Author: Adam Back

Government Funding Legislation Prioritizes Conservation Programs

The US Senate and House of Representatives have passed legislation to fund the federal government, including funding for several critical conservation programs. In particular, the North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA), one of DU’s highest priority programs, received record funding of $50 million.

“The record funding for NAWCA is a home run for the most successful wetland conservation program in the nation,” said DU Executive Director Adam Putnam. “DU and our partners have worked with this Congress from start to finish to ensure that critical conservation programs like NAWCA remained a priority, and the end-of-year funding reflects that. We are grateful to our legislator friends from both parties who recognize the immense value of conservation, and we look forward to shifting these dollars into the landscape for the benefit of wildlife, people, and our environment.”

NAWCA is a voluntary matching grant program that leverages federal and non-federal funds for wetland restoration. Since its enactment in 1989, the NAWCA has conserved more than 30 million acres and created an average of 7,500 new jobs per year. Every dollar spent by the federal government, on average, receives a $3 match from program partners like Ducks Unlimited. Further demonstrating the effectiveness of investments made by wetland programs like NAWCA, the recent State of the Birds report revealed widespread bird losses in all habitats except wetlands.

The legislation also includes the Charitable Conservation Easements Integrity Act, which stops the abuse of syndicated conservation easements and reserves deductions for genuine charitable conservation purposes. Also included were important policy provisions from the Incremental Climate Solutions Act and the USDA’s Sponsorship of Sustainability Targets in Agriculture to Incentivize Natural Solutions (SUSTAINS) Act.

Notable conservation programs receiving funding:

• North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) – $50 million
• Partners for Fish and Wildlife: $60.2 million
• Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) – $368 million
• Delaware River Watershed Conservation Act – $11.5 million
• Chesapeake Bay Program – $92 million
• Chesapeake WILD Program: $8 million
• North American Waterfowl Management Plan/Joint Venture Programs – $16.8 million
• National Wildlife Refuge System – $541.5 million
• State and Tribal Wildlife Grant Programs: $73.8 million
• Assistance to rice farmers – $250 million
• NRCS Conservation Operations: $941.1 million

For more information, visit www.ducks.org and be sure to follow DU’s Twitter feeds: @DucksUnlimited and @DUConsmerve – For the latest Ducks Unlimited news.

Ducks Unlimited Inc. is the world’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving North America’s continually disappearing waterfowl habitats. Established in 1937, Ducks Unlimited has conserved more than 15 million acres thanks to the contributions of more than one million supporters across the continent. Guided by science and dedicated to program efficiency, DU works toward the vision of enough wetlands to fill the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow, and forever. To learn more about our work, visit www.ducks.org.

Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions has been named the inaugural recipient of the DSC Foundation Education Award.

The DSC Foundation is pleased to announce that Shane Mahoney of Conservation Visions is the inaugural recipient of the DSC Foundation Education Award. Recognizing the need to educate the public, media, and elected officials about the benefits of science-based wildlife management and legal and regulated hunting, this award recognizes the contribution of organizations or individuals who educate meaningful and unique information to others about wildlife conservation.

Shane Mahoney, founder and CEO of Conservation Visions, is an internationally recognized conservationist and wildlife advocate, and is considered one of the leading experts on the North American model of wildlife conservation. Mahoney, a former Director of Wildlife Research and Executive Director of Sustainable Development and Science for the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, strongly believes in the benefits of communicating the science of conservation and sustainable use of wildlife to the general public. His views are respected across the spectrum of the conservation world: in the scientific and professional wildlife communities, as well as in NGOs, the outdoor industry, and the hunting and non-hunting public alike.

Winner of numerous awards, Mahoney is admired as a tireless worker on behalf of wildlife and a vocal advocate for sustainable use as a conservation tool. Currently, he serves as Vice President of the IUCN Livelihoods and Sustainable Use Specialist Group, International Liaison for the Wildlife Society, and Chairman of the Policy and Law Division of the International Council for Wildlife Conservation. and the Hunt.

Conservation Visions’ motto, “One Natural World, One Humanity, One Opportunity…Conservation Matters,” reflects Mahoney’s belief that the conservation movement is more important today than ever. He also underscores his belief that the future of wildlife and humanity are inseparable, and that only through an emphasis on our shared dependence on the world’s ecological landscapes can we deliver a sustainable future for all living things. Her love for wild animals and nature, and her concern for human cultures and rural livelihoods have long been recognized. So too, she has her ability and talent to speak on her behalf.

