The California Deer Association (CDA) recently announced it will hold its 7th Annual “Sharing the Tradition” junior deer hunts at the famous Tejon Ranch. According to CDA Vice President, Jerry Springer, “These hunts are the most successful junior deer hunts in California giving junior hunters a 99.1% chance to take a deer.” Read more…

In order to give equal weight to each quarter’s programming Sportsman Channel
has designed a unique voting and nomination process that gives you the viewer
complete and ultimate say in choosing your favorite shows and personalities. Read more…

Some early elk hunts open August 1, most of them antlerless “green-field” hunts.

The early “green-field” hunts in seven elk management zones – Palouse, Weiser, Lemhi, Beaverhead, Pioneer, Snake River and Owyhee-South Hills zones – are meant to help landowners reduce crop damage.

Early archery hunts also start August 1 in the Snake River elk zone, and controlled green-field hunts also open in the Dworshak and Hells Canyon zones.

The green-field hunts are open only outside the National Forest Boundary and within one mile of cultivated fields. They help reduce depredation problems and control populations causing crop damage by harvesting or discouraging animals in specific areas or portions of units. Read more…

The Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service have scheduled a free day camp in Coeur d’Alene August 2-6, 2010 for children ages 9 to 10 (as of July 1, 2010).

The camp will be held from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the nature center at the North Idaho Fairgrounds in Coeur d’Alene. During these hours, kids have the opportunity to learn about the wildlife around them through fieldtrips, unique crafts, hands on activities, journals and interactions with live animals.

There will be field trips studying forests, prairies, wetlands, and streams.

Due to the nature of the program, space is limited to only 12 participants. Registration is due by July 25. Registration will be processed in the order it is received. Lunch can be provided to children in special circumstances.

To register for this great opportunity, you may come to the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, 2885 Kathleen Ave in Coeur d’Alene and complete a registration form, or call 208-769-1414 and ask for a registration form to be mailed to you.

Congratulations to the following:

Antelope -
Keith Newland, Sierra Vista, AZ

Bear -
Fred Provine, Capitan, NM

Buffalo -
Matthew Rohrer, Phoenix, AZ

Coues
Whitetail – Brad Richardson, Scottsdale, AZ

Desert
Bighorn Sheep – Greg Gordon, Burney, CA

Elk -
Paul E. Shepley, Jr. Tucson, AZ

Javelina -
John Ristick, Queen Creek, AZ

Mountain
Lion – Jeffrey Penny, Yuma, AZ

Mule Deer -
Robert Currier, Cabool, MO

Turkey -
Lester Hansen, Tucson, AZ

Swarovski
Optics Package – Jeffrey Murray, Magnolia, TX

New Mexico
Elk – David Dubie, Scottsdale, AZ

A big thanks to everyone who purchased a ticket, our sponsoring organizations, and all the volunteers who worked tirelessly. A special
thanks goes to Swarovski Optics who donated the optics package, and West Tex New Mexico Hunting services for the New Mexico Elk Hunt.

Arizona’s wildlife wins!

Together we raised $369,465 for Arizona’s wildlife!

VICTOR, Colo. -  The Colorado Division of Wildlife, in cooperation with Cripple Creek Victor Gold Mining Company, will hold a youth shooting sports clinic July 31 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Youngsters interested in the sports of archery and shotgun shooting are invited to attend this one-day free event.  Registration is not necessary.

Activities include a shotgun target fun shoot, a 3-D archery shoot and instruction for both.  The DOW will also provide an electronic “laser-gun” hunting simulation that teaches youngsters about shot placement by generating actual hunting scenarios on a big-screen.

Boys and girls ages 7-16 are invited to attend, but must be accompanied by a parent.

Instructors from the DOW and local archery experts will help youngsters learn the finer points of shooting shotguns and bows.  The DOW will furnish the equipment.

Directions: From the town of Divide, drive south on Hwy 67 13.1 miles to CR 81 (road to Victor). Turn left on CR 81 and drive 4.1 miles to CR 82. Turn right on CR 82 and drive 1.2 miles to site.

For more information, call DOW District Wildlife Manager Tonya Sharp at (719) 227-5281.

For more information about Division of Wildlife go to: http://wildlife.state.co.us

MISSOULA, Mont.–Country music star Blake Shelton hunting his first elk, baseball hall-of-famer Goose Gossage stalking a monster bull and many more adventures await viewers in 13 new episodes of Elk Chronicles beginning June 29 on Outdoor Channel.

Elk Chronicles is the official television program of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation.

Presented by MidwayUSA, episodes air Tuesdays at 11:30 p.m. (EST), Sundays at 4:30 p.m. (EST) and Wednesdays at 6:00 a.m. (EST). Read more…

DENVER, Colo. The Colorado Division of Wildlife will participate in a Junior Ranger Camp at the 2010 National Get Outdoors Day.  Held on Saturday, June 12, 2010 at Denver City Park, families are invited to meet wildlife officers and DOW educators to investigate the wildlife mystery of Who pooped in the park? Participants will learn the skills necessary to track and identify animals based on a number of activities and senses.

Getting kids outside is a large part of teaching a healthier lifestyle. Recent studies show the younger generation spends more than 6.5 hours a day watching screens and are six times more likely to play a computer game than ride a bike. Children are four times more likely to be obese than previous generation.  And, more than $160 billion in direct public spending is now attributable to largely preventable chronic illnesses. Read more…

MONTROSE, Colo. — Women who want to learn about wildlife, hunting and fishing should sign up for a weekend of expert instruction sponsored by the Colorado Division of Wildlife, July 23-25, at the Jim Olterman/Lone Cone State Wildlife Area.

