Craig Kauffmanis the 2009 winner of the prestigious SCI Regional Representative of the Year Award.
 
The award honors one of SCI’s 38 Regional Representatives, who is recognized by chapters in his region as a leader and resource for others. Among many other activities, the Regional Representative of the Year attends and participates in SCI board meetings, promotes SCI programs and membership drives within the region, identifies and assists in the development of at least one new chapter per year, and has received letters of support from all chapters in the region.
 
“All of us in SCI leadership offer our congratulations to Craig Kauffman on this prestigious accomplishment,” said SCI President Merle Shepard. “Craig is a true leader in his region and serves as an example for other regional representatives,” Shepard continued.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Michael Sieve Named 2009 Artist of the Year by Mule Deer Foundation

Sieve will be available at the Wild Wings booth Friday, Feb. 6, to meet event attendees, personalize artwork and share the inspiration behind the featured painting, "Busted Bachelors-Mule Deer." The original oil painting will be available for sale during the Live Auction on Thursday night, Feb. 5, 2009.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Illinois Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Announce 2008 Habitat Accomplishments

Bloomington, Ill. – January 22, 2009 – Illinois' 45 Pheasants Forever's (PF) chapters, 17 Quail Forever (QF)  chapters and 10,000 dedicated PF/QF members completed 1,266 habitat projects in 2008, impacting 13,938 acres for the benefit of pheasants, quail, and other wildlife across the state. 

In 2008, PF/QF chapters spent $448,053 to complete 351 nesting cover projects that restored 5,042 acres and also improved 2,777 acres of degraded nesting cover; provided 5,897 acres of wildlife food plots; restored five wetlands totaling 63 acres; and planted 58,061 trees and shrubs as parts of wildlife winter cover plantings. Chapters spent an additional $175,655 sponsoring 3,381 Illinois youth at shooting events, conservation days and mentor hunts. 

Since 1982, Illinois PF/QF chapters have raised and spent $11.1 million to protect, restore and enhance more than 275,000 acres of wildlife habitat. "The passion and dedication of our Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever volunteers has made us the most successful conservation organization in the state at turning local dollars into local habitat projects," explains Matt Bradshaw, PF/QF Regional Representative in Northern Illinois, "After 26 years, our members and volunteers continue to put in wildlife habitat one acre at a time."

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Pheasants Forever's 2008-2009 Winter Update

Saint Paul, Minn. – January 22, 2009 – The 2008-2009 pheasant season has ended or is winding down in a few states as quickly as the temperatures outside have been plummeting. To date, the winter of 2008-2009 has been harsher than recent years in many places across the pheasant range. This has created a myriad of inquiries to Pheasants Forever's offices from people concerned about pheasant populations.

Upland bird numbers fluctuate from year-to-year due to two main factors: the amount of quality habitat and weather. It is easy to predict that a prolonged period of severe weather will diminish populations, but pheasants are resilient creatures with an uncanny ability to bounce back, especially when given winter cover to make it through harsh weather and then nesting cover to ensure sufficient reproduction in the spring. So far, many of the calls and emails Pheasants Forever has received center on the ability of pheasants to find food.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Elk Foundation Leads Bailout on Quarter-Million Acres

MISSOULA, Mont.—In a year remembered for economic woes, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation led a bullish 2008 bailout that protected or enhanced more than a quarter-million acres of habitat for elk and other wildlife.

Without the stewardship effort, those lands would have spiraled into weed-choked meadows, overgrown forests, developments or other forms of elk-country bankruptcy.

The 2008 totals bring the Elk Foundation’s lifetime conservation impact to over 5.5 million acres.

“We had a great year, especially when you consider the economic climate,” said David Allen, RMEF president and CEO. “We funded 456 different projects, mostly habitat projects in elk states, as well as education and hunting heritage projects across the nation. In all, 40 states benefitted from the efforts of our volunteers and supporters.”

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Luke Bryan to Chair National Hunting and Fishing Day

SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI -- One of country music's new stars to watch in 2009, Luke Bryan has a hot debut album, a second album coming later this year, Top 10 hits in "All My Friends Say" and "Country Man," and a new role as honorary chairman of National Hunting and Fishing Day.

The annual celebration is set for September 26, 2009.

Congress established National Hunting and Fishing Day to recognize hunters and anglers for their leadership in fish and wildlife conservation. Since launching in 1972, the day has been formally proclaimed by every U.S. President and countless governors and mayors.

Bryan joins an elite fraternity of country stars who helped build National Hunting and Fishing Day, including Hank Williams Jr., Travis Tritt, Tracy Byrd and Jeff Foxworthy.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

Pheasants Forever Announces National Pheasant Fest 2009 Seminars

Madison, Wisconsin - Pheasants Forever (PF) announces the schedule of seminars slated for National Pheasant Fest 2009 Presented by Cabela's. The Fest takes place February 6, 7 & 8 at Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The 3-day event will have seminars on bird dogs, wildlife habitat, conservation and hunting on the hour throughout the weekend, and the complete seminar schedule can be seen here.