“We are delighted to recognize Shane Mahoney and Conservation Visions for their efforts to engage the public and inform policy on wildlife conservation issues, challenges and needs,” says Corey Mason, Executive Director of the DSC Foundation. “Mahoney, who is the CEO of Conservation Visions, provides unique and valuable global leadership in virtually all areas of conservation, including biodiversity protection and sustainable use. As a long-time partner of the DSC Foundation, Conservation Visions is the ideal inaugural winner of this award.”

Mahoney has been a designated adjunct professor at several Canadian universities and served as an adviser to numerous conservation organizations. His scientific research has focused primarily on predator-prey interactions and population dynamics of large mammals and has been presented in a wide range of peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, technical reports, and international symposia. He is also widely recognized as a leading authority on North American conservation history and policy and has been at the forefront of debates on sustainable use issues in both the United States and Canada. Recognized as a communicator on these issues, he has worked extensively in various media, writing and narrating for radio, contributing to popular magazines and technical magazines., presenting and narrating television series for various entities, including the British Broadcast Corporation, and producing independent films. She has lectured before various audiences around the world.

“Communication on behalf of wildlife and the inseparable nature of the interdependence of humans and wildlife has been at the center of my life and career,” says Mahoney. “I am deeply grateful for this recognition from the DSC Foundation. “

About DSC

A member of IUCN, DSC is a mission-focused conservation organization funded by hunters from around the world. With a small administrative staff and a volunteer army of 500, DSC hosts its annual Convention which raises funds for conservation, education and advocacy grants. In the last three years, more than $5 million has been distributed to qualified projects, organizations and programs in support of our mission. Get involved with DSC at www.biggame.org.

About DSCF

The DSC Foundation is a not-for-profit corporation organized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. The DSC Foundation fulfills DSC’s mission to conserve wildlife and wildlands, educate youth and the general public, and promote and protect the rights and interests of hunters throughout the world. Learn more about the DSC Foundation at www.dscf.org.

Blaser Group will join Blaser Safaris at the Dallas Safari Club Convention and Expo from January 5-8, 2023 as they will showcase world-class safari destinations as well as the newest products from the Blaser, Mauser, Sauer and Liemke Thermal lines. Optics. . DSC members are invited to stop by booth #4427 to learn more about the Blaser Group offerings, including the Blaser-owned Sney Rivier Lodge, located at the base of the Khoma Highlands in Namibia, at only two hours drive from Windhoek airport. Here, hunters can pursue more than 20 species of game, from sable to leopard, in stunning scenery. The main lodge boasts the highest levels of luxury, combining exceptional accommodation and cuisine, with the thrill of hunting in the wild. The architecture and design are inspired by nature and hunting, blurring the boundaries between inside and outside. Within sight of the main house and guest chalets is a watering hole where game can be watched throughout the day. The Sney Rivier Lodge is also known for its rigorous conservation efforts to protect native wildlife.

“The DSC Convention & Expo is a highlight event we look forward to each year,” said Jason Evans, CEO of Blaser Group. “Members appreciate true quality, whether it’s firearms, optics or hunting, and are passionate about conservation, just like we at Blaser Group. We are excited to spend time with our clients and fellow hunters there and are proud to showcase Blaser Safaris and their premier Sney Rivier Lodge in Namibia. We welcome all attendees to our booth to learn more about our products and the exclusive hunting lodge that will book hunts for 2023 and beyond.”

Blaser Group’s newest products include the Blaser R8 Ultimate Carbon rifle, German designed and manufactured Liemke Luchs thermal optics, Sauer SL5 Waterfowl and Select shotguns, and Blaser B2 scopes, among others.

The DSC Convention & Expo is held each year at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas. The event has generated more than $5 million for hunter conservation, education and advocacy initiatives around the world.

About Blaser Group

The Blaser Group is the official US importer of the iconic German firearms brands Blaser, Mauser and JP Sauer; English gunsmith John Rigby & Co.; Minox Optics and Liemke Thermal Optics. Established in 2006, the San Antonio, Texas-based company works with distributors, wholesalers and more than 200 Blaser Group authorized dealers in every North American state, and this number is continually growing. Today, Blaser Group’s industry-leading product portfolio includes combination bolt action rifles and over and over shotguns designed specifically for hunters and competitive shooters. Their custom shop offers exclusive engravings, design work and custom finishes for bespoke weapons. With recent innovations, Blaser Group has expanded its product portfolio into cutting-edge optics and accessory lines. For more information on the company and product lines, visit: www.blaser-group.com.

