AFI Event Review AR Snow Goose Feb 2023 Thank you so much for inviting me on the recent learn to snow goose hunt event. I've never been much of a hunter, but I've always been curious, and to be honest I was not thrilled with being selected for the snow goose hunt out of the four or five events, I have a plied for. I've seen the piles of 100 Snowgoose dead on social media and thought it didn't seem like a fair chase or in line with the conservation ethic I hold myself to. However, after ...

On Saturday, July 13th and Sunday, July 14th, the Indiana chapter put in some serious work at the Willow Slough FWA, a 10,000 acre property near Morocco, Indiana. This property borders Illinois, so it was fitting that we had two members from the Illinois chapter join us. The property manager, Mike Schoof, is in the process of changing the boundaries of the waterfowl resting area in order to create better conditions for migratory birds. We helped out by removing signs from areas of the ...

On June 29th, a dedicated team of volunteers rolled up their sleeves to breathe new life into the Spotted Dog Wildlife Management Area. Our mission was to dismantle outdated fencing and restore crucial habitat for the diverse wildlife that call this area home. Armed with determination and the necessary tools, the group tackled a demanding stretch of terrain, methodically removing multiple strands of barbed wire that spanned over a quarter mile. The challenge was amplified by a particularly ...

The Colorado chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) recently appointed Jarret Childers to serve as an Assistant Regional Director for the Southwest Colorado region. Jarret was born in northern Arizona but spent most of his youth in the southern part of the state exploring the unique landscape and often hunting and fishing for whatever was nearby with his family. Growing up Jarret was the “bird dog” on many dove and quail hunts, even when an actual dog was present! He tagged along ...

Minnesota BHA volunteers gathered  on June 29th in the Superior National Forest in Northeast Minnesota to improve access of hunter walking trails that had become nearly inaccessible for hunting.  The project, taking place on public land, was spearheaded by Minnesota Board Member Timo Rova, who coordinated with staff from the National Forest Service to identify a priority area for restoration. The mission for the day was to restore hunter and dog walking access by bucking downed trees with ...