The Bird Dog Bonanza Stage Presented by Native™ performance dog food and SportDOG - We've devoted an entire stage to our canine companions! The Bird Dog Bonanza Stage Presented by Native™ performance dog food and SportDOG Brand® electronic dog training systems will feature dog training seminars and sport dog demonstrations. Speakers will include Native™ ProStaffers Susan Barnes, Rick McConico, Bill Monk, Todd Sterrett, and Chad and Jodi Hines, as well as SportDOG's Tom Dokken, Rhett Kermicle and Rick Grant. These experts will demonstrate everything from how to turn your pup into a successful hunting partner to discussions on proper exercise and nutrition. They'll even give advice on picking a puppy appropriate for your family. During each day, stage presenters will sit on a Bird Dog Panel for a Question & Answer discussion with Pheasant Fest attendees.

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Friday, January 23, 2009

TRCP Chairman James D. Range Dies at 63

WASHINGTON - With supreme sadness, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership today announced that its Chairman, James D. Range, passed away yesterday morning at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn., after a brief battle with cancer. He was 63.

Throughout his career, Range was a tireless champion for the America's fish and wildlife resources. Perhaps best known as a long-time advisor to former Senate Majority Leader Howard Baker who helped shaped several of our country's landmark environmental laws, Range also was known personally to countless people as a beloved confidant, friend and mentor.

"Jim Range was a dedicated, loyal and trusted member of my staff who helped to fashion some of this country's most vital environmental legislation," Sen. Baker said. "I will miss Jim's counsel, but more importantly, I will miss him."

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Friday, January 23, 2009

The National Rifle Association's Civil Rights Defense Fund Announces 2008 Second Amendment Essay Contest Winners

Fairfax, Virginia -- The NRA Civil Rights Defense Fund is pleased to announce the winners of the 2008 Second Amendment Essay Contest. In the Senior Category, Henry Hoffman of Batavia, OH, took first place; William Pinson of Colorado Springs, CO, took second place; Lauren McLeod of Sunrise, FL, took third place; and Sophie Arlow of Medina, WA, received an honorable mention. In the Junior Category, Skyler Gabel of Cody, WY, took first place; Stacie Kozachuk of Syracuse, NY, took second place; Corinne Iffland of Jacksonville, FL, took third place; and Vincent Tian of Fremont, CA, received an honorable mention. Congratulations to this year's winners!

This year's contest was particularly competitive with nearly 1,200 entries received. Winners will receive U.S. Savings Bonds ($1,000 for first place, $600 for second place, $200 for third place, and $100 for an honorable mention), certificates, and educational materials on the Second Amendment.

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Thursday, January 22, 2009

SCI 37th Annual Hunters Convention Afternoon Evening Photos

The auctions, the art, the people what a wonderful day...Wednesday for us was an absolute whirlwind of activity.   Several seminars, several meeting and so many visits with friends from all over the world.  We had a wonderful dinner all capped off with a fantastic awards ceremony and a motivating keynote speech by Tom Selleck followed up by a dinner auction.  This week I traveled here with Paul Bambara and Mary Paulson(MOM) and we are all meeting with as many people as possible, shooting pictures and getting to see and do as much as possible all crammed into 4 full days. 

We are headed back out onto the show floor in about 30 minutes but before we head out, we wanted to drop up some of the pictures from yesterday and last night to give you a feel for how great this convention is.

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Thursday, January 22, 2009

Mexico makes a strong appearance at the 37th Annual SCI Convention

The Mexico Tourism and Travel Bureau held a ribbon cutting ceremony as well as a strong seminar on the growth of hunting in Mexico.  Several governors from Mexican Provinces were in attendance and opportunities and discussions were held on how to improve and increase travel from hunters to the great opportunities that exist in Mexico.

Mexico is working together across all regions to form consistent regulations and ease some of the hurdles to traveling into the country to hunt.  With several unique species of whitetail deer, turkey, sheep and others the opportunities abound in Mexico.  Upland game and other species round out the offerings available to hunters and sportsmen.

Mexico is offering several seminars this week and pledges a long term commitment to working with groups like SCI to forge strong conservation bonds as well as increased Hunting Opportunity.  Please visit:  www.visitmexico.com to learn more.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Morning Photos from the SCI Show

This morning has been a whirlwind of activity from ribbon cutting ceremonies to meetings with folks about what we are doing and working on.

Attached are some of the pictures and things that we have seen this morning and we will a ton more to add as the day goes on.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony kicks off the SCI Convention

An Amazing turn out for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony today for the 2009 SCI Convention...

