FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  Jan. 16, 2025    Contact:  Kaden McArthur, Director of Policy and Government Relations, mcarthur@backcountryhunters.org    Proposed Legislation Targets Century-Old Presidential Authority to Protect Public Lands    Washington, D.C. – Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA), the leading voice for North America’s public lands, waters, and wildlife, today condemned a newly-introduced bill that threatens critical conservation efforts under the guise of restoring authority ...

The meeting gathered at Las Cruses. Five Commissioners were present in the room at the beginning of the meeting (Chair Stump, Vice Chair Sharon Salazar Hickey, Dr. Sabrina Pack, Tirzio Lopez, Fernando Clemente Jr.), while Commissioner Gregg Fulfir joined virtually. I attended this meeting virtually due to travel issues and a COVID diagnosis. As usual, the meeting began with a Call to Order, Roll Call, Pledge of Allegiance, Introduction of Guests, Approval of the Agenda, and Approval of ther ...

Elk Hoof Disease 101 – What You Need to Know About the Disease Afflicting Elk in the Pacific Northwest and Beyond Finding an elk herd in the thick, fog-laced forests of Southwest Washington can be like finding a needle in a haystack. Rolling hills create countless pockets of concealment, often limiting visibility beyond 100 yards to clear-cuts and the sparse pasture or agricultural field. When a herd is found, it's not hard to get caught up in the excitement – we become absorbed in taking ...

We are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Public Lands & Waters Photo Contest! Your breathtaking photography from across North America truly captured the essence of our public lands, waters, and wildlife, reigniting our fire for conservation and reminding us why we do what we do. The Prizes We would like to extend a huge thank you to our sponsors Seek Outside, Stone Glacier, Sage Fly Fishing, Sitka, Weston, Benchmade Knives, and Dometic for this year’s incredible photo contest ...

      2025 with Alaska BHA Alaska BHA has been active in Southcentral Alaska attending the Board of Game meetings, talking with partners and sponsors about plans for this spring, and planning for our Small Game Pint Night at Bearpaw Brewing (Railroad Ave.) tonight! Bonus Raffle Tickets: Weatherby Mark V Hunter in 6.5 Creedmoor raffle tickets will be on sale at this event. Drawing is February 21st at a Draw Results Party in Anchorage. Stay tuned for more info coming ...