TSV - May 20 2024

Congressional Fishing Tournament Highlights Fisheries Conservation Through Friendly Competition

On Monday, May 20, CSF's 5th Annual Congressional Fishing Competition brought together industry partners and Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus staff to celebrate sportsmen and women’s vast conservation contributions and to also help attendees stay informed on issues that are important to protect the nation’s aquatic resources and angler access.

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in California Deer

CWD is a slow and progressive neurological disease occurring in free ranging and farmed cervid species that is always fatal and has been detected in many areas where it was not historically identified in recent years. On May 7, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife issued a news bulletin stating that the first confirmed case of CWD in California was discovered after samples collected from two deer were tested.

Granite Stater’s Privacy Protected; Governor’s Signature Awaits

By prohibiting financial institutions from distinguishing firearm retailers from other general or sporting-goods retailers and prohibiting the existence of a list or registry of privately owned firearms in the State, HB 1186 ensures that hunters and recreational shooters may continue to lawfully purchase the sporting equipment needed to partake in New Hampshire’s rich outdoor traditions without being tracked for the purchases.

CSF Celebrates the Effectiveness of the CSC With Some Healthy Competition at Annual Congressional Clays Event

Last week, Members of the Congressional Sportsmen’s Caucus and industry partners gathered for a day of fun and fierce competition at the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation’s annual bipartisan Congressional Clays Competition.

CSF Supports Land Conservation Legislation in North Carolina

With North Carolina being one of the most rapidly growing states in the country, it is increasingly important to support landowners interested in conserving their property. North Carolina’s private lands provide important access for hunting and fishing, but as properties are developed, wildlife habitat and hunting and fishing access is often lost.

The Fight Continues: Bill to Ban Hunting Contests Revived After Missing Deadline

IL HB 2900 would prohibit Illinois hunters from organizing and participating in furbearer hunting tournaments. Despite successful efforts by CSF that contributed to IL HB 2900 missing its initial deadline to advance from the House of Representatives, a special Rules Committee vote was held last week (nearly a month later) to extend that deadline.

Congress Prioritizes Parity for Forest Landowners Through Easement Program (The Conservation Fund)

Lottery for Alligator Harvests on Wildlife Management Areas Announced (Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries)

Florida Right to Hunt and Fish Constitutional Amendment Polling Well (Newsweek)

Migratory Bird Hunting Seasons Announced (Indiana Department of Natural Resources)

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Opposes Plan to Eradicate Deer Population on Catalina Island (Los Angeles Times)

Colorado Legislators Approve Wolverine Reintroduction (The Colorado Sun)

NRA Files a Lawsuit Against the State of New Mexico Over Gun Purchase Waiting Periods (National Rifle Association)

TSV Host Fred is joined by Jana Waller of Skullbound TV Fame and Jules McQueen, President of Carbon TV, to discuss their experiences with hunting. After catching up about their plans for turkey hunting and bear hunting in the spring, the conversation turns to a wide range of topics such as the challenges of being a non-resident hunter, the excitement of having multiple species tags, and the topic of women in the outdoors and the challenges they face, including criticism and attacks from both men and women.

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