Speaking Ellen Oppenheim(Reno-Sparks Convention Bureau)

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Craig Hauffman, Paul Babaz, John W. Nelson, Cheryl Ebi, Ron Arendt, Mary-Lynn West, Bruce Eavenson(Chairman of SCI's Convention), John Wipple, Merle Sheppard(SCI President), Larry Rudolph(SCI President-Elect), Joe Hosmer, Wayne LaPierre(Executive Vice-President of the National Rifle Association), Sven Lindquist(Chair of Governmental Affairs), John Eichinger(Executive Director), Kevin Anderson, Dennis Anderson(SCI Past President), Bob Coshell(Mayor of Reno)

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Kick off to a week of Safari Press Work

This week we are looking forward to an amazing week.  This is the 18th year of the Safari Club International Annual Hunter's Convention.  Safari Club International advocates on behalf of hunter's rights and is the leader in protecting the privilege to hunt.  This is the seventh consecutive year that the convention has been held at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center.  Over 23,000 people will attend the show this week and with over 1,100 booths in the 650,000 sq. ft. of exhibition space this show is packed to the brim with some of the worlds best outfitters, guns, wildlife art and international exhibitors.

With over 50 different countries this show represents the world of hunting internationally better then any show.

We will be covering the show all week and our next stop is the ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:45 with Merle Shepard and Executive Vice President of the National Rifle Association.  Today we will be meeting with delegation from Mexico to learn more about hunting South of the Border for upland and big game and tonight we will be listening to the keynote speech provided by Tom Selleck.

We thought we would kick off the week with a photo of an amazing Mozambique Elephant.  This is a live elephant that is estimated to be a 90 to 100 pounder and one lucky hunter is going to be to head out to Mozambique and chase this wonderful animal.  Pieter took this picture on a scouting expedition into his new concession. 

Please check out Motsomi Safaris.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Current Mild Winter Conditions Bode Well For Wildlife, But Biologists Consider Options If Things Get Worse

There is the old saying, "There is no such thing as a free lunch!" With winter wildlife feeding this is doubly true! Many people are unaware of the huge undertaking a feeding operation needs to be, or the costs involved in relation to the benefits received by the individual animal.

In the Upper Snake Region during the winter of 2008, the Idaho Department of Fish & Game (IDFG) along with the aid of numerous volunteers, fed approximately 1,500 deer and 250 elk at locations scattered across the region. In the Arco area, hay was provided to approximately 350 pronghorn. According to Landowner Sportsman Coordinator Russ Knight, "We ended up feeding elk 47 tons of hay in Swan Valley and Teton Valley and 65 tons of deer pellets everywhere else in the region."

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Remington Tops $150K for Elk Foundation Habitat Work

For 2009, Remington has pledged additional conservation funding with a new addition to its commemorative rifle series-a limited edition bolt-action chambered in 30-06 Sprg and based on the XCR™ (Xtreme Conditions Rifle) Model 700 platform. The gun has a camouflage finish and an RMEF logo engraved on the floorplate.

Remington earmarks a portion of each sale as a contribution to the Elk Foundation.

"This licensing partnership, now in its ninth year, is continuing to produce solid results in elk country. Stewardship and protection of habitat, opening lands for public access, reintroducing elk to parts of their historical range and all the great things we've accomplished are due in no small part to corporate partners like Remington," said David Allen, Elk Foundation president and CEO.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

Ohio Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Announce 2008 Habitat Accomplishments

Waldo, Ohio - For the third consecutive year, Ohio's Pheasants Forever (PF) and Quail Forever (QF) chapters have surpassed the $1 million mark in expenditures, spending $1,066,731 on the organization's wildlife habitat mission in 2008. Ohio PF/QF will celebrate these accomplishments at the Annual Ohio PF/QF State Meeting on Saturday, January 24th, at the All Occasions in Waldo.

During the year, Ohio chapters completed 949 habitat projects impacting 6,001 acres; planted 18,685 trees and shrubs for winter cover; engaged 1,224 youth in mentor hunts, 487 youth in target shooting, 194 youth in conservation camp and 2,563 youth in other related outdoor events; issued $1,510 in sponsoring educational workshops and offered 18 scholarships for $4,550. Additionally, a 90-acre property in Union County became the second property in the nation donated to PF/QF's Forever Land Trust, and a pilot program in northwest Ohio called the Ohio Upland Habitat Initiative (OUHI) was launched to focus habitat funding in a specific focus area.

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Wednesday, January 21, 2009

TRCP Protests Wyoming Oil and Gas Leases, Calls for Balance in Federal Energy Policy

WASHINGTON - As a new administration takes office in Washington, the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership has expressed dissatisfaction with federal energy development policies in the Rocky Mountain West by protesting the Bureau of Land Management's decision to open oil and gas development on valuable fish and wildlife habitat in Wyoming. The sportsmen's group also called on America's new leaders to prioritize review and revision of the current mineral leasing process and management of the nation's public lands.

Of the approximately 173,000 acres comprising the Feb. 3 sale in Wyoming, the TRCP protest encompasses more than 88,000 where energy development as proposed could directly affect crucial big-game winter range, big-game migration routes and vital sage grouse habitat. Roughly 32,000 of the protested acres overlap with sage grouse "core population areas" identified by the state of Wyoming and endorsed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as important in maintaining and enhancing populations of the bird, which presently is being considered for listing under the Endangered Species Act.