Mogador, OH. TenPoint Crossbow Technologies recently released its latest blazingly fast crossbow with increased accuracy and safe disarming: the NEW Viper 430. A faster, narrower, more accurate version of the best-selling Viper S400 crossbow, the Viper 430 fires 40 FPS faster with an arrow of 400 grains than the previous Viper, it measures nearly an inch narrower at a sleek 6.5 inches narrow and generates improved long-range accuracy out to 100 yards.

At the heart of the Viper’s blistering speed upgrade is an increased power stroke that now measures 13 inches and our RX6-Cam™ system, which generates incredible rotation to produce speeds of 430 feet per second with the 400 arrow. grains included. The crossbow’s revolutionary Vector-Quad™ cable technology uses four cables instead of the traditional two, eliminating cam droop and generating a straight nock travel that leads to lower-range accuracy in the same bore.

The Viper 430 generates greater down-range accuracy thanks to the combination of its NEW Scope Struts and the NEW RangeMaster® 100 Scope. Dual scope struts, along with a NEW longer (+1.5”) dovetail, provide rock-solid stability for the heaviest night vision or rangefinder scopes and exponential scope durability, resulting in ensures that the scope rail will not move if it is dropped while hunting . Dual aluminum Scope Struts increase strength and stiffness by 80%. Additionally, the dovetail allows for more reach adjustments, heavier reach options, and provides the strength of a full-length rail without the added weight.

The NEW RangeMaster 100 takes our proven platform and adds a new reticle, offering crosshairs out to 100 yards. The 2-7 variable rate scope accommodates the fastest crossbow shots between 380-505 FPS. Its enhanced glass provides the shooter with greater image clarity and brightness, allowing for maximum long-range accuracy.

“From speed to maneuverability to accuracy, we’ve taken one of our best-selling crossbows to date and improved it in every way,” said Phil Bednar, CEO of TenPoint. “With more speed and safe takedown at a better price than its competition, the Viper 430 is poised to dominate the narrow crossbow market.”

The patented ACUslide™ cocking and decocking system features the automatic brake gear system that sets TenPoint apart from all other decocking crossbows on the market. The patented automatic brake eliminates the possibility of losing control during disarming, which can lead to injury and costly bow damage. While cocking and uncocking with the ACUslide, the user can remove their hand from the handle at any point, without further action, and the handle will stop in place. Also, while most crossbow crank cocking devices require more than 15 lbs. of force to operate, the ACUslide allows you to quietly cock the crossbow with only 5 lbs. of force, making it easy to operate for people of all ages and abilities.

Like all TenPoint ACUslide crossbows, the Viper 430 features the S1™ trigger. This 2-stage, zero-creep design features an advanced roller-seal system that delivers a consistent, crisp 3.5-pound pull. The trigger is equipped with a new DFI (Dry-Fire-Inhibitor) and is equipped with a nylon filament arrow retention brush that improves grip and arrow alignment to reduce noise and vibration. An integrated string stop system is also included to further reduce noise and vibration.

The 19-inch MICRO-TRAC™ barrel reduces string-to-barrel contact by 50% to provide greater accuracy and the longest string life in the industry, outperforming competitive crossbows by hundreds of times. shots.

The ultralight two-piece TEC-TACTICAL™ stock is designed to be comfortable for shooters of all sizes and includes an adjustable butt plate that adjusts 1″ to provide an ideal fit. The stock is also compatible with the optional raised cheek comb from TenPoint to ensure perfect alignment with today’s popular rangefinder optics.

The Viper 430 is 33 inches long (without Sentry Bowhanger) and 6.5 inches wide and shoots at 430 feet per second.

The Viper 430 is also equipped with the Sentry Bowhanger which allows the hunter to easily hang their bow on the bow holder and keeps the broad nose within the bow profile for use on a ground blind.

Decked out in TenPoint’s exclusive Vektra™ camo or Moss Green, the Viper 430 ships fully assembled and includes a Ready-To-Hunt package.

