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Chuckwalla National Monument Would Conserve, Connect Public Lands

[EasyDNNnewsLocalizedText:Author]: Thomas Plank

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 ...

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New Mexico BHA Tackles Kiowa Fence Improvements

[EasyDNNnewsLocalizedText:Author]: Abran Briseno

As Backcountry Hunters and Anglers members and Forest Service personnel gathered on Friday evening, newcomers were treated to the wide open vistas of the high plains, vast unbroken skylines and unfortunately, Eastern New Mexico spring winds. With gusts of up to 60 mph and sustained winds of 40 mph or so, volunteers buttoned up and scooted close to propane campfires as they got to know each other and planned out the work for the 4th Annual Kiowa National Grassland project. Neither night ...

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NM Waterfowl Hunters Comment on 2019 State Land Closure

[EasyDNNnewsLocalizedText:Author]: Katie DeLorenzo

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 ...

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New Mexico BHA Board Member Appointed to Habitat Stamp Committee

[EasyDNNnewsLocalizedText:Author]: Katie DeLorenzo

On March 8, 2024, Mark Mattaini (Paguate, NM), a member of the NM BHA board, was appointed by the New Mexico Game Commission to a five-year term on the Citizens’ Advisory Committee (CAC), which advises the New Mexico Habitat Stamp program (HSP) sponsored by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMDGF). (A Habitat Stamp is required, in addition to the proper license, to fish, hunt, or trap on US Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and US Forest Service (USFS) lands and waters in New ...

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A Changing of the Guard

[EasyDNNnewsLocalizedText:Author]: Dan Wilson

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 ...

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CT RECAP: Forest Clean-up and Invasives Foraging Class Naugatuck State Forest April 2024

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The Connecticut team of the New England Chapter of Backcountry Hunters and Anglers joined Joe Ross, arborist and founder of eattheplanet.org, and Amy Demers, founder of CT Foraging Club, for a class on foraging invasives. Attendees identified and learned how to utilize edible and medicinal invasive plants in the forest. After the class, participants helped out in the removal of invasive plants and garbage at Naugatuck State Forest. Want to join in on more events like this? Join HERE

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VT Recap: Maintenance Day at Dead Creek WMA April 2024

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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 ...

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Oklahoma 2024 Spring Newsletter

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Public Lands to Benefit from Final BLM Oil and Gas Leasing Rule

Author: Kaden McArthur

A new rule finalized today by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will help to avoid conflict between oil and gas leasing and wildlife habitat on public lands enjoyed by hunters and anglers. The Fluid Mineral Leases and Leasing Process Rule will reform and update regulations for oil and gas leasing on public lands stewarded by the BLM. The rule builds upon reforms to oil and gas leasing supported by BHA that were passed into law through the Inflation Reduction Act in 2022. Ninety percent of ...

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Arkansas Backcountry Hunters and Anglers Contributes $5,000 to Arkansas Game and Fish for Black Bear Research

[EasyDNNnewsLocalizedText:Author]: Drew Garrison

Arkansas Backcountry Hunters and Anglers has made a donation of $5,000 to support black bear research efforts undertaken by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC). This contribution, sourced from the ticket sales of the 2024 Black Bear Bonanza, underscores Arkansas BHA's commitment to wildlife conservation and preservation of natural habitats in Arkansas. The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission is responsible for the conservation and management of Arkansas's fish and wildlife resources. ...

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