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Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Kentucky black bear hunt approved for the 2009 season

Frankfort, Kentucky - In half a century, Kentucky's white-tailed deer herd grew from 1,000 animals to a million today. Wild turkeys increased from about 800 birds to a quarter-million, and we are now home to 10,000 free-ranging elk, the largest elk population east of the Rocky Mountains. All are now hunted in Kentucky.

A new big game species came closer to joining that list this week when legislators approved a pending regulatory amendment that will create Kentucky's first black bear season in more than 100 years.

"Sportsmen and sportswomen of Kentucky should be very excited," said Steven Dobey, black bear biologist for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. "Bears are now well established in eastern Kentucky and research shows that population growth has risen steadily over the last 20 years."

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Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Launch Build a Wildlife Area Campaign in Ohio

Waldo, Ohio – January 19, 2009 – Pheasants Forever (PF) and Quail Forever (QF) announce the launch of the first annual Ohio Build a Wildlife Area (BAWA) campaign. Through the campaign, PF/QF and its partners will raise funds to be used for the acquisition and management of wildlife areas in Ohio. All funds raised through the campaign will be tripled by matching grants.

"Initiating this Build a Wildlife Area campaign in Ohio – a state where 97 percent of land is held in private ownership – is especially important right now," said Doug Bensman, PF/QF Regional Wildlife Biologist in the state, "Not only in helping out current hunters, but in terms of giving future hunters opportunities and retaining them as well."

The campaign is a wide-reaching effort to engage individual donors, corporations, non-profit and government organizations to create permanent public wildlife areas. What really makes the campaign unique is that through matching grants Pheasants Forever stretches one dollar into three, $100,000 becomes $300,000.

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Tuesday, January 20, 2009

MEXICO PRESENT AT THE SAFARI CLUB INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION 2009 IN RENO, NV!

Houston, TX, January 15Th, 2009 – Safari Club International, the leader in protecting the freedom to hunt and in promoting wildlife conservation worldwide is teaming up with the Mexico Tourism Board from January 21 – 24, 2009, at THE in Reno, Nevada.

Mexico’s popular hunting destinations will join the festivities including Zacatecas, Aguascalientes, Tamaulipas, Coahuila, Baja California Norte and Durango. Guests will enjoy a tour throughout Mexico’s hunting destinations and learn about the diversities of species.

In these regions one can find Coues deer and Gould's Turkey in Durango, Dove and Quail in Zacatecas and there is no better Waterfowl, Whitetail and Mule Deer Hunting in Coahuila.

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Saturday, January 17, 2009

Reading Sport Show with Ted Nugent

Today we had the great pleasure of heading out to the Reading, Pennsylvania Sport Show and had the pleasure of getting to see Ted Nugent speaking to the masses.  Ted opened up his noon talk with the American Anthem on his amazing guitar playing and proceeded to rip into issues like Gun Control, Hunters Rights, the beautiful nutritional benefits of the backstrap, support of our wonderful Hero Warriors(American Soldiers).  Ted is 60 years old this year and still rocks it like he was a teanager. 

Ted described hunting as the last perfect stuff left and anyone working against hunting, trapping or fishing was spitting on the souls of the American Spirit.  I could not agree with him more...

The rest of the outdoor show was excellent as usual.  Attendance was great and I had the pleasure of seeing many old friends.

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Thursday, January 15, 2009

Iowa Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever Announce 2008 Habitat Accomplishments

Des Moines, Iowa – January 15, 2009 – Iowa's 103 Pheasants Forever's (PF) chapters and two Quail Forever (QF) chapters completed 4,530 habitat projects in 2008, impacting 35,843 acres for the benefit of pheasants, quail, and other wildlife around the state. PF/QF chapters also contributed to 43 land acquisitions totaling 4,081 acres. Iowa PF/QF will recognize the efforts of chapters and volunteers who made these achievements possible at its annual State Convention at the Sheraton Inn of West Des Moines January 16-18.

At the State Convention, Iowa PF will also honor some of its greatest volunteer leaders with the inaugural induction of 15 PF volunteers into the Iowa Pheasants Forever Volunteer Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony will be held at Saturday night's banquet. Chapter awards and individual honors will be presented at Saturday's luncheon.

 

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Tuesday, January 13, 2009

50,000 People Sign We Are Wetlands Petition

WASHINGTON - The Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP) today announced that its "We Are Wetlands" petition drive has reached 50,000 signatures, illustrating the deep desire of the American public to see Congress pass strong new clean water protections.

The TRCP initiated the petition drive in April 2008 with a goal of adding 80,000 names - one for each acre of natural wetlands that our country loses each year - to the call for legislation that restores the integrity of the Clean Water Act.