Package includes:

• ACUslide cocking and decocking system
• RangeMaster 100 Variable Speed ​​Reach
• Pro Elite 400™ Carbon Crossbow Shaft 3 Pack (.003″ Straightness)
• Integrated chain stop system
• Quiver of 3 arrows
• Sentinel Bow Suspender

Viper 430 MAP:

• $1,799.99 – Vektra Camo
• $1,699.99 – Moss Green

TenPoint Crossbow Technologies is 100% American owned and operated, and all of their crossbow models are manufactured in Mogadore, OH.

For more information, contact Keith Arnold, National Sales Manager (800) 548-6837 or https://www.tenpointcrossbows.com/product/viper-430/

BELLEVUE, WA – A federal lawsuit supported by the Second Amendment Foundation and the Firearms Policy Coalition has been filed in New York, challenging the state’s ban on so-called “assault weapons.” The plaintiffs are represented by lawyers from SAF and FPC. The case is known as Lane vs. James.

The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York, on behalf of New York residents J. Mark Lane of Larchmont and James Sears of Irving. They are represented by attorneys Cody Wisniewski, Adam Kraut, who is also SAF’s CEO, and Nicolas J. Rotsko.

The defendants are New York State Attorney General Letitia James, Superintendent of State Police. Steven A. Nigrelli and Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah in their official duties.

“The issue of this lawsuit is very clear,” said SAF founder and executive vice president Alan M. Gottlieb. “Both Sears and Lane are law-abiding New York residents who want to own modern semi-automatic sport utility rifles, such as the AR-15, for lawful purposes, including target shooting and home defense. Such rifles are in common use throughout the country, yet in the Empire State citizens face the threat of arrest, forfeiture, prosecution, fines, and imprisonment for legally using such rifles.”

The lawsuit alleges that when the Second Circuit previously upheld New York’s ban on semi-automatic vehicles in 2015, the court relied on a two-step test that has since been rejected by the US Supreme Court. bruen decision as “one step too many”. Because the Second Circuit found that the so-called “assault weapons” at issue are in common use, it should have held that New York’s ban violates the Second Amendment. This new action will allow the Second Circuit to correct the situation.

The lawsuit seeks a ruling declaring that Lane and Sears have a fundamental right to keep and bear arms, and that New York law’s prohibition of common semiautomatic firearms is a violation of rights guaranteed by the Amendments. Second and Fourteenth. The plaintiffs also seek a permanent injunction on the enforcement of the New York ban.

“We are simply asking the court to uphold the Constitution,” Gottlieb declared.

The Second Amendment Foundation (www.saf.org) is the nation’s oldest and largest tax-exempt education, research, publication, and legal action group focusing on the constitutional right and inheritance to own and own guns. fire privately. Founded in 1974, the Foundation has grown to more than 720,000 members and supporters and runs many programs designed to better inform the public about the consequences of gun control.

The Association was disappointed to learn that in the final hours of negotiation, the US Wildlife Recovery Act was not included in the final language of the year-end 2023 Omnibus package. The deadlock had little to do with the content of the bill, which has broad support, but time has run out.

This bipartisan legislation would have dedicated $1.3 billion annually to state fish and wildlife agencies to implement their science-based Wildlife Action Plans and an additional $97.5 million to tribal fish and wildlife managers to conserve fish. and wildlife on tribal lands and waters. This funding would have allowed state fish and wildlife agencies to implement proactive solutions to conserve more than 12,000 species most in need of conservation and prevent wildlife from becoming threatened or endangered without raising taxes.

“The need for America’s Wildlife Recovery Act is indisputable and the urgency never greater,” said Curt Melcher, Director of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife and President of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. . “The fact that this transformative legislation was not included on the omnibus is not a reflection of the value or endorsement of the policy. Bold visions often take time to realize and we will be equally bold in our perseverance for this funding solution for our fish and wildlife and future generations.”

“The Association is very grateful for the unwavering effort and unprecedented commitment of Senator Heinrich, Senator Blunt, Congresswoman Dingell, and the conservation community to get the America’s Wildlife Recovery Act signed into law in the 117th Congress.” said Sara Parker Pauley, Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation and past president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “Although we didn’t cross the finish line this year, we look forward to continuing the conversation in the New Year.”