At this “Cast and Blast” event, women will learn the fundamentals of archery, fly fishing and shotgun shooting. Participants will also learn about wildlife and wildlife management.

No experience is necessary and novices are encouraged to attend. All equipment and ammunition will be provided, but participants can bring their own shotguns, fishing rods or bows. Participants age 16 and older must have a 2010 Colorado Fishing license.

Food also will be provided. Camping is available on site, but participants must bring their own tents and sleeping bags.

The registration deadline is July 2; a $40 refundable deposit is required. The workshop is limited to 15 women ages 14 and older.

The event will start at 5 p.m., July 23 and conclude at 1 p.m. on July 25. The state wildlife area is located 25 miles south of Norwood.

To register, contact Dawn Bresett at the DOW’s Montrose office, (970)252-6000, or by e-mail, dawn.bresset@state.co.us.

The LCC-IWLA chapter will be offering the NRA Range Safety Officer Course on June 19^th.  The course will run from 9:30am – 7:00pm. The fee for this course is$75 and the Registration deadline is Thursday June 3^rd.  A lite lunch and refreshments will be provided. To register for this course please email training.registrar@lcciwla.org.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Jim Olsen, 406-533-8451

BOZEMAN—Beginning this spring, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks’ Butte-area fisheries biologist Jim Olsen and his crew are tracking fish in the Big Hole River and they need anglers’ help.

Olsen and his crew are tagging approximately 10,000 fish over the next four years, mainly rainbow and brown trout, as well as a few cutthroats, whitefish and brook trout, to gather data about the movements and growth of these specific populations in the Big Hole River.

The crew will collect data from anglers who fish on the Big Hole from the BLM East Bank Fishing Access Site near Wise River to the FWP Pennington Bridge Fishing Access Site near Twin Bridges.

Anglers on the Jefferson and lower Beaverhead Rivers should also keep an eye out for tagged fish. Read more…

I wanted to provide a little update on our Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) Bull Run Chapter Annual Banquet that was held this past Saturday.

We had a great turnout in attendance this year even though we were experiencing August like weather with the temps in the 90s with high humidity. We met some new friends and some new potential committee members. We raised some good money for the RMEF, which will be greatly utilized in the reintroduction of elk in Virginia.

Here are some photos of the event:

Read more…

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Nearly 45,500 people from throughout the United States applied for this year’s quota elk hunts in Kentucky. Results will be available to applicants after 5 p.m. May 5 HERE, the Web site of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources.

Kentucky will issue 800 elk permits through its quota hunt lottery this year.

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources manages, regulates, enforces and promotes responsible use of all fish and wildlife species, their habitats, public wildlife areas and waterways for the benefit of those resources and for public enjoyment. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife is an agency of the Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet. For more information on the department, visit our Web site at fw.ky.gov.

Contact: Dave Baker (800) 858-1549, ext. 4454

Date:    Saturday, May 1, 2010
Time:    4:30pm – 9:00pm
Location:     BURKE VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT HALL
Street:    9501 Old Burke Lake Road

This event is to raise awareness and funds for wildlife habitat conservation. This type of events provides a large portion of funds the Elk Foundation uses to protect and enhance habitat.

We invite you to join in the Fun, Dinner, Friendship, Story Telling, Raffles, Silent and Live Auctions!!!

One of the Live Auctions will be for a Backcountry Elk hunt in Wyoming with Open Creek Outfitters. Another Live Auciton item is a Palace Resorts Mexican Vacation for 2 people for 8 days!

FOR TICKETS CALL:
Carl Hampton: 703-323-8671 or Rich Vigue: 703-317-0441 or online here: https://events.rmef.org/shop.aspx
SINGLE $ 65 /  COUPLE $ 95 / YOUTH $ 15
CORPORATE TABLES AVAILABLE

Catering is provided by Carolina Brothers Pit Barbeque located in Ashburn, VA.

**Ticket includes meal and 1 year Membership in RMEF

**A corporate table includes 1-Sponsor Membership, 3 – annual memberships and meals for 8 guests.

We hope to see you at an event soon!

BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY! COME JOIN US AT ELK CAMP IN THE NATION’S CAPITAL AND HELP US CELEBRATE THE 26th ANNIVERSARY OF THE RMEF!

Central Montana’s 16 th annual fishing day for youngsters will take place 9 a.m. to noon, June 5, at Wadsworth Pond on the west side of Great Falls.

As in past years, the Great Falls chapter of Walleyes Unlimited will give away free rod and reel outfits to youngsters who complete a series of educational stations. Again this year, if a child brings a rod and reel, the youngster will receive a free tackle box with tackle.

No fishing license is required that day at Wadsworth and Fish, Wildlife and Parks has stocked several thousand rainbow trout in the pond.

To reach Wadsworth Pond head west on Central Avenue over I-15, turn north on 34 th St. NW, then turn west on Wilkinson Lane and follow to the park.

Groups participating include: Walleyes Unlimited, FWP, U.S. Forest Service, Great Falls Area Amateur Radio Club, Malmstrom Air Force Base, Missouri River Flyfishers and the Great Falls Cross Country Club.

For more information contact FWP in Great Falls at 454-5840.