HUNTER LEADERSHIP FORUM daily RSS feed.https://www.nrahlf.org/Sat, 04 Apr 2026 16:04:05 GMTSat, 04 Apr 2026 16:04:05 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/media/1539697/earlylight02.jpg?preset=745x420https://www.nrahlf.org/Fifteen U.S. governors signed proclamations touting Hunters for the Hungry efforts in their states.Fifteen U.S. governors signed proclamations touting Hunters for the Hungry efforts in their states.Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:26:50 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/29/the-season-of-giving-kicks-off-with-nra-s-3rd-annual-national-wild-game-meat-donation-month/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/29/the-season-of-giving-kicks-off-with-nra-s-3rd-annual-national-wild-game-meat-donation-month/This building block of safe and ethical hunting ensures the future of our sport.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 14:25:26 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/29/georgia-is-15th-state-to-adopt-nra-s-free-online-hunter-education-course/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/29/georgia-is-15th-state-to-adopt-nra-s-free-online-hunter-education-course/The move supports hunters seeking access to public land blocked by private property.Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:07:15 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/scotus-rejects-wyoming-landowner-appeal-upholds-corner-crossing-in-six-states/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/scotus-rejects-wyoming-landowner-appeal-upholds-corner-crossing-in-six-states/The island’s conservancy favors the species’ eradication over hunting and relocation.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:49:52 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/23/catalina-island-still-wrestling-with-solutions-to-mule-deer-overpopulation/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/23/catalina-island-still-wrestling-with-solutions-to-mule-deer-overpopulation/NRA members played a key role in securing a conservation win for the ages.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:50:55 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/21/30-years-later-how-the-nra-helped-spur-kodiak-refuge-acquisitions-with-exxon-valdez-settlement-funds/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/21/30-years-later-how-the-nra-helped-spur-kodiak-refuge-acquisitions-with-exxon-valdez-settlement-funds/Emotion-driven extremists think they are saving bears as the species’ numbers rise.Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:24:16 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/17/florida-anti-hunters-awarded-bear-hunting-permits-for-december-2025-season/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/17/florida-anti-hunters-awarded-bear-hunting-permits-for-december-2025-season/Colorado’s wolf reintroduction is a good example of what can go wrong.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 12:08:26 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/be-wary-of-push-to-reintroduce-mountain-lions-to-eastern-us/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/be-wary-of-push-to-reintroduce-mountain-lions-to-eastern-us/The suit builds upon Brown v. ATF filed in August opposing the NFA’s unconstitutional registry.Thu, 09 Oct 2025 19:57:34 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/nra-files-second-lawsuit-challenging-national-firearms-act/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/nra-files-second-lawsuit-challenging-national-firearms-act/The once threatened species now thrives due to efforts of hunters and wildlife managers.Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:52:08 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/sci-movie-from-the-brink-celebrates-recovery-of-louisiana-black-bear/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/10/sci-movie-from-the-brink-celebrates-recovery-of-louisiana-black-bear/Here’s what hunters need to know about New World screwworms this hunting season.Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:18:00 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/30/parasite-that-could-devastate-texas-deer-and-livestock-found-in-human-in-maryland/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/30/parasite-that-could-devastate-texas-deer-and-livestock-found-in-human-in-maryland/Help kids to trade their screens for the bigger picture of the great outdoors.Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:05:59 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/tips-for-encouraging-america-s-youth-to-experience-nature-and-hunting/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/tips-for-encouraging-america-s-youth-to-experience-nature-and-hunting/Celebrate how we hunters and anglers are primary funders of conservation on Sept. 28.Wed, 24 Sep 2025 09:12:11 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/9/make-memories-on-this-53rd-annual-national-hunting-and-fishing-day/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/9/make-memories-on-this-53rd-annual-national-hunting-and-fishing-day/Do your new hunting recruits know how to care for their meat in the heat?Fri, 19 Sep 2025 20:05:41 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/beat-the-heat-preserving-your-wild-game-meat-in-the-early-season/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/beat-the-heat-preserving-your-wild-game-meat-in-the-early-season/Only 4% of these crimes are detected with replacement costs exceeding $1 billion annually.Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:00:09 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/boone-and-crockett-club-releases-data-from-major-national-poaching-study/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/boone-and-crockett-club-releases-data-from-major-national-poaching-study/His conservation and restoration priorities set the stage for America’s 250th birthday.Sat, 13 Sep 2025 08:54:09 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/nra-and-partner-groups-thank-president-trump-for-make-america-beautiful-again-executive-order/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/nra-and-partner-groups-thank-president-trump-for-make-america-beautiful-again-executive-order/The NRA continues to fight nonstop for gun owners, hunters and shooters.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:02:34 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/nra-files-court-brief-urging-supreme-court-to-hear-challenge-to-washington-state-magazine-ban/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/nra-files-court-brief-urging-supreme-court-to-hear-challenge-to-washington-state-magazine-ban/As we get set to introduce our kids to hunting this season, remember these tips.Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:19:16 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/9/how-to-make-sure-your-child-wants-to-keep-hunting/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/9/how-to-make-sure-your-child-wants-to-keep-hunting/A 37 percent increase in the overall quota for 2025-2026 aims to curb livestock predation.Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:38:52 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/montana-raises-wolf-harvest-quota-to-address-species-growing-populations/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/montana-raises-wolf-harvest-quota-to-address-species-growing-populations/The NRA supports the measures for reducing barriers to participation.Tue, 02 Sep 2025 15:26:29 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/2/new-york-state-s-new-deer-hunting-regulations-benefit-hunters/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/9/2/new-york-state-s-new-deer-hunting-regulations-benefit-hunters/The NRA champions the new opportunities on 17 units that take effect on Sept. 2.Wed, 27 Aug 2025 13:38:37 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/27/interior-department-expands-hunting-and-fishing-access-at-national-wildlife-refuges-and-hatcheries/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/27/interior-department-expands-hunting-and-fishing-access-at-national-wildlife-refuges-and-hatcheries/Escalating issues following gray wolf reintroduction are breaking the state’s bank.Mon, 25 Aug 2025 13:06:20 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/25/colorado-wolves-ballot-box-biology-s-biggest-boondoggle/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/25/colorado-wolves-ballot-box-biology-s-biggest-boondoggle/The hunt is a management tool to keep bear numbers in step with available habitat.Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:29:49 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/18/it-s-back-florida-approves-a-black-bear-hunt/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/18/it-s-back-florida-approves-a-black-bear-hunt/Keystone State regs currently only allow use of semi-auto arms for small game hunting.Fri, 15 Aug 2025 16:19:24 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/15/pennsylvania-proposed-bills-would-allow-semi-automatic-firearms-for-deer-and-bear-hunting/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/15/pennsylvania-proposed-bills-would-allow-semi-automatic-firearms-for-deer-and-bear-hunting/An NRA-supported legal challenge to the NFA could make suppressor ownership even easier.Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:05:09 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/12/nra-other-2a-groups-sue-to-abolish-national-firearms-act/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/12/nra-other-2a-groups-sue-to-abolish-national-firearms-act/As director of hunter recruitment for the NDA, Elizabeth Kligge now teaches others to hunt.Thu, 07 Aug 2025 20:31:27 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/7/from-vegetarian-to-hunter-to-hunting-mentor-one-woman-s-life-changing-journey/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/7/from-vegetarian-to-hunter-to-hunting-mentor-one-woman-s-life-changing-journey/The author’s giant crocodile meant meals for local families for months to come.Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:13:24 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/4/food-education-and-fun-hunters-and-outfitters-provide-for-needs-of-mozambicans/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/8/4/food-education-and-fun-hunters-and-outfitters-provide-for-needs-of-mozambicans/Extremists’ efforts to trounce freedom support gun control instead of crime control.Thu, 31 Jul 2025 08:39:11 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/31/protecting-huntings-future-exposing-the-gun-control-playbook/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/31/protecting-huntings-future-exposing-the-gun-control-playbook/Extremists’ goal is to shift capital toward support of plant-forward food systems.Mon, 28 Jul 2025 08:27:20 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/28/how-anti-hunting-groups-are-trying-to-use-banks-to-kill-your-way-of-life/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/28/how-anti-hunting-groups-are-trying-to-use-banks-to-kill-your-way-of-life/Wildlife managers are scrambling to take pressure off ranchers’ cattle and sheep.Thu, 24 Jul 2025 09:35:39 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/24/colorado-to-feed-road-killed-wildlife-to-problem-wolves/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/24/colorado-to-feed-road-killed-wildlife-to-problem-wolves/Jay Cutler killed a common sable, not an endangered giant sable as antis claim.Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:12:15 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/21/former-nfl-qb-on-receiving-end-of-anti-hunter-hate/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/21/former-nfl-qb-on-receiving-end-of-anti-hunter-hate/News from conservation’s front lines spotlights efforts to remove the non-native species.Wed, 16 Jul 2025 07:16:36 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/16/here-snaky-snake-2025-florida-python-challenge-aims-to-protect-everglades-from-the-invasive-constrictors/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/16/here-snaky-snake-2025-florida-python-challenge-aims-to-protect-everglades-from-the-invasive-constrictors/Hunters hope to see more NRA-supported legislation signed into law by President Trump.Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:39:13 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/15/house-natural-resources-committee-advances-two-nra-backed-hunting-bills/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/15/house-natural-resources-committee-advances-two-nra-backed-hunting-bills/We embrace the AR platform as a mainstay for hunters and shooters across America.Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:16:58 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/14/news-from-the-training-front-nra-announces-more-brand-ambassadors-for-america-s-rifle-challenge/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/14/news-from-the-training-front-nra-announces-more-brand-ambassadors-for-america-s-rifle-challenge/The executive order enhances collaboration to conserve America’s natural resources.Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:44:28 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/14/trump-establishes-make-america-beautiful-again-commission-bolsters-hunting-access-on-public-lands/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/14/trump-establishes-make-america-beautiful-again-commission-bolsters-hunting-access-on-public-lands/With faith in the NRA and its mission, the Sheas are helping to secure freedom’s future.Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:18:29 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/11/a-legacy-of-passion-and-generosity-the-shea-family-s-commitment-to-the-nra/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/11/a-legacy-of-passion-and-generosity-the-shea-family-s-commitment-to-the-nra/The much-celebrated NRA-backed law takes effect in September.Thu, 10 Jul 2025 09:00:43 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/10/at-long-last-pennsylvania-governor-signs-historic-bi-partisan-legislation-overturning-state-s-sunday-hunting-ban/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/10/at-long-last-pennsylvania-governor-signs-historic-bi-partisan-legislation-overturning-state-s-sunday-hunting-ban/Hunter-conservationists continue to aid state agencies in the recovery of wild sheep.Mon, 07 Jul 2025 15:28:12 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/7/translocation-of-nevada-bighorn-sheep-a-model-of-hunting-conservation-teamwork/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/7/translocation-of-nevada-bighorn-sheep-a-model-of-hunting-conservation-teamwork/Celebrate the Second Amendment this Fourth of July by watching and sharing the interview.Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:39:21 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/3/digging-deep-fox-news-katie-pavlich-goes-one-on-one-with-nra-evp-and-ceo-doug-hamlin/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/7/3/digging-deep-fox-news-katie-pavlich-goes-one-on-one-with-nra-evp-and-ceo-doug-hamlin/This is an opportunity for sportsmen and women to achieve long-sought-after victories.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 20:31:14 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/30/voice-your-views-here-s-how-to-contact-your-us-senators-to-urge-passage-of-the-one-big-beautiful-bill/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/30/voice-your-views-here-s-how-to-contact-your-us-senators-to-urge-passage-of-the-one-big-beautiful-bill/The move to reverse the centuries-old blue law is now being considered by the Senate.Mon, 30 Jun 2025 16:08:14 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/30/nra-says-sunday-hunting-in-pennsylvania-is-gaining-ground-after-passing-house/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/30/nra-says-sunday-hunting-in-pennsylvania-is-gaining-ground-after-passing-house/Forty terrorists took hostages, beheaded two employees and destroyed the camp.Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:17:16 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/27/isis-attacks-in-mozambique-threaten-hunter-funded-conservation-efforts/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/27/isis-attacks-in-mozambique-threaten-hunter-funded-conservation-efforts/Misleading campaigns thwart efforts to keep bears healthy and within carrying capacity.Mon, 23 Jun 2025 14:34:47 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/23/florida-anti-hunters-preparing-to-buy-bear-hunting-tags/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/23/florida-anti-hunters-preparing-to-buy-bear-hunting-tags/The outdoor community owes a debt of gratitude to this legendary pioneer.Fri, 20 Jun 2025 13:45:51 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/20/in-memoriam-remembering-frank-r-brownell-iii-june-24-1939-june-18-2025/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/20/in-memoriam-remembering-frank-r-brownell-iii-june-24-1939-june-18-2025/Experiencing hunting to the fullest starts with embracing the journey.Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:09:26 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/20/successes-failures-and-lessons-learned-the-parallels-between-hunting-and-life/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/20/successes-failures-and-lessons-learned-the-parallels-between-hunting-and-life/Wildlife species and their habitats continue to benefit from proactive partnerships.Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:31:18 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/17/usfws-state-wildlife-grant-program-to-distribute-55-million-for-conservation-in-2025/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/17/usfws-state-wildlife-grant-program-to-distribute-55-million-for-conservation-in-2025/The Hodgdon Powder Company co-founder impacted hunters and shooters nationwide.Mon, 16 Jun 2025 13:06:46 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/16/in-memoriam-remembering-john-brewster-jb-hodgdon-oct-16-1936-june-13-2025/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/16/in-memoriam-remembering-john-brewster-jb-hodgdon-oct-16-1936-june-13-2025/The NRA welcomes the move in support of lawful gun manufacturers and dealers.Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:36:45 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/12/citibank-s-announced-discrimination-policy-reversal-will-greatly-benefit-hunters/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/12/citibank-s-announced-discrimination-policy-reversal-will-greatly-benefit-hunters/Game biologists’ study supports hunters’ sustainable harvest with the aid of dogs.Tue, 10 Jun 2025 11:11:40 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/10/science-based-wildlife-management-eeks-out-another-win-in-arizona-hound-battle/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/10/science-based-wildlife-management-eeks-out-another-win-in-arizona-hound-battle/Their proposal would create a commission to protect unnamed ‘keystone species.’Thu, 05 Jun 2025 10:48:54 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/5/animal-rightists-take-another-swing-at-scientific-wildlife-management-in-colorado/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/5/animal-rightists-take-another-swing-at-scientific-wildlife-management-in-colorado/NRA applauds the move to deregulate suppressors as the bill now heads to the Senate.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:50:13 GMThttps://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/3/house-passage-of-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-means-big-benefits-for-hunters-and-shooters/https://www.nrahlf.org/articles/2025/6/3/house-passage-of-the-one-big-beautiful-bill-means-big-benefits-for-hunters-and-shooters/