For Immediate Release April 18, 2024  Contact: Thomas Plank, 303-720-0111 plank@backcountryhunters.org  Final Public Lands Rule Will Elevate Conservation on Public Lands  WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the voice for our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) applauded the Public Lands Rule finalized today by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) recognizing conservation in public land management as a value on par with other uses. The rule represents a long ...

For Immediate Release April 16, 2024  Contact: Thomas Plank, 303-720-0111 plank@backcountryhunters.org  Chuckwalla National Monument Would Conserve, Connect Public Lands  WASHINGTON, D.C.— As the voice for our wild public lands, waters, and wildlife, Backcountry Hunters & Anglers (BHA) shared support today for the proposed Chuckwalla National Monument which would conserve approximately 627,000 acres of public lands in the vast desert of southern California.   This afternoon, Sens. Alex ...

The New Mexico State Land office is undergoing a public planning process for the 212 acre parcel of state land adjacent to Valle de Oro that was unilaterally closed to waterfowl hunting by the state land office in 2019. The area was closed with no opportunity for public comment beforehand. The New Mexico Chapter of Backcountry Hunters & Anglers was heavily engaged in fighting this hunting closure when it was taking place and later met with the Valle de Oro refuge manager to explore a ...

A Changing of the Guard This year's Washington chapter board retreat brought mixed emotions as my esteemed co-chair, Cameron Lankhaar, shared his decision to step down from his position. Cameron has been a cornerstone of our chapter's leadership, embodying a deep passion for Backcountry Hunters and Anglers and a relentless dedication to preserving our natural resources. His selfless commitment to the chapter's needs has been unwavering, making him not only an exemplary representation of our ...

The Vermont team of the New England Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers held a Maintenance Day at Dead Creek Wildlife Management Area  on April 13th, removing brush and trees on the West Branch dam helping to maintain the dam's structural integrity. The dam creates an 80-acre pond that is well known for its waterfowl hunting and fishing. Special thanks to all that showed up and Amy Alfieri of the VT Fish & Game for helping us set this up.          Want to join in on real, boots on the ...