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Hunting and Fishing Seasons Approach: Game and Fish Agencies Gear Up Across the U.S.


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Game and Fish agencies across the United States have seen a surge of activity and important developments in the past week as hunting and fishing seasons approach and several regions prepare for key meetings and events. In New Mexico, the Department of Game and Fish has opened over-the-counter licenses for both fishing and turkey seasons for the 2025 to 2026 year, with the deadline to apply for Sandhill Crane and Pheasant hunting draws set for August 13. Officials are emphasizing the requirement for valid carcass tags, and leftover draw licenses will also go on sale beginning August 13. To reinforce regulations and safety, wildlife law violation checkpoints are starting up as authorities gear up for the fall season. The State Game Commission will convene in Reserve, New Mexico, on August 15, with the public invited to participate either in person or virtually to discuss regulations, resource management, and hunter compliance, according to the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.

In Arkansas, the Game and Fish Commission held a significant meeting on August 13 in Little Rock, covering an array of topics ranging from bear monitoring in the southern part of the state to the progression of specific habitat projects like the War Eagle and Leopard Darter initiatives. Licensing systems are being updated and discussions continue about expanding boating access and improving water control infrastructure, reflecting a broader pattern of investing in both habitat and recreational access. The Commission’s Outdoor Hall of Fame Banquet is set for August 23 in Little Rock, where conservation leaders will be honored for their lasting contributions. This event serves as a major fundraiser and brings together hunters, anglers, and conservation advocates, underscoring the importance of partnerships in advancing the state’s conservation mission.

Arizona’s Game and Fish Commission is set to meet on August 8 in Flagstaff to address statewide wildlife management, with opportunity for public comment, as reported by the Arizona Game and Fish Department. Arizona is also promoting education and outreach events through the end of August, including grant opportunities for classroom wildlife projects and community engagement days dedicated to outdoor skills training. These efforts reflect a nationwide pattern among Game and Fish agencies: educating the public, updating access and regulations, and engaging local communities as the core of sustainable resource management.

Montana’s Fish and Wildlife Commission will hold its next meeting on August 21 in Helena, with the agenda featuring funding proposals for habitat projects, wildlife auction permits, and a discussion about a closure on the Blackfoot River due to recent environmental concerns. Public input is being prioritized as commissions weigh regulatory decisions that affect hunters, anglers, and local ecosystems, highlighting a continued commitment to transparency and stakeholder engagement.

Collectively, the past week in U.S. Game and Fish news reveals a seasonal shift: states are preparing for the peak of outdoor recreation while emphasizing compliance, education, conservation fundraising, and adaptability in the face of changing habitat conditions and increasing public interest in wildlife activities.

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