“The bipartisan America’s Wildlife Recovery Act is the most important wildlife legislation in half a century, and we must find a way to pass it. The landmark legislation will empower states, tribes and territories to ensure that the full diversity of fish, wildlife and plants thrives for future generations,” said Collin O’Mara, President and CEO of the National Wildlife Federation. “Inaction is the ally of extinction, and we will continue to push tirelessly to ensure the bill does not meet the same fate faced by thousands of species of wildlife and plants.”

“It has been an epic year for the RAWA, with positive action in both the US House of Representatives and Senate,” said Ron Regan, RAWA Executive Director. of Fish and Wildlife Agencies. “Unfortunately, as close as we got to the goal line, it didn’t quite work. As disappointing as it is, we will be back in the ring in the new year and continue to advocate for broader and sustained funding on behalf of state fish and wildlife agencies. Our thanks to Senators Heinrich and Blunt and Representative Dingell for their truly remarkable, vibrant, rich and incredible leadership, and to the many conservation partners across the country for their unwavering support of this legacy bill.” Added Regan: “Given all the goodwill and support for RAWA in both chambers and across parties, I sincerely hope Congress works quickly into the new year, right from the start, to make this legislation a reality as soon as possible. ”

The Association would like to show our gratitude to our champions, Senators Heinrich, Senator Blunt, Congresswoman Dingell, the more than 200 members of Congress who cosponsored the United States Wildlife Recovery Act, and our many partners and friends. conservationists who worked tirelessly to pass the bill. The US Wildlife Recovery Act remains the most impactful wildlife conservation bill in a generation and has the support of more than 70% of Americans. Our current funding model can no longer keep up with the needs of the full variety of fish and wildlife in this country, nearly a third of which are most at risk of extinction. The Association will continue to work to get a modern wildlife conservation funding bill passed in the New Year.

These critical efforts have been supported by the Alliance for America’s Fish & Wildlife, whose purpose is to create a 21st century funding model for critically needed conservation of our nation’s most precious natural resources, our fish and wildlife. This effort built on the strong partnership created by the Blue Ribbon Panel on Sustaining America’s Diverse Fish & Wildlife Resources, which consists of members representing the outdoor recreation, retail and manufacturing sector, the energy and automotive industries, private homeowners, educational institutions, sports and other conservation organizations, and state and federal fish and wildlife agencies.

The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies— the organization representing North America’s fish and wildlife agencies — promotes sound resource management and conservation, and speaks out on important fish and wildlife issues. Found on the web at www.fishwildlife.orgon Facebook /Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies and on twitter @fishwildlife.

Savage Arms is proud to announce the latest addition to their line of pistols, the Savage 1911 Government Style models. Built for rugged use and unmatched accuracy, Savage’s 1911s bring modern technology to a proven platform and deliver reliability, accuracy, and performance that will stand out among competitive offerings.

“Savage ended 2021 with the introduction of the Stance, a 9mm micro-compact pistol,” said Beth Shimanski, Savage Arms director of marketing. “One year later, in 2022, we are finishing strong once again in the field of firearms with the release of the Savage 1911 Government Style models. We are very excited to introduce this iconic firearm bearing the Savage name.”

This revolutionary firearm is built to the exacting standards of precision and reliability that have come to define Savage Arms across all platforms and categories. With features that offer optimum performance for all shooting enthusiasts, this classic pistol gets the ultimate Savage treatment.

“I have worked in the firearms industry for more than 30 years and began my career as a professional shooter,” said Rob Gates, Savage Arms vice president of sales and marketing. “This Savage 1911 is as real as it gets and shoots better than any 1911 production I’ve handled in my 30+ years in this industry.”

With a look that pays homage to the classic design, the Savage 1911 has a double recoil spring and machined sear and disconnect, a nitride-coated titanium firing pin, and weighs just over 2 LBS with a 5″ long barrel. Finishes range from black melonite to stainless steel and the Savage 1911 is sure to be the leading single action pistol of 2023.

