California BHA has been firing on all cylinders in 2022 not only with a record number of stewardship projects, but also on policy matters and advocating in the legislature. (link to a story map of BHA's Stewardship work on the ground this year) The Chapter signed 18 policy letters this year, 8 of which were authored by our board, on subjects like the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument, the Chumash National Marine Sanctuary, conservation land priorities for LWCF funding, wild and ...

Are you at that point in your hunting and/or angling journey where you wish to be more involved in an impactful way? One of the best ways to make a difference in conservation and get involved with Utah’s Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers is to become a chapter board member. As a board member, you will be at the forefront of state chapter efforts. From events to policy, you will be closely connected to chapter matters and be best positioned to drive positive change in our chapter. ...

The Canadian Armed Forces are defenders. Ranchers are stewards. Together they are incredible protectors of Canada's best resource, our land. When the Armed Forces Initiative (AFI) Canada Alberta Chapter reached out to the Waldron Ranch CO-OP for a fall archery elk hunt, these two groups quickly realized a lot of shared interest in protecting that land.    AFI serves as a branch of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers (BHA) to help serving military members and veterans access hunting and fishing ...

2022 was a time of change for Ohio BHA, as we continue to rebuild our ranks and host killer events across the state. Notable events included: A successful pint night at Land Grant Brewery on January 20, 2022 The Flies 'n Beer tying night at the Little Miami Brewing Company, featuring a tying competition and raffle of an awesome fly rod combo. The winner of the tying competition and cool poster! Maumee River Float and Cleanup - Aug. 27 Rub some dirt on it - Sept. 23 ...

The New Jersey Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers supports the New Jersey Fish and Game Council's vote to amend the Game Code and adopt a new black bear management plan for 2022 that permits hunting of bears once again.  Regulated hunting plays an integral role in sustaining healthy wildlife populations. Since restrictions were put on bear hunting starting in 2018, bear populations have exploded unchecked, resulting in significant increases in negative bear-human interactions. These ...