"At a time when a series of Supreme Court decisions and subsequent rulemakings have dramatically weakened the Clean Water Act," said TRCP Initiative Manager Geoff Mullins, "we need our leaders to take decisive actions to restore its original scope. Nothing short of a critical resource for millions of waterfowl and countless aquatic species hangs in the balance."

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Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Michigan Conservation Projects Draw Elk Foundation Funds

MISSOULA, Mont.—Conservation and education in Michigan are seven steps ahead of last year thanks to grants totaling $39,226 from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Seven projects received funding in Allegan, Cheboygan, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Montmorency, Osceola, Otsego, Ottawa and Presque Isles counties.

“This is all about ensuring the future of elk, other wildlife and their habitat in Michigan,” said David Allen, RMEF president and CEO. “Grants are based on revenues from Elk Foundation fundraising banquets and other events in Michigan, as well as worthy project proposals.”

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Monday, January 12, 2009

Bird Dogs to Steal Show at National Pheasant Fest 2009

Madison, Wis. – January 7, 2009 – The number one attraction at National Pheasant Fest presented by Cabela's, the Bird Dog Bonanza, will be back when the event comes to Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin, February 6, 7 & 8 2009. The popularity of sporting dogs is such that an entire section of the National Pheasant Fest 2009 show floor will be dedicated to the National Bird Dog Bonanza presented by Native™ Performance Dog Foods and SportDOG Brand® electronic dog training systems.  

The Bird Dog Bonanza is where you can find exhibitors and information on everything bird dog related, including training, nutrition and breeds. Over 30 of them in fact...ever heard of a Wachtelhund? You'll find it at the Bonanza! The Bird Dog Bonanza will also include the Bird Dog Alley of dog-related exhibitors and the Bird Dog Stage with hourly seminars / demonstrations from some of the world's foremost flushing, pointing, and retrieving dog trainers. Dog training seminars and sport dog demonstrations will be conducted throughout the weekend on the hour.

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Monday, January 12, 2009

Pheasants Forever Announces 2008 Minnesota Habitat Accomplishments

Saint Paul, Minn. – January 8, 2009 – Pheasants Forever's (PF) 77 Minnesota chapters completed 748 habitat projects in 2008, which are benefiting 7,413 acres for wildlife. Minnesota PF will hold its annual State Convention at the Crowne Plaza in Brooklyn Center on January 9-11 to recognize these efforts and the volunteers that made the accomplishments possible. Members of the media are invited to attend.

Minnesota PF's 2008 habitat projects included 84 nesting cover projects benefitting 1,532 acres, 70 habitat maintenance projects benefitting 1,953 acres, 553 food plots totaling 1,793 acres and 10 land acquisitions totaling 2,027 acres. All PF land acquisitions are accomplished in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and/or the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Land acquisitions are then opened to the public for hunting and other outdoor recreation activities.

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Sunday, January 11, 2009

Memories of 2008 by Taylor Rather

2008 was the best year of my life so far! God was very good to me that year! He gave me a lot of opportunities to begin sculpting my future of being a professional huntress and spending at least  70% of my time in the outdoors.

In February, I went to the Roanoke Sportsman’s show and met Dennis Campbell and got involved with Hunters Helping Kids(HHK). I went on turkey and deer hunts through HHK. I even got to fish for Striper’s and Catfish. Some trips were successful and some were not. Whether I got something or not, I still had fun and enjoyed spending time with people that were just as crazy about hunting as I am.

Later in the year, I went to an HHK banquet and met Kevin Paulson. He asked me questions about my hunting adventures and I gladly told him my stories. Well, he loved my passion for the outdoors and asked me if I would like to be a Pro-Staff  Team member for his website HuntingLife.com. I was very excited!

I am looking forward to an exciting and busy 2009 season. In May, I will be going on my very first bear hunt in Manitoba, Canada with Kevin and my Dad. I think my Dad is as excited as I am. He has always been very encouraging and supportive about me hunting, fishing and spending time in the outdoors.

We are already scouting for next deer season and we are looking forward to Spring Gobbler Season.

I’ve got a good feeling that this is going to be a good year!

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Saturday, January 10, 2009

The year that was 2008

By Ryan Connolly

My passion trumps my skill.  As a rule.

I spent a lot of time proving that during the past year. It was indeed the best of times and the worst.   But with failure comes lessons and I learned a plenty.  I learned things about myself I hadn't known.   I learned that I may have a very small brain.  I am unnaturally stubborn and I am indeed a dangerously slow learner.

I spent more time in the field in 2008 than any ten men should have. It got so bad I started calling it the office in hopes that I could convince my girlfriend that I was ‘working'.  

I put thousands of hard miles on a brave old compact whose only rewards were mud bogs, caked on grime, ice storms, hail storms, storms of the century, snow squalls, over-loadings and quagmires.  Thank you my four-wheeled friend and silent partner.  I am sorry for not filling your trunk with more dead things.  I owe you a tune-up.