Features of the new model include:

• 5” stainless steel barrel machined from billet with 11º target crown
• Ambidextrous Slide Lock Security
• Double recoil spring with fully machined sear and hammer
• Lowered, flared and cut ejection port for ejection of live projectiles
• Forged stainless steel frame and slide
• Nirtide coated titanium firing pin
• Novak® low-mount adjustable tritium bar rear sight and yellow Tritium Mega Dot Glow Dome™ front sight (rail and two-tone versions)
• VZ G10 grips

Part Number / Description / MSRP

67200 / Government Style, Black Melonite 45 AUTO / $1,350
67204 / Gov’t Style, Black Melonite 9MM / $1,350
67202 / government style, stainless 45 AUTO / $1,350
67205 / Government Style, 9MM Stainless / $1,350
67201 / Government Style 2-Tone 45 AUTOMATIC / $1,425
67206 / Government Style 2 Tone 9MM / $1,425
67207 / Government Style Rail Gun, 2 Tone 45 AUTO / $1,500
67208 / Government Style Railgun, 2-Tone 9MM / $1,500
67203 / Government style rail gun, stainless 45 AUTO / $1,500
67209 / Government Style Rail Gun, Stainless 9MM / $1,500
67210 / Government Style Railgun, Black Melonite 45 AUTO / $1,500
67211 / Government Style Railgun, Black Melonite 9MM / $1,500

For more information on the Savage 1911 Government Model, visit savagearms.com and visit your local Savage retailer or distributor.

about wild

Headquartered in Westfield, Massachusetts, Savage has been producing firearms for more than 125 years. Savage is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of rimfire and centerfire shotguns and rifles for hunting, competition and target shooting. Their firearms are best known for their accuracy, performance, and innovation. The entrepreneurial spirit that originally defined the company is still evident in its continued focus on continuous innovation, craftsmanship, quality and service. Learn more at www.savagearms.com.

Former head of the Arizona Department of Fish and Game helps guide future operations of
The Habitat Organization

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are pleased to announce the appointment of Larry D. Voyles to their National Board of Directors. Voyles, a former director of the Arizona Game and Fish Department and ardent conservationist, joins the 16-member board that meets quarterly and oversees the operations of Pheasants Forever, Inc. and Quail Forever.

“I am very pleased to welcome Larry Voyles to our National Board of Directors,” said Howard Vincent, president and CEO of Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever. “Larry’s extensive experience and passion for conservation will help us ensure an even brighter future for our nation’s highlands. We also recognize his enthusiasm for desert quail and look forward to his contributions as we continue to elevate the Quail Forever brand.”

Voyles is a third-generation Arizona native who earned a BS degree in wildlife biology from Arizona State University in 1974. He served as a sworn peace officer his entire tenure with the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD). , which spanned nearly 43 years. In 2008, he was tapped to lead AZGFD as a director and CEO, overseeing nearly 700 employees and an annual budget of more than $100 million for nearly a decade until his retirement in July 2017. He ended his career as the second-longest-serving ranger in the department’s history.

A lifelong outdoorsman and highland hunter, Voyles shares his passion for the outdoors with his wife of 47 years, Donna, and their daughter, Lena. The couple reside in Prescott, Ariz., and spend much of their time raising and training English Pointers. Every year in late September and early October, the family is in Plentywood, Montana, chasing grouse, ptarmigan and pheasants. In November, Voyles turns his attention to quail in the Southwest, traveling through Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas in search of Mearns, scaled, Gambel, and bobwhite quail.

“It is an incredible honor to be entrusted with the responsibility of serving such a great conservation organization,” said Larry Voyles. “Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever are premier organizations conserving grassland habitats for upland birds and other wildlife on a large scale across the continent. I am honored and excited to be able to serve in this capacity and look forward to a bright conservation future for highland wildlife.”

Voyles is currently the President of the Arizona Wildlife for Tomorrow Foundation, which exists to provide donor-based fiscal support to the Arizona Department of Game and Fish with the goal of improving the department’s conservation delivery capacity. Among his many other accomplishments, Voyles previously served as president of the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, secretary of the Arizona Game and Fish Commission, and served in various positions on the Council for the Advancement of Game and Shooting Sports, Wildlife Heritage Conservation and Hunter. Council and the Joint Federal/State Task Force on ESA Implementation and Federal Aid Administration.

About Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever

Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever make up the nation’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to upland habitat conservation. This community of more than 400,000 members, supporters, and partners is dedicated to protecting our highlands through habitat improvement, public access, education, and advocacy. A network of 754 local chapters spread across North America determine how 100 percent of their locally raised funds are spent—the only national conservation organization to operate through this grassroots structure. Since its inception in 1982, the organization has dedicated more than $1 billion to 567,500 habitat projects benefiting 22 million acres.