In July, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers and Hunters of Color hosted a free, all-inclusive, two-day workshop for those who wanted to learn more about hunting, wild food and the conservation community. Day One consisted of an evening at the Filson Portland Store, where we had free-flowing conversations about conservation groups and actions in the Oregon and Washington areas. Day One started at the Filson Store in Portland, OR. Event speakers are excited to introduce people to hunting. From ...

Alaska AFI leader David May had the opportunity to represent the program.  Have a listen below.   https://sourdoughoutdoorsmen.buzzsprout.com/1443304/10367598 This time on Lead and Line, Brandon and Dave sit down with Dave From the Alaska Armed Forces Initiative with Backcountry Hunters and Anglers.  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alaska-wild-project/id1558002341?i=1000564492557 Post military facial hair, being a girl dad with 3 girls, Campbell lake public access easement and local ...

Above: Women in the Woods Elk Camp in Colorado. Photos by Ryan McSparren.   By Kassi Smith The ray of light as dawn breaks over the High Rockies. The distorted reflection of mountain giants just below the waters’ surface. A held breath as the first mallard sets for landing. These experiences are visceral, and they are ubiquitous. Like many, I wasn’t born into a family that recreates outdoors; but even so, my earliest memories are of escaping into wild spaces. Before the age of 10, I would ...

BHA's Hunting for Sustainability program has its roots in Montana, so it's no surprise that the program has seen some of its most impactful achievements here. Working in tandem with the Collegiate Program, H4S gives college students to knowledge and skills to hunt safely, legally, and ethically. This semester, both programs celebrated the addition of a brand new H4S workshop focused on learning to hunt waterfowl at the Teller Wildlife Refuge. With an eye on expanding these programs to new ...