There has been a troubling trend in recent years in which activists try to turn wildlife management over to voters at the ballot box. The problem with these misguided measures … Read more
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Academics Afield: Arming Students with Safe Hunting Practices
Hunting is integral in wildlife conservation—from connecting people with nature to managing animal populations—and since 1936, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) has been a driving force that supports hunting and … Read more
Michigan Tells Hunters: Deer Near Toxic Site Not Safe To Eat
There are few activities more “Pure Michigan” than hunting, preparing, and eating wild game from in and around our state’s abundant woodlands and wetlands. Spending time outdoors during the crisp … Read more
Michigan’s Outdoor Recreation Future and Climate Change
Nobody needs to tell Lake Michigan charter fishing boat Captain Denny Grinold that the climate is changing. “Last year I had to cancel 59 trips due to windy days or … Read more
Lead Stopper: The Switch to Copper
According to the National Park Service, more than 500 scientific studies published worldwide since 1898 have documented that 134 species of wildlife are negatively affected by lead ammunition and fishing tackle. Increasingly, sportsmen—and women, such as … Read more
Deer and Elk Need Funding and Research to Fight Chronic Wasting Disease
Sensational headlines and snake oil won’t stop the spread of CWD: it will take scientific research into how it’s spread and funding for strapped state wildlife agencies trying to manage it. Read more
Women in Hunting and Fishing: Artemis
Women are the fastest growing demographic in hunting and fishing. They enter the field with a deep appreciation of our heritage and a passion to care for the wildlife and … Read more
Wildlife Alert: Is Your Member of Congress on The List?
If you like wildlife, and if you care that we protect America’s wildlife for generations to come, then make sure your Member of Congress is on The List – specifically, … Read more
NWF Committed to Reducing Lead Poisoning in Wildlife
The National Wildlife Federation has worked for decades on reducing the use of lead-based ammunition and tackle, because—as anyone who’s worked with eagles, condors, or loons knows—the science is clear: … Read more
A Fund Worth Conserving
Voices from the Field: Sportsmen Speak Out I grew up in the great state of New Jersey – not exactly a place that comes to mind for outstanding outdoor opportunities … Read more