I made it a point to only hunt when it rained or sleeted or the wind was wrong or blowing a gale.  I hunted where the birds were last year, yesterday, tomorrow but never now.   I fished fishless waters.  I fished waters with lots of fish the wrong way with the wrong fly with the wrong weight.  I matched the hatch but crashed the pool with my Central Park-bourne double haul-special.  I fished with worms and a bobber.  I fished with worms and a bobber.  Yes, I did it. I fished with worms and a bobber.

I hunted when the moon was wrong.  I hunted when the moon was right but the barometer was wrong.  I hunted when the moon and the barometer were right but the rut was over.  I hunted the pre rut.  I hunted the pre pre rut.  I hunted the rut.  I hunted the post rut.  I hunted on farms and in the woods.  I hunted when and where no other hunter would.  I hunted on the ground and from a stand.  I do not like green eggs and ham.

After this year I don't even have the imagination to dream about big deer.  The deer I hunt in my dreams now are six pointers, ugly sevens, does, and small eights.  A ten sometimes comes wandering bye but only if I eat tacos or chili before bed.  This year was so frustrating that I've even had deer-less deer dreams.

I learned that I'm not bad at everything.  I do have a particular knack for getting lost.  And man did I ever get lost.  I got lost on a ten-acre plot surrounded by cornfields...on all four sides.    I got lost 100 yards from camp.  I got lost 10 miles up in the hills.  I got lost chasing deer, birds, rabbits, fox, fish and shadows.  I got lost backtracking.  I got lost when the GPS had full battery and satellite.  I got lost on lakes and land.  I even managed to get a little lost on the Appalachian Trail.  Yeah, I said it.  I got a little lost on the Appalachian Trail.

I hunted over dogs with three legs.  I hunted over dogs with four legs that just didn't hunt no more. I hunted over world-class dogs and blew shots.  I hunted tiny little birds with a turkey choke. I hunted turkey that flew like eagles.  I hunted with a shotgun I could barely lift.  In the end, I figure I saved the lives of many upland wing-ed things.  You are all quite welcome.

I also slept a lot.  I slept in turkey blinds and tree stands.  I slept in snowdrifts.  I slept in emergency shelters.  I slept 20 miles from a road.  I slept on the side of the road.  I slept by the fire.  I slept too close to the fire and burned off a boot.  

But like I said at the outset of this tongue-in-cheek, year-end celebration rant I'm either a very stubborn man or a painfully slow learner.   So I'll be out there till February soaked in three different kinds of deer pee, crashing antlers, making mock scrapes, writing long wordy sentences, hunting rub lines, fence lines, full moons, new moons, old moons, food plots, tracking big bucks through the snow, tracking does to bedding areas, setting up over watering holes, belly crawling through swamps where the monsters hide and getting lost. Until the spring thaw fills the streams and the first gobble sounds in the big woods and the leaves change and the felt is off the antlers I'll be dreaming with you about everything that will be good and right about 2009.   

Happy New Year Hunting Life.

 

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Stop Pebble Mine and Win a Moose Hunt and More

Pebble Mine Update

The battle for Bristol Bay and the protection of that amazing ecosystem continues on and we are going to continue to do everything we can to get the message out to as many folks as we can.

Our partnership with The Sportsman's Alliance for Alaska continues with our Moose Promotion and I would like to encourage each and everyone of you to log on and make a donation of $50.00 so that you can have an opportunity to win one of the best packages I have seen put together.  The package includes a Kimber Rifle, A Leupold scope, A set of Sitka Gear and 10 day moose hunt in Alaska.  All of this for a donation of $50.00 to protect one of the greatest ecosystems in America.

Sportsman's Alliance of Alaska Moose Promotion

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

National Wild Turkey Federation and Tread Lightly Form Strategic Alliance

UTAH — Because access to healthy public lands and waters for the enjoyment of responsible recreation is of paramount importance to both organizations, the National Wild Turkey Federation and Tread Lightly! will work together to educate outdoorsmen on the ethical use of off highway vehicles (OHV).

"A major goal for Tread Lightly! is to further incorporate our important message of responsible OHV use into the hunting, fishing and shooting sports communities," said Tread Lightly!'s executive director Lori McCullough. "With its extensive membership and quality, in-depth educational programs, NWTF is a perfect partner for Tread Lightly!."

The NWTF will help distribute information through its chapter system, which totals 2,350 chapters in North America, to educate people on the ethical use of OHVs.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Youth Set Sights on Having a Blast at National Pheasant Fest 2009

Madison, Wis. – January 6, 2009 – Pheasants Forever (PF) announces special attractions highlighting Rudy's Youth Village at National Pheasant Fest 2009 presented by Cabela's. The event will take place February 6, 7 & 8 at Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. Rudy's Youth Village offers activities aimed at keeping families entertained, educated and enthusiastic about conservation and the outdoors, including archery and air rifle ranges, a casting booth and the immensely popular Laser Shot Booth!

