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SCI submits testimony supporting priority legislation on natural resources
Washington, DC – Safari Club International (SCI) has submitted testimony in support of H.R. 1818 — the Polar Bear Conservation and Fairness Act of 2013, introduced by Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) — for a hearing held today by the House Natural Resources Subcommittee…
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USDA group working to protect native plants
By Ciji Taylor, NRCS Public Affairs — Native plants in many parts of the U.S. are struggling because of changes in land use and climate, posing problems for the wildlife species that depend on them for sustenance and sanctuary…
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LDWF looking for leads in missing buoys
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Enforcement Division is requesting any leads regarding missing mooring buoys on Independence Island Reef…
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Ducks Unlimited set to sponsor National Hunting and Fishing Day
SPRINGFIELD, MO – Ever wonder what it takes to make our lands better for future sportsmen? It’s simple: Hard work, great organizations and a call to conserve…
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Buck announces new sales rep agency
After 45 years as a Buck Knives sales representative, James Newman Jr. (Jimmy) of the Newman Agency is retiring. Taking over this territory is H&G Marketing, a sales representative team with employees located all over the United States…
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Take me Fishing Teams with Disney World
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and its Take Me Fishing™ campaign today announced a new alliance relationship with Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Media Networks that will encourage kids and families to connect with nature through boating and fishing…
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RMEF secures key elk habitat and public access in Washington
MISSOULA, Mont.–The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation worked with several partners to acquire and conserve 640 acres of elk habitat in south-central Washington…
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Smith and Wesson sponsors Wyoming Women's Antelope Hunt
Laramie, Wyo. – Smith & Wesson, a U.S.-based leader in firearm design and manufacturing, has signed on as a bronze sponsor for the Wyoming Women’s Antelope Hunt…
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Konkel elected to Ducks Unlimited's national board of directors
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – James Konkel, of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, was elected to Ducks Unlimited Inc.’s national board of directors during the organization’s annual convention held recently in Portland, Ore…
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Swarovski Optik Quests season 3 to air on Outdoor Channel
Cranston, Rhode Island – SWAROVSKI OPTIK NORTH AMERICA, the industry leader in high quality precision long range optics is proud to announce season 3 of SWAROVSKI OPTIK QUESTS…
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Duck population estimates show promising numbers
PRATT- Duck populations are strong, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) 2013 Report on Trends in Duck Breeding Populations…
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Urban American Outdoors wins Telly award
MISSOULA, Mt. – The US Forest Service in western Montana is the focus of an award-winning outdoor sports program produced by Urban American Outdoors, whose program, “What is the Forest Service?” was selected as a Bronze winner in the 34th Annual Telly Awards Film and TV category in June…

