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The Voice for our
wild public lands,
waters, and wildlife

 

Through advocacy, education, and boots-on-the-ground action, we work to keep public lands in public hands and access within reach of all who roam.

YOUR VOICE. YOUR LANDS. YOUR MOVE.

TAKE ACTION

Our Action Center makes it easy to contact decision-makers and advocate for the wild places that belong to us all.

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Help conserve the wild, open spaces that make hunting and fishing possible — today and tomorrow.

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This is more than a membership, it’s a movement. Join us in being a force for the backcountry.

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WHEREVER YOU ROAM,
WE'LL MEET YOU THERE.

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THE LATEST NEWS

ISSUES THAT MATTER

Your access to wild public lands and waters, and opportunities for hunting and fishing, are under threat. Join us in defending the issues that matter most: public access, conserving vital habitats, and upholding the principles of fair chase. Let's stand united for public lands and waters to uphold the freedom, solace, and challenge of the backcountry experience.  

 

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BOOTS ON THE GROUND

At BHA, we don’t just talk about our love of wild places — we prove it. From removing old fencing and helping maintain trails to Public Land Packouts and planting native vegetation, our members roll up their sleeves to improve the backcountry for all.

 

HABITAT STEWARDSHIP

UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Public Lands Day Virtual Rally

    Event Start Date: 9/24/2025 2:00 PM

    Event End Date: 9/24/2025 3:00 PM

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  • 2026 North Country Icebreaker

    Event Start Date: 1/23/2026 5:00 PM

    Event End Date: 1/25/2026 9:00 AM

    Cost per place: $85.00

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  • 2026 Black Bear Bonanza

    Event Start Date: 3/7/2026 8:00 AM

    Event End Date: 3/7/2026 4:00 PM

    Cost: $0.00

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GEAR THAT GIVES BACK

Our gear doesn’t just look good — it stands for something. Every item in the BHA store helps fund our work to conserve our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife. And it’s the only place you’ll find official Public Land Owner® merch, a mark that reflects not just what you believe, but how you live. So, go ahead. Grab what you like to support the places you love.

 

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JOIN BHA TODAY!

There’s more than one way to be a public land owner — and all are welcome here.

BHA members come from all walks of life: hunters, anglers, hikers, paddlers, trail enthusiasts, and military members. Some join for the mission. Some for the magazine. Others for the community. No matter your "why," there’s a membership that fits and a place for you under the BHA tent.

Exclusive Member Benefits:

  •  Backcountry Journal Subscription
  •  BHA Decals
  •  Special Discounts
  •  Event Invitations
  •  Monthly eNewsletter
  •  Feel Good

 

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With BHA SMS alerts, you’ll get urgent updates so you can take action when it matters most.

 

THE BACKCOUNTRY JOURNAL

Backcountry Journal is your quarterly membership magazine. Each issue covers conservations issues, BHA news and exciting hunting and fishing stories from your wild public lands, waters and wildlife across North America.

 

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