Rudy's Youth Village - named after PF's loveable youth mascot - is one of the many great reasons for families to attend National Pheasant Fest 2009 and is going to feature an exciting mix of new activities and some familiar favorites:
•    Sharpen up your firearm handling skills while taking part in the Mock Pheasant Hunt
•    Have fun with Wisconsin DNR Conservation Officers at the Laser Shot Booth
•    Challenge friends and family to some friendly competition at the Crosman Air Rifle Range
•    Demonstrate your casting accuracy at the Casting Booth
•    Test your skills at the Archery Range

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Barnes Bullets Newsletter

We are big Fans of Barnes Bullets!!!

Please go check out their great newsletter at:

http://www.barnesbullets.com/resources/newsletters/bullet-n-archive/january-2009-barnes-bullet-n/

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Pro Bull Riders Take Elk Foundations Trophy Bull Challenge

MISSOULA, Mont.—Over 100 million fans of Professional Bull Riders (PBR) have something new to cheer about in 2009—the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Trophy Bull Challenge. The challenge pits riders against stock contractors for elk hunts and other outdoor adventures.

The special competition is part of PBR’s Built Ford Tough Series events being held around the country and televised on VERSUS.

“This is the latest and greatest in our ‘Cowboys for Conservation’ partnership with PBR, which over the past year has produced tremendous visibility for our mission of wildlife habitat stewardship,” said David Allen, president and CEO of the Elk Foundation.

In the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Trophy Bull Challenge, PBR selects three bulls for each long round of competition. If a selected bull bucks off the rider, the stock contractor wins a point. If the rider successfully rides the bull, the rider wins a point. At the 2009 PBR Built Ford Tough World Finals, the three riders or stock contractors with the most Trophy Bull points wins an outdoor adventure of their choice presented by RMEF.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Amazing Moose

I wish I had the story and information on this hunter and this amazing bull... What I can say is WOW!!!!!

If anyone knows the information on this amazing bull, Please comment...

The measurements are for this Alaskan Yukon Moose are an amazing 74 inch spread according to the email I got.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

"We Are Wetlands" Campaign Seeks 80,000 Signatures for 80,000 Acres

Saint Paul, Minn. – January 6, 2009 – Pheasants Forever (PF) and Quail Forever (QF) are urging all its members take a moment and sign the Petition to Save America's Wetlands. The petition is part of the "We Are Wetlands" campaign. A campaign of the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP), "We Are Wetlands" is intended to raise awareness for the importance of wetlands and clean water in our daily lives and why this resource is now more at risk than ever. Sign the Petition Today!     

The "We Are Wetlands" campaign is seeking a minimum of 80,000 signatures – one for every acre of natural wetlands lost each year – calling for restored federal wetlands and clean water protections. America has lost more than half of its original 221 million acres of natural wetlands and we continue to lose approximately 80,000 more acres each and every year. This trend will continue and likely accelerate due to weakened federal protections for wetlands under the Clean Water Act. In recent years, Supreme Court decisions have stripped federal protections for geographically isolated wetlands and intermittent ephemeral streams. As a result, it is now easier for wetlands and other waters to be polluted, drained, filled in and paved over.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Boone and Crockett Club Confirms New World's Record Elk

MISSOULA, Montana-Perhaps the largest elk ever produced in the wild-a Utah bull taken in 2008 by a hunter on public land-has been confirmed as a new World's Record. The official declaration was made Friday by the Boone and Crockett Club.

A special judges panel determined a final score of 478-5/8 B&C non-typical points, an incredible 93-plus inches above the Boone and Crockett minimum score of 385 for non-typical American elk, and more than 13 inches larger than the previous World's Record.

It is the only elk on record with a gross score approaching the 500-inch mark, at 499-3/8. Official data dates back to 1830.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Bush Administration Plans to Deny Recreational Fishing in Three Locations

WASHINGTON, DC-- Today, President Bush will announce that he is utilizing the Antiquities Act to declare marine monuments in the Pacific Ocean at three locations: Rose Atoll, the Mariana Trench and the Pacific Remote Island Area (PRIA). Each of these new monuments will ban recreational fishing within a 50 mile radius.

"This decision by the outgoing administration is very disappointing," said CSF President Jeff Crane. "This ruling restricts recreational anglers access to these public waters without any scientific evidence to support the restriction and sets a bad precedent for these issues in the future."

Lacking sound scientific evidence to support recreational fishing bans, fisheries conservation organizations, leading recreational fishing groups, the fishing and boating industries, and a bi-partisan group of legislators in the House and Senate voiced opposition to the President and Chairman Connaughton last year about the establishment of "no-fishing" zones and their affect on America's 40 million recreational anglers who support our user-pay conservation system.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Hunters and Shooters Fear Incoming Administration Will Make Firearms Purchases More Difficult

By a large majority, hunters and shooters feel that the coming changes in Washington D.C. will make it more difficult for them to purchase firearms, according to a recent poll.
 
When asked to define their expectations regarding the new administration and Congress, a resounding 80% of respondents said they expect it will become more difficult for them to purchase firearms. Fewer than 1% said they expect purchasing firearms will become less difficult, while 16% said they expect their firearms purchasing ability will remain the same.
 
Slightly fewer than 4% of respondents said that they don’t know or have no opinion.
 
“These results show that most hunters and target shooters expect changes resulting from the 2008 elections will make it more difficult for them to buy guns,” commented survey author Rob Southwick of Southwick Associates. “Increases in firearm sales since the November election are also a strong indicator of such sentiment.”
 
The online survey was conducted in December 2008.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Union Sportsmen Receive Special Invite to National Pheasant Fest 2009

WASHINGTON – Pheasants Forever (PF) will host its fifth National Pheasant Fest this February 6-8, 2009 at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin.  Union sportsmen who attend will receive a $2 discount on admission upon showing their union membership card and could win a pheasant hunt when they join the Union Sportsmen’s Alliance (USA).

Nearly 30,000 people attended National Pheasant Fest in the Twin Cities last January, and the event has become the nation’s largest event for upland hunters, farmers, sport dog owners and wildlife habitat conservationists.  The family-oriented trade show offers a variety of exhibits, youth attractions and seminars on pheasant hunting, habitat improvement, shooting sports, dog training, wild game cooking and more.

Pheasants Forever has a strong presence in Wisconsin, which is home to 30 PF chapters who have completed more than 15,800 habitat projects in the state.  Pheasants Forever is also one of the leading conservation groups that make up the Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership (TRCP), a coalition of conservation groups, labor unions and individuals working to guarantee all Americans quality places to hunt and fish.  In 2007, the TRCP launched the USA, a hunting and fishing club exclusively for union members, retirees and their families.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Mule Deer Foundation Saving Deer One Acre at a Time

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – The Mule Deer Foundation (MDF) completed a million dollars in on the ground habitat projects for mule deer and black-tailed deer in 2008. Thousands of acres of habitat have been restored or improved through these efforts.

MDF aggressively pursued habitat restoration projects in 14 states. Local MDF chapters worked closely with state wildlife agencies and federal land management agencies to fund a variety of habitat projects. These ranged from planting bitterbrush seedlings on deer winter range, water developments, reseeding of wildland fires, and restoration of critical sagebrush winter ranges. MDF was also a partner in the purchase of the Moylan Creek property near Denton, Mont., 1,000 acres which connects over 14,000 acres of public access land.

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Wednesday, January 7, 2009

World's Best FORD Commercial

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Monday, January 5, 2009

Clay County Elk Hunter Holds New State Record with a big 8 by 8

Frankfort, Kentucky -Clay County Elk Hunter Holds New State Record Frankfort, Kentucky - Kelvin Jackson of Clay County holds Kentucky's new state record for a non-typical bull elk. Jackson's 8x8 bull, shot Oct. 4 in Harlan County, officially scored 367 7/8 in the Boone & Crockett Club's scoring system. The bull beat the previous non-typical record of 349 3/8 held by Andy Kidd of McCreary County.

"When I got drawn for a bull permit, you can ask my wife, I was like a kid," Jackson said. "That's the first time I've felt that way since I was seven years old."

Jackson decided not to hunt in his home county, opting instead to try a county with a larger population of elk. He began scouting Harlan County in July.

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Thursday, January 1, 2009

Manitoba Bear Hunt Anyone?

We are headed back to Manitoba Memorial Day week with Sandy River Outfitters!  Nothing would be better then sharing this hunt with some of our readers.

Sandy River Outfitters is one of our advertisers and I have known Harry Walker since my days of being an outfitter.  We were on the same trade show circuit and became good friends.  I had the pleasure in 2008 of hunting both black bear and whitetail deer with Harry in Manitoba and the hunts left me wanting more...

I took a great black bear with an absolutely perfect coat and darn close to a Pope and Young bear.  This year, I am hoping to hold out for something bigger and I am already very excited about the opportunity to get back into bear camp.

Bear Camp is a casual affair.  Pick-up is on Sunday in Winnipeg with plenty of time to sight in the rifles and bows and get in some practice.  Dinner is excellent and Monday the excitement builds with some fishing out the door of the house on the Winnipeg River for Walleye, Smallmouth and Pike.  I caught about 70 pike over the week, fishing from the rocks along the shore. 

The first night on the stand brought forth a chocolate boar that was destined for Paul Bambara and I waited out the week looking for the Bear of my dreams.  He came out on the last night and scared off the biggest bear of the week but gave me the shot of a lifetime and I took him.  Over the week, I saw bears every single night as well as 3 wolves on night number 5 in the stand.  I look forward to heading back...

Want to join us?

Contact Harry Walker at Sandy River Outfitters and tell them you are interested in Hunting Black Bear with Team HuntingLife!

 

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Thursday, January 1, 2009

Baxter Black - So Lucky to be an American

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