Take a minute to join Oregon BHA in urging your legislator to help stop the privatization of wildlife and public hunting opportunity in the state.

Long term re-authorization and funding for Wisconsin's popular Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Fund (KNSF) remains a major priority for Wisconsin BHA.  This state funding source remains one of Wisconsin's key sources of public access and public lands funding.  In a show of force and widespread support for the KNSF, Wisconsin BHA joined a group of 50 organizations in sending an impressive letter, urging legislators to take bold action to keep this bipartisan program alive by securing long term ...

The Nevada chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has been busy since the start of the state’s legislative session. Sportsman and women from across the state have been deeply involved with the bills that have been introduced in both the Assembly and Senate. The chapter is looking forward in helping to promote and pass bills that would increase public access for recreation on public lands that include hunting and fishing.   Senate Bill 316 will enact penalties for any person illegally ...

The Idaho chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers recently donated $1,000 worth of supplies to help build a new 3D archery range near Boise.  The range will be located on the Boise River WMA and will be managed by Idaho Fish & Game.   The range will be open from May - November each year and will include 2 loop tracks with various high-quality 3D animal targets.  The Idaho chapter of BHA is gathering a group of volunteers to help with the range construction on April 20 and April 27.   The ...

Above: The 2018 Hike to Hunt kickoff. by Josh Mills So you’re going to Rendezvous, huh? Get excited. You’re about to be part of the biggest public lands party you’ve ever seen. Your mind is about to be blown, you’ll meet countless likeminded people – who come from a vast array of backgrounds – united in the spirit of fair chase and public lands and waters activism. Saddle up, partners; it’s a wild ride.Advice from navigating the past three Rendezvous: Introduce yourself to